NSW has confirmed a second wild migratory seabird infected with highly pathogenic H5 avian influenza, while authorities say the risk to people remains low.
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Posted inClarence Valley, Feature
Community helps shape name of Maclean’s new regional arts centre
Community feedback has helped name Maclean’s new Biirrinba Regional Arts Centre, recognising Yaegl culture and the Clarence River.
Posted inFeature, Port Macquarie-Hastings, Sport, Youth
Have your say on the future of sport and recreation in Port Macquarie-Hastings
Have your say on plans shaping future sport and recreation across Port Macquarie-Hastings before feedback closes 17 August 2026.
Posted inFeature, Lismore
Community to help shape Lismore’s Walk of Honour
Lismore City Council has established a committee to oversee the proposed Walk of Honour as part of the future Lismore Boulevard Shared User Path project.
Posted inFeature, Port Macquarie
Industry invited to help shape Council’s underground assets guide
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council is inviting industry professionals to provide feedback on draft building guidance for underground assets by 24 July.
Posted inAccidents and road closures, Ballina, Feature, Kempsey, Port Macquarie
Two dead and one critical on North Coast roads in tragic 24 hours
Two people have been killed on North Coast roads in the space of a day, a teenage motorcyclist, and an elderly man losing their lives, while a young woman has been airlifted to John Hunter Hospital in a critical condition, in separate crashes stretching from Ballina to Port Macquarie.
Posted inAgriculture, Education, Feature, Local News
Dung beetles cut methane emissions from cattle manure by 85 per cent, study finds
Dung beetles could play a bigger role in reducing the climate impact of Australia’s livestock industry, with new research finding they cut methane emissions from cattle manure by up to 85 per cent.
Posted inFeature, Nambucca Valley, Roads and Infrastructure
Six ageing bridges to be rebuilt across the Nambucca Valley, starting at Way Way
Six ageing timber bridges across the Nambucca Valley are about to be torn down and rebuilt. Work starts this week at Way Way, and one road faces a 10-week closure. Here’s what’s coming.
Posted inFeature, Local News, Youth
Backing the Future of NSW’s rural youth
People supporting young people in remote, rural and regional New South Wales can now apply for a one-off grant of up to $50,000 to deliver new youth-focused initiatives.
Posted inFeature, Roads and Infrastructure, Wingham
Roundabout works progress despite unexpected setbacks
Wingham residents are a step closer to safer and more reliable travel, with construction of the Isabella and Primrose streets roundabout continuing despite challenging conditions.