Mother’s Day across the North Coast is set to bring a wide mix of community events, coastal experiences, creative workshops, markets and live entertainment.
Penelope Shaw
Stitched with Intention: The Story of Cotton Whimsy Studio
On the Coffs Coast, where creativity meets conscious living, Cotton Whimsy Studio is quietly redefining what it means to wear and gift with intention.
Much-loved Rous Bonfire Night set to light up the region again
One of the Northern Rivers’ most cherished community events is set to return next month, with Rous Public School’s Bonfire Night marking an impressive 45 years.
Handcrafted calm: Rhondalas Mandalas brings mindful beauty to the North Coast
A passion for creativity, mindfulness and meaningful design is at the heart of Rhondalas Mandalas, a small North Coast business transforming simple spaces into places of calm and beauty.
Slow Stitch: Reworking the past into wearable future
In a world increasingly defined by fast fashion and mass production, Slow Stitch is quietly charting a different course – one that values intention, sustainability and the stories woven into every thread.
Nimbin MardiGrass returns with message, music and momentum
The hills around Nimbin will once again come alive from May 1-3 as the annual Nimbin MardiGrass returns, blending protest, community and celebration in one of regional Australia’s most distinctive events.
Bellingen Show returns with community at its heart
The much-loved Bellingen Show is set to return on 9 and 10 May, bringing with it a rich blend of tradition, community spirit, and local creativity that has defined the event for well over a century.
Honouring “Women in Agriculture” at This Year’s Coffs Harbour Show
The much-loved Coffs Harbour Agricultural Show 2026 is set to return to the Coffs Harbour Showgrounds on May 1–2, promising a vibrant weekend that blends tradition, entertainment, and community spirit.
ANZAC Day 2026: North Coast service times
North Coast communities will gather this Saturday, April 25, for ANZAC Day services, with dawn commemorations, marches and ceremonies planned from Taree, Kempsey, Port Macquarie, through to the Coffs, Grafton, the Northern Rivers and Tweed.
River Sounds strikes the right chord in Bellingen
Set against the lush backdrop of the Mid North Coast hinterland, River Sounds has quickly carved out a reputation as one of regional New South Wales’ most beloved boutique festivals.
