A new Clarence Valley control centre headlines a $34.5 million push to strengthen bushfire response on the NSW north coast.
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Posted inDorrigo, Roads and Infrastructure
Further school transport changes during Waterfall Way closure
Transport for NSW will add interim bus services from Monday to support students affected by the Waterfall Way closure.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Roads and Infrastructure
Coffs Harbour bypass – weekly traffic alert
Coffs Harbour bypas
Posted inBallina, Parenting and kids
Sharpes Beach Precinct upgrade now open to community
A $2.35 million upgrade to the Sharpes Beach precinct has improved access, safety and facilities at the popular coastal site.
Posted inKempsey
Kempsey Council calls for stronger support to address antisocial behaviour
Kempsey Shire Council is calling on the NSW Government for urgent support to address escalating antisocial behaviour in the CBD.
Posted inSport, Taree
Greyhound racing halted in Taree
Greyhound Racing NSW has been forced to suddenly halt the commencement of 400m racing at Taree’s racetrack following the intervention from the Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission.
Posted inEntertainment, Parenting and kids, Port Macquarie, Tourism
ArtWalk 2026 to light up Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie’s flagship community event is set to return, with organisers promising a larger and more ambitious program for 2026.
Posted inArts, Coffs Harbour, Entertainment
Incredible LEGO® exhibition coming to Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour will be the first regional centre to host an astounding LEGO® exhibition by LEGO® Masters Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler.
Posted inFantastic Feb 26, Health, Lifestyle, Murwillumbah
From India’s Biggest Gathering to a Daily Festival in Northern NSW
While the world watched millions gather in India for a rare event, a quiet farm in the Tweed Valley celebrates every single day. New Govardhana offers a spiritual sanctuary where visitors can experience a different pace of life.
Posted inBusiness, Money, New England, New England Surrounds
Interest rate hike risks tipping regional businesses over the edge
Member for Page Kevin Hogan has raised concerns about the impact of last week’s rate rise on families, while the state’s peak business body and other leaders have raised concerns about what it will do to local small business.