The quiet village of Mylestom was bustling last weekend with more than 800 fishers of all ages casting a line for the 29th annual Putt Bennett Family Fishing Festival.
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Posted inEnvironment, NSW Politics, Recreation, Tourism
New national park campgrounds open for summer holidays
Summer holiday makers can enjoy new and improved campgrounds across NSW following a $43 million government investment. Acting Minister Steve Whan says upgrades at sites like Kosciuszko and Trial Bay Gaol will boost regional tourism.
Posted inBallina, Tourism
Cultural and historical water stories shared through new signage and soundtrail
Ballina has unveiled Water Stories and Soundtrail, a renewal of the Richmond River interpretive trail that includes new hard signs and a geo-located audio experience.
Posted inClarence Valley, Education, Parenting and kids, Tourism
Funding secured for Clarence River Historical Society digitisation program
The Clarence River Historical Society has been awarded $12,000 to support a major digitisation project. Read more here.
Posted inKyogle, Parenting and kids, Tourism
Kyogle Gardens Caravan Park reopens after $1.8 million upgrade
The Kyogle Gardens Caravan Park is set to reopen tomorrow, 14 November, following a major $1.8 million redevelopment.
Posted inAgriculture, Good News, New England, North Coast Surrounds, Tourism, What's on
The Super Strawberry opens its fields for a season of family fun
It’s an especially sweet time at The Super Strawberry, and locals are invited to come along and savour it.
Posted inArts, North Coast Surrounds, Tourism
Nundle Rocks returns in 2026 with a stellar line-up
This January, the picturesque village of Nundle is once again set to host Nundle Rocks, a three-day celebration of alternative country, folk and roots music.
Posted inLocal News, Tourism
Visitor spending hits record high in NSW
NSW has reaffirmed its status as Australia’s top visitor economy, with record $55.9 billion spending, strong growth across regional areas including New England North West and the North Coast, and record international arrivals.
Posted inBusiness, Local News, News, Tourism
Glen Innes progresses Rail Trail but needs more money
The New England Rail Trail from Glen Innes to Ben Lomond is moving forward, but Glen Innes Severn Shire Council will need more money for ‘revised costs’.
Posted inBusiness, News, Sport, Tourism
New artificial reefs to delight local anglers
Anglers across the region who like to pop down to the coast for a quick fish will soon benefit from two new offshore artificial reefs at Coffs Harbour and Ballina.