GP shortages are pushing pharmacists into new territory – but we’re running out of pharmacists too. A new course and scholarship from CSU is aimed to help address that.
Education
Lismore South Public School rebuild on track for completion
The flood-resilient rebuild of Lismore South Public School is on track for completion by the end of the year, with all elevated building modules now installed.
Coffs Harbour education team named Australia’s best
A Coffs Harbour school support team has been named the best in Australia, with Allegra School taking out the 2026 Australian Teacher Aide Team of the Year award.
Flood-resilient schools officially open at Condong and Tumbulgum
Condong and Tumbulgum public schools have officially reopened in flood-resilient facilities, marking a major milestone in their recovery from the 2022 Northern Rivers floods.
Coffs Coast student named the state’s best in her field
A Coffs Coast student just beat the whole state in her field, and now she’s one win away from taking on the nation.
Northern Rivers locals benefit from free TAFE tax support
Northern Rivers residents and businesses are benefiting from free tax support and training initiatives aimed at building the region’s skilled workforce.
Kempsey Shire Libraries call young artists for Book Week bookmark competition
Kempsey Shire Libraries are calling on young artists to help bring this year’s Book Week theme to life, with a bookmark design competition open to children and teens aged three to 18.
Democracy on the Move: Parliament of NSW Regional Roadshow heads to Macksville
Parliament of NSW will bring its Regional Roadshow to Macksville on 12 August, giving regional students opportunities to engage democracy.
Maclean High teacher honoured with prestigious NSW education award
Maclean High School teacher Liza Hamilton has been recognised as one of only nine recipients across the state to receive the prestigious NSW Secretary Award for Excellent Service at the 2026 NSW Public Education Awards, held in Sydney last night.
NSW funds vet scholarships as Canberra leaves students out
NSW is offering scholarships to 94 vet students to do their prac in regional areas. The AVA says the Federal Government just left the same students off a new list of ten professions getting paid prac.
