Young Ballina local William Black is the first person in New South Wales to graduate from the Minns Government’s $252 million Fresh Start Program, marking a major milestone for the initiative and for Ballina Shire Council.
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Posted inAgriculture, Federal Politics, Good News
NFF secures breakthrough on Right to Repair for farmers
The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has secured a Federal Government commitment to extend Right to Repair reforms to agricultural machinery, hailing it a historic win for farmers and a direct result of years of advocacy from the farm sector.
Posted inGood News, Housing, North Coast Surrounds
Local manufacturer fills tiny home gap with regulatory confidence
A New England business is carving out a niche in Australia’s fast-growing tiny home market with a design that does something most competitors can’t promise: confidence.
Posted inGood News, Nambucca Heads, Small Business
New owners ride a fresh wave at Coastal Curves Surf
A familiar Nambucca Heads surf shop has welcomed new owners, with Sarah and Simon Barrow taking the helm at Coastal Curves Surf.
Posted inAgriculture, Awards, Good News
Australia makes mince meat of beef industry at awards
Australia has taken out several top categories and the most gold medals at the prestigious World Steak Challenge, presented in London on Monday.
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 inBusiness, Good News, North Coast Surrounds
Walcha Coffee takes out top honours at State Business Awards
Walcha Coffee has been crowned the 2025 Business of the Year at the Business NSW State Business Awards, adding to its win for Outstanding Micro Business in a night of major recognition for business excellence in the New England North West region.
Posted inBusiness, Coffs Harbour, Good News
Major film studio coming soon, just down the road
A $600M film studio backed by Russell Crowe is a step closer in Coffs Harbour, with the NSW Government pledging $5.5M for a key noise wall to support the “Aussiewood” project and boost regional jobs.
Posted inGood News, Local News, Roads and Infrastructure
More upgrades for New England, Newell, Kamilaroi, Gwydir, and coast roads
The NSW Government has announced and additional $46 million for new road safety projects with Armidale, Moree and major New England and North Coast links set to benefit.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, Federal Politics, Good News, Local News, News, Parkes Electorate, Politics
Where can I get a democracy sausage on election day?
One of the most important questions on May 3 will be… where can I get a democracy sausage? We’ve got a list of places!