A 12-week bootcamp for Macleay Valley small business owners is wrapping up — and participants say the connections they made were worth as much as the training itself.
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Posted inAwards, Good News, Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie detective awarded Australian Police Medal
A Port Macquarie-based detective who has dedicated more than two decades to protecting children from abuse has been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours with the Australian Police Medal.
Posted inGood News, Local News, Social issues and services
North Coast to get new police tactical boat
The North Coast is set to benefit from a new high-performance police tactical boat able to respond to incidents along the coastline.
Posted inCasino, Good News, Sport
Funding boost to help improve Casino cricket facilities
Casino Cricket Club is set to upgrade its turf wicket facilities after securing $10,000 through the NSW Government’s Local Sport Grant Program.
Posted inAwards, Flood, Good News, Taree
Taree clubs hailed for flood recovery efforts one year on
Two of Taree’s best-known clubs are being recognised for their extraordinary efforts during last year’s devastating floods, with both Club Taree and Taree Aquatic Club (Sailo’s) named finalists in the Emergency Response category of the prestigious ClubsNSW Clubs & Community Awards.
Posted inAwards, Byron Shire, Good News
The Echo celebrates 40 years of independent voice, community and connection
The Byron Echo is preparing to celebrate a major milestone this June, marking 40 years of independent community journalism with a special anniversary event that editor Aslan Shand says is both a reflection on its roots and a commitment to the future of local media.
Posted inGood News, Kempsey
Lost World War I Medal returns home to Kempsey after remarkable discovery
A World War I medal belonging to a Mid North Coast soldier has finally been returned to his family after a remarkable chain of events that began with a chance discovery in a Coffs Harbour garden.
Posted inGood News, Parenting and kids, What's on
Happy Mother’s Day! What’s on across the North Coast to celebrate Mums
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.
Posted inArts, Good News, Indigenous
Bundjalung arts leader honoured and remembered at inaugural Luminas awards
Bundjalung woman and nationally acclaimed arts executive Rhoda Roberts AO has been posthumously recognised at the 2026 Luminas awards, following her passing in March.
Posted inGood News, Kyogle, National News, Women
Local woman smashes military glass ceiling
Kyogle born and former 12/16 Hunter River Lancers reservist Lieutenant General Susan Coyle will be the first ever female Chief of Army.