Rainbow Beach at Bonny Hills played host to nearly 100 junior surfers over the weekend, with the Surf Reflections Junior Series delivering high-level competition and a tourism boost to the NSW Mid North Coast.
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Posted inArts, Coffs Harbour, What's on
Jetty Memorial Theatre’s cast call for comedy, Don Lane and Dolly
The City of Coffs Harbour’s renowned Jetty Memorial Theatre (JMT) has released a blockbuster 2026 program featuring an international comedy festival, a show biz tribute to the ‘lanky Yank’ Don Lane and Dolly Parton’s smash hit 9 to 5 musical.
Posted inFeature, Lifestyle, Small Business, Woolgoolga
Woolgoolga General Store to open in a bigger and better space
After the early success of Woolgoolga’s Finest General Store, a new and expanded shop will greet locals later this month.
Posted inBeaches and Surf, Local News
$4.2 million expansion to improve shark safety this summer
The NSW Government has announced a $4.2 million investment in expanded shark surveillance, research, and public safety initiatives to reduce the risk of shark encounters this summer.
Posted inHealth, National News, Parenting and kids
Support for kids with autism delayed after pushback
Parents of Australian children living with autism have been left in limbo after state and federal leaders agreed to delay an early intervention program.
Posted inBeaches and Surf, Education, Parenting and kids, Port Macquarie, Water
Autism Swim’s Dippers Program returns with inclusive beach and ocean safety
Lighthouse Beach, Port Macquarie will once again host Autism Swim’s inclusive beach and ocean safety program. Read more here.
Posted inBellingen, Entertainment, Parenting and kids, Recreation
Camp Creative comes alive for 40th year in Bellingen
Bellingen bellowed with creativity and inspiration last week as more than 1200 ‘campers’ immersed themselves in the arts at the 40th annual Camp Creative.
Posted inEntertainment, Parenting and kids, Recreation, Sawtell
Sawtell pool’s future sparks community concern as council floats long-term aquatic strategy
The future of Sawtell Pool has come under scrutiny as locals push back against a draft council strategy that could see the much-loved facility transformed into a water-play park.
Posted inBellingen Shire, Good News, Recreation, Tourism
Fishing festival takes over Mylestom
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.
Posted inEntertainment, What's on
Australia Day Festival Celebrations on the North Coast
From lakeside concerts and historic sailing regattas to grassroots community breakfasts and citizenship ceremonies, the North Coast of New South Wales will come alive this Australia Day long weekend with a diverse program of celebrations stretching across the region.