The cancellation of Bluesfest 2026 ends a 36-year run for one of Australia’s most iconic music festivals, dealing a blow to the Byron Bay community, local tourism and the live music sector.
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Posted inByron Bay, Entertainment
Homegrown chart-toppers join international acts as Bluesfest returns
Bluesfest returns to Byron Bay this Easter, bringing local favourites and international stars to the North Coast.
Posted inEntertainment, Lismore
Groovin The Moo tickets on sale
Groovin The Moo has gone on sale ahead of its return to Lismore this May, with organisers confirming camping and shuttle options for the all-ages event at Oakes Oval.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Entertainment, Tourism
Retro rides and nitro nights in Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour will host a major weekend of motoring and adrenaline events from 13 to 15 March, featuring the Summer Beach Hop, Freestyle Kings LIVE, and the Australian Kart Championship across multiple local venues.
Posted inEntertainment, Lismore
Groovin back after two year break
Groovin The Moo is set to return in 2026 with a one-off show in Lismore, marking a carefully staged comeback
Posted inEntertainment, Parenting and kids, Port Macquarie, Tourism
ArtWalk 2026 to light up Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie’s flagship community event is set to return, with organisers promising a larger and more ambitious program for 2026.
Posted inArts, Coffs Harbour, Entertainment
Incredible LEGO® exhibition coming to Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour will be the first regional centre to host an astounding LEGO® exhibition by LEGO® Masters Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler.
Posted inEntertainment, Mental Health, North Coast Surrounds
Walcha grazier Sam Mackaway quietly spreads lifesaving message on Muster Dogs
Viewers of ABC TV’s Muster Dogs would have noticed Walcha grazier Sam Mackaway and his bright shirts, but they’re more than a fashion statement, and he’s hoping they’ll save lives after his own tragic losses.
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.