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.
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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.
Posted inAgriculture, Lifestyle, National News
The Summer Lamb ad takes on the World Happiness Index through the power of lamb
Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has unveiled its annual Summer Lamb Campaign, celebrating lamb as the dish that brings Australians together.
Posted inAccidents and road closures, Beaches and Surf, Dunbogan
‘Absolutely horrendous’: tragic start to 2026
Three swimmers are dead after a tragic start to 2026 as emergency crews desperately look for other people missing in waters off the NSW coast
Posted inLocal News, Parenting and kids
Foster Carer needed across North Coast as NSW launches statewide recruitment campaign
The State Government has launched a statewide campaign to boost foster care recruitment across New South Wales, with an urgent call for carers in regional areas such as the North Coast.
Posted inLocal News, Recreation
Celebrate safely with our wildlife
As we welcome in 2026, WIRES is asking the public to please report any displaced native wildlife following NYE fireworks displays.
Posted inEnvironment, NSW Politics, Recreation, Tourism
New national park campgrounds open for summer holidays
Summer holiday makers can enjoy new and improved campgrounds across NSW following a $43 million government investment. Acting Minister Steve Whan says upgrades at sites like Kosciuszko and Trial Bay Gaol will boost regional tourism.
Posted inClarence Valley, Entertainment, Good News, Parenting and kids, Recreation
Track upgrade powers ahead for Clarence Valley BMX riders
Clarence Valley’s BMX community is gearing up for a faster, safer future thanks to $19,250 to resurface the track at the Clarence Valley BMX Club.
Posted inHospitality, Local News, Travel
NSW TrainLink’s refreshed menu in time for peak summer travel season
New items have been added to the on-board menu of NSW TrainLink’s long distance train services in time for summer’s peak travel season.
Posted inGrafton, Recreation, Sport
Serving up better facilities at Waterview Heights Squash Club
Local squash players are set to enjoy smoother moves and refreshed facilities with an $11,000 upgrade on the way for the Waterview Heights Squash Club.