A new paper calls for NSW North Coast surf clubs, waves and beaches to be recognised as vital visitor economy infrastructure.
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Posted inArts, Local festivals and shows, Nimbin
Poets converge on Nimbin for 23rd World Cup
Thirty-two poets from as far afield as Tasmania, Western Australia and Queensland will descend on Nimbin this weekend for the 23rd Nimbin Performance Poetry World Cup, with heats kicking off at the Nimbin School of Arts from 9.30 am on Saturday, 5 September.
Posted inAnimals, Clarence Valley, Environment, NSW Politics
Local MP demands government halt aerial horse cull in Yuraygir National Park
Nationals MP Richie Williamson says the government has kept locals in the dark over plans to shoot horses from the air in Yuraygir National Park, and wants it stopped.
Posted inGrants and funding, Kempsey, Lifestyle
Students’ vision sparks $750,000 push for safer South Kempsey streets
A student pitch to Kempsey councillors has turned into $750,000 in state funding. Now council is mapping out safer walking and cycling routes between South Kempsey and Crescent Head.
Posted inArts, Local festivals and shows, Taree
Manning Valley Choral Society marks 40 years of song
The Manning Valley Choral Society (MVCS) is celebrating its Ruby Anniversary this year, marking 40 years of music-making that has taken choristers from church halls to shopping centres across the region.
Posted inEducation, Kempsey Shire, Parenting and kids
Kempsey Shire Libraries call young artists for Book Week bookmark competition
Kempsey Shire Libraries are calling on young artists to help bring this year’s Book Week theme to life, with a bookmark design competition open to children and teens aged three to 18.
Posted inEntertainment, Lismore
Award-winning Norco Eat the Street unveils 2026 food, drink and entertainment lineup
Fresh from winning Silver at the NSW Regional Tourism Awards, Norco Eat the Street has confirmed its 2026 food, drink lineup.
Posted inArts, Bellingen, Local festivals and shows
Two nights, two vibes: Bellingen’s Beyond Jazz Weekender is back
Bellingen Memorial Hall will transform into a jazz club for two nights this month, with the Beyond Jazz Weekender returning for its second year on Friday, 14 August and Saturday, 15 August.
Posted inArts, Coffs Harbour, What's on
Archibald Prize visit a coup for Coffs Harbour
The Archibald Prize is coming to Coffs Harbour for its final stop on tour, and YAM is throwing a gala opening, a $500 People’s Choice prize and a Young Archie competition to match.
Posted inAnimals, Education, Grants and funding, NSW News
NSW funds vet scholarships as Canberra leaves students out
NSW is offering scholarships to 94 vet students to do their prac in regional areas. The AVA says the Federal Government just left the same students off a new list of ten professions getting paid prac.