A woman has suffered critical burns after a house fire in Coffs Harbour, while her brother was treated for burns and smoke inhalation after escaping the blaze.
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Posted inCasino, Feature
NSW Government provides $20,000 for 2026 Casino Truck Show
The Casino Truck Show has secured $20,000 in NSW Government funding through the 2026–27 Regional Event Fund.
Posted inAwards, Feature, Local News
North Coast tourism operators recognised at 2026 regional awards
The North Coast’s tourism industry was recognised at the 2026 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards Gala, held at Pacific Bay Resort in Coffs Harbour on Thursday night.
Posted inFeature, Sawtell
Sawtell shines brighter with new festoon lights
Sawtell is shining brighter after new festoon lights were installed across the CBD, enhancing its night-time atmosphere and supporting local businesses.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Feature, Grants and funding
Funding boost for Coffs Harbour arts and cultural projects
Nine arts and cultural projects across Coffs Harbour have secured council funding, including an initiative to improve theatre accessibility for Deaf audiences.
Posted inBeaches and Surf, Feature, Local News
North Coast and Mid North Coast receive new rescue jet skis ahead of summer
Surf Life Saving clubs across the North Coast have received new rescue jet skis to strengthen emergency response ahead of summer patrols.
Posted inFeature, Flood, Lismore
CSIRO report provides roadmap for flood resilience
The Lismore Alliance says a landmark CSIRO report provides compelling evidence that flood mitigation can reduce flood heights and strengthen the Northern Rivers’ future.
Posted inCoraki, Feature
New CCTV network delivers safer Coraki CBD for residents and businesses
Residents, businesses and visitors in Coraki will benefit from improved safety and greater peace of mind following the activation of a new CCTV network across the town’s CBD.
Posted inCasino, Feature, Rugby Union
More than 500 students open 2026 Alex Gibbon Cup in Casino
More than 500 Northern Rivers secondary students gathered in Casino yesterday for the opening round of the 2026 Alex Gibbon Cup.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Feature, Housing
Coffs Harbour seeks to unlock housing supply through planning rule change
The City of Coffs Harbour is seeking to boost housing supply by removing minimum lot size requirements for dual occupancies in low-density residential areas.