A new support group in Bellingen is helping mothers who have lost a baby find connection and understanding, offering a rare space in the region to share grief and healing.
Bellingen Shire
Posted inBellingen Shire, Community development, Energy
Battery power for Bellingen Memorial Hall
Bellingen Memorial Hall is now battery-powered thanks to a new 48kWh system, marking Bellingen Shire Council’s first battery project as it pushes toward net zero by 2040 and hosts a free solar talk on March 28.
Posted inBellingen
Disaster Declaration for Waterfall Way
The Bellingen Shire has scored a Natural Disaster Declaration that will provide some relief to businesses in Dorrigo, Thora and Bellingen battered by the Waterfall Way closure.
Posted inCrime, North Coast Surrounds, Thora
Accused Little Styx axe murderer denied bail
The man accused of murder at the Little Styx River campsite has been refused bail, as police allege he killed a fellow camper with an axe during a violent altercation at the remote spot on Point Lookout Road.
Posted inCrime, Ebor, Thora
Man dead after assault at campground near Ebor
A man has been arrested following the death of another man after an alleged assault at a campground near Ebor in the early hours of Monday morning.
Posted inBellingen Shire, Grants and funding, Roads and Infrastructure
Federal Government funding for Summervilles Road
The Albanese Government has committed $3.8 million to replace two timber bridges on Summervilles Road with concrete structures, addressing key pinch points on the current Waterfall Way detour.
Posted inBusiness, Dorrigo, Roads and Infrastructure
Waterfall Way closure leading to desperation in Dorrigo
The protracted closure of Waterfall Way is taking a heavy toll on the Dorrigo community, and there is more pain coming.
Posted inDorrigo, Roads and Infrastructure
Further school transport changes during Waterfall Way closure
Transport for NSW will add interim bus services from Monday to support students affected by the Waterfall Way closure.
Posted inAccidents and road closures, Bellingen Shire, School News
Interim school bus services announced for Dorrigo students
Transport for NSW has announced alternative travel arrangements for students impacted by the Waterfall Way closure, with a phased introduction of minibus services beginning Monday, 9 February.
Posted inBellingen Shire, Coffs Harbour, Nambucca Valley, Women
Mid North Coast women to benefit from NSW government business grants
Mid North Coast women are set to receive targeted support to launch and grow small businesses, with a new NSW Government grant backing Aboriginal-led programs in the region.