Bellingen Shire Council is calling on the community to share its views on local services, priorities and future planning through the 2026 BSC Community Pulse.
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Posted inArts, Bellingen, Feature, 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 inBellingen, Feature
New sewer network to unlock growth at Raleigh Industrial Estate
Businesses at Raleigh Industrial Estate will soon connect to a modern sewerage network, unlocking growth by replacing on-site septic systems permanently.
Posted inFeature, Urunga
Bellingen Shire Council secures $1 million for Urunga CBD safety upgrades
Bellingen Shire Council has secured $1 million through Transport for NSW’s Safer Cities: Her Way 2 program to improve safety in the Urunga CBD.
Posted inBellingen, Crime, Feature
Bellingen bushfire boast: teen who allegedly bragged about “burning koalas” gets bail
“Burning koalas.” That’s what police allege was boasted on Snapchat after half an acre of Bellingen bushland went up in flames. The accused teen walked free on bail, conditions attached.
Posted inEducation, Feature, Parenting and kids, Urunga
Outdoor transformation set for Urunga Library
Urunga Library will become a more welcoming community hub, with upgraded outdoor spaces supporting learning, connection, recreation and cultural activities for all.
Posted inFeature, Urunga
Urunga affordable housing proposal moves to next stage
Urunga is a step closer to an affordable housing pilot after Bellingen Shire Council backed progressing a proposed land transfer.
Posted inBellingen, Feature
Bellingen Shire Council adopts 2026–27 Operational Plan
Bellingen Shire Council has adopted its 2026–27 Operational Plan, outlining infrastructure, community and environmental priorities for the coming financial year.
Posted inBellingen Shire, Good News, Tourism
Waterfall Way Visitor Information Centre named a tourism awards finalist
The Waterfall Way Visitor Information Centre has been named a finalist in the 2026 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards, with winners to be announced at a gala ceremony in Coffs Harbour on 30 July.
Posted inBellingen, Grants and funding
Bellingen Shire community groups receive funding for local projects and events
Bellingen Shire Council has awarded more than $52,000 in grants to support community, arts, environmental and sporting projects.