A motorcyclist has died after being thrown from his bike during a group ride near Dungog, with police now investigating the circumstances of the crash.
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Posted inFeature, Grants and funding, North Coast Surrounds
Active ageing grants open across Northern NSW
Community groups and organisations across Northern NSW can apply for grants of up to $30,000 to help older people stay active, socially connected and independent.
Posted inFeature, North Coast Surrounds
Nominations open for North Coast primary health care awards
Nominations are open to recognise outstanding primary health care workers and teams across Northern NSW and the Mid North Coast.
Posted inEmergency management, New England
Hazard reduction burn in Guy Fawkes River National Park
A 2,000 hectare hazard reduction burn is planned for Guy Fawkes River National Park this week. Here’s what locals need to know about closures and smoke.
Posted inFeature, New England, What's on
New rules to shake up Tamworth’s Boulevard of Dreams
The free-for-all on Tamworth’s Boulevard of Dreams is over. Here’s how buskers will be allocated their spots for the 2027 Country Music Festival, and the new sound rules they’ll need to follow.
Posted inBeaches and Surf, North Coast Surrounds
NSW’s waves could be recognised as visitor economy infrastructure, new paper says
A new paper calls for NSW North Coast surf clubs, waves and beaches to be recognised as vital visitor economy infrastructure.
Posted inNorth Coast Surrounds, Tourism
North Coast leads NSW caravan and camping boom
NSW’s North Coast is leading the state’s caravan and camping boom, as thousands of visitors descend on Lismore for the region’s Outdoor Adventure and Home and Lifestyle Expo.
Posted inCrime, New England, Phones and internet, Social issues and services
Terrifying home invasion detail prompts phone action for Torrington
She has survived a terrifying home invasion, including watching her husband shoot their attacker to save their lives. Now 72 year old Di Blessing has turned to activist, with a previously unknown and terrifying detail making the connectivity issue even more real.
Posted inAwards, North Coast Surrounds, Tourism
Finalists announced for 2026 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards
Finalists for the 2026 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards have been announced, recognising tourism operators across NSW’s North Coast region.
Posted inCrime, Fundraiser, North Coast Surrounds
Fundraiser launched for Torrington Castle Law couple
A fundraiser has been launched to raise funds for Keith and Dianne Blessing, the victims of a violent home invasion in Torrington who defended themselves by shooting their attacker.