A Harrington apprentice is urging young people to consider bricklaying as a trade shortage drives demand and higher wages.
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Posted inBallina, Entertainment
Ballina set for a golden season as Emmanuel Anglican College stages Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Ballina audiences will step into a world of pure imagination this May as Emmanuel Anglican College stages Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Posted inByron Bay, Roads and Infrastructure
New bridge opens on Old Bangalow Road
The NSW Government has completed a major upgrade of the Old Bangalow Road rail bridge in Byron Bay, improving safety and access for motorists and pedestrians.
Posted inBusiness, Education, Local News, North Coast Created 26
From vintage van to vibrant future: creativity drives learning at St Mary’s Casino
At one school in Casino, creativity isn’t confined to canvases or classrooms – it’s built, grown, stitched and shared. At St Mary’s Catholic College, that spirit is unexpectedly taking shape: a vintage van set to become a student-run coffee hub.
Posted inLocal News, Roads and Infrastructure
Funding fix needed for rural councils
NSW Farmers has urged funding reform, warning rural councils cannot maintain critical roads with unreliable, project-based support.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
“Limited margin for error” for Australian dairy producers in season ahead: industry report
Australian dairy producers face a “limited margin for error” in 2026/27 as rising input costs squeeze margins, Rabobank says.
Posted inLocal News, Sport
Partnership renewed: NSW Country Rugby Union and Regional Australia Bank
NSW Country Rugby Union and Regional Australia Bank renewed their partnership, supporting grassroots rugby and regional NSW communities.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Crime
Coffs Harbour man charged after alleged machete home invasion
A man has been charged after an alleged machete-wielding home invasion in Coffs Harbour, where police say an occupant was threatened and assaulted.
Posted inConsultations and feedback, Local News, NSW Politics, Public Transport, Roads and Infrastructure, Transport and Freight
Draft transport plan promises more buses, rail improvements
More buses, improved rail services and expanded on-demand transport are proposed under the NSW Government’s new 20-year draft transport plan for the North Coast.
Posted inGrants and funding, Local News
North Coast groups share in Australia Post community grants
North Coast community groups have secured Australia Post grants for projects supporting mental health, disaster resilience, Indigenous literacy and marine rescue.