A new public footpath at Korora is proposed as part of an Opal Cove subdivision now on exhibition. Read more here.
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Posted inEmergency management, Forster
Construction begins on new Pacific Palms RFS station
Construction begins on Pacific Palms RFS station, strengthening community safety and supporting local volunteer emergency response efforts.
Posted inCrime, Port Macquarie
Four men to face court over alleged Wauchope pub brawl
Four men have been charged and will face court following an alleged affray at a licensed premises in Wauchope on the NSW Mid North Coast last year.
Posted inByron Bay, Crime, Nambucca Heads, Youth
North Coast, Mid North Coast projects share in $5m youth crime prevention funding
North Coast and Mid North Coast communities will share in nearly $5 million for locally led youth crime prevention programs.
Posted inBallina Shire, Education, What's on
Much-loved Rous Bonfire Night set to light up the region again
One of the Northern Rivers’ most cherished community events is set to return next month, with Rous Public School’s Bonfire Night marking an impressive 45 years.
Posted inCoffs Harbour
City of Coffs Harbour secures $10.85m for Jetty Foreshore renewal
NSW Government to contribute $10.85 million to Coffs Harbour Jetty Foreshore upgrade, subject to proposed precinct redevelopment proceeding.
Posted inByron Shire, Lifestyle, Local festivals and shows
Geetanjali Shree and Trent Dalton lead the 30th Byron Writers Festival
Byron Writers Festival is set to return to Byron Bay from Friday 14 to Sunday 16 August 2026, with today marking the unveiling of the first group of authors confirmed for the program, alongside a limited release of three-day passes.
Posted inDisability, Grants and funding, Lismore
Lismore’s REDinc opens flood-resilient hub to secure disability services
A Northern Rivers disability service provider has opened a new flood-resilient hub in central Lismore, aimed at safeguarding essential supports against future disasters.
Posted inBusiness, Coffs Harbour, Local News, North Coast Created 26, South West Rocks
Handcrafted calm: Rhondalas Mandalas brings mindful beauty to the North Coast
A passion for creativity, mindfulness and meaningful design is at the heart of Rhondalas Mandalas, a small North Coast business transforming simple spaces into places of calm and beauty.
Posted inFlood, Local News
New Bluff Bridge reconnects communities along Orara Way
A new flood-resilient bridge on Orara Way is restoring a critical connection for north-east NSW communities, reducing the risk of isolation during severe weather.