Regional cities across the North Coast, Mid North Coast and New England are urging urgent water investment to sustain growth.
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Posted inBellingen
Bellingen High students gain first-hand insight into NSW Parliament
Bellingen High students gained a first-hand look at NSW lawmaking during an educational visit to Parliament House.
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 inGrafton, Health, Women
$20m boost secures maternity unit fit-out at Grafton Base Hospital
Clarence Valley families will gain improved maternity care after a $20 million funding boost for Grafton Base Hospital.
Posted inByron Shire, Good News, What's on
Byron Writers Festival marks 30 years with landmark program
More than 150 writers, poets and thinkers will descend on Byron Bay next August when the Byron Writers Festival marks its 30th anniversary with one of its most ambitious programs to date.
Posted inCrime, South West Rocks
Man charged over fatal motorcycle crash near South West Rocks
A man has been charged following a fatal motorcycle crash on the NSW Mid North Coast earlier this year.
Posted inCoffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour to showcase tourism credentials as host of major NSW conference
Coffs Harbour will have the opportunity to showcase its tourism offering to key industry leaders after securing the rights to host a major state tourism conference.
Posted inEducation, Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie tiler set to shine at Global Skills Challenge
A Port Macquarie tiler is preparing to test his skills against some of the world’s best young tradespeople at the 2026 Global Skills Challenge.
Posted inEducation, MidCoast, What's on
Questacon science circus rolls into the Mid North Coast
One of Australia’s best-loved science experiences is heading to the Mid North Coast this month, with Questacon’s free pop-up science centre tour visiting five communities from Thursday, 19 June.
Posted inAwards, Port Macquarie
Billabong Zoo celebrates four wins at Greater Port Macquarie Business Awards
Billabong Zoo has claimed four major honours at the Greater Port Macquarie Business Awards and advanced to regional finals.