Work has started on the final bridge for the Coffs Harbour bypass, with major traffic changes rolling out as the $2.27 billion project moves closer to completion.
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Posted inGood News, Local News, Social issues and services
North Coast to get new police tactical boat
The North Coast is set to benefit from a new high-performance police tactical boat able to respond to incidents along the coastline.
Posted inCrime, Fingal Head
Stolen EV takes police from two states on wild pursuit
A stolen electric vehicle allegedly reached speeds of almost 170km/h during a wild cross-border police pursuit before crashing into cars, fences and palm trees at Fingal Head, after which the offender tried to swim away.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Indigenous, Local politics, Port Macquarie-Hastings, Social issues and services
Councils strengthen reconciliation commitments across region
Port Macquarie Hastings Council has launched its Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and is seeking a local artist to design uniforms, while the City of Coffs Harbour has placed its draft Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Strategy 2026 on public exhibition for community feedback.
Posted inBellingen, Local festivals and shows
Beyond Jazz Weekender returns to Bellingen in August
The Beyond Jazz Weekender lands in Bellingen on 14-15 August 2026, delivering two distinct nights that celebrate jazz as a living, evolving and joyfully physical artform.
Posted inArts, MidCoast, What's on
Three new exhibitions to open at Manning Regional Art Gallery
Three new exhibitions are coming to Manning Regional Art Gallery this week, featuring major Australian artworks, reflections on motherhood and whimsical folk-inspired creations from regional artists.
Posted inLismore, Sport and fitness events, Women
Top female skateboarders to return to Lismore for Momentum festival
Australia’s leading female skateboarders will return to Lismore in July for Momentum, a festival promoting participation, skills and pathways statewide.
Posted inGrants and funding, Local News
Grants open to help communities prepare for drought
More than $3 million is available for community-led projects helping rural and regional Australians prepare for drought.
Posted inRoads and Infrastructure, Thora
Changed traffic conditions on Waterfall Way at Thora
Motorists travelling on Waterfall Way near Thora should expect minor delays from 1 June, with traffic changes and reduced speed limits in place while four culvert crossings are replaced over a six-week period.
Posted inEducation, Northern Rivers
Aviation Career Expo inspires Northern Rivers students
Nearly 200 Northern Rivers students explored aviation careers, industry pathways and emerging technologies at the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport expo.