Lismore Base Hospital’s Children’s Ward received two new phototherapy lights after a $10,000 donation from O’Brien Electrical and Plumbing.
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Posted inClarence Valley
Haley Hodgson recognised for contribution to Clarence Valley healthcare
Healthcare leader Haley Hodgson has received a NSW Community Service Award for improving healthcare access across the Clarence Valley.
Posted inLennox Head
Lennox Head Library to close temporarily for refurbishment
Lennox Head Library will close temporarily from Monday, July 6, to Tuesday, July 28, while refurbishment works are carried out.
Posted inLocal festivals and shows, Port Macquarie
Scale Model Expo set to roll into Port Macquarie these school holidays
The Annual Scale Model Expo returns to Port Macquarie in the July school holidays, with organisers promising a weekend of miniature aircraft, ships, tanks and railways for the whole family.
Posted inEnvironment, Hawks Nest
Hawks Nest locals praised for correctly reporting sick bird
A sick bird near Hawks Nest could have been bad, but for the locals who didn’t touch, and called for help. NSW has its first suspect case of H5 bird flu, and authorities say it’s proof the system is working.
Posted inCoffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour community groups share more than $220,000 in City support
Community groups across Coffs Harbour will share more than $220,000 in City funding supporting local events, sport, wellbeing.
Posted inCoffs Harbour
Smarter payment options for rates and water charges launched for Coffs residents
Coffs Harbour residents can now spread rates and water bills through a new digital payment platform launched today citywide.
Posted inBellingen, Crime
Bellingen bushfire boast: teen who allegedly bragged about “burning koalas” gets bail
“Burning koalas.” That’s what police allege was boasted on Snapchat after half an acre of Bellingen bushland went up in flames. The accused teen walked free on bail, conditions attached.
Posted inAwards, Coffs Harbour
Coffs Coast operators lead the way in regional tourism awards
The Coffs Coast tourism industry is celebrating after 11 local businesses, attractions and experiences were named finalists in the 2026 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards.
Posted inEducation, Parenting and kids, Urunga
Outdoor transformation set for Urunga Library
Urunga Library will become a more welcoming community hub, with upgraded outdoor spaces supporting learning, connection, recreation and cultural activities for all.