Tiny Coomba Park won four Tidy Towns category awards, Bellingen and Byron Shire picked up more, and Dungog took the state’s top prize. See how North Coast towns did.
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Posted inBallina Electorate, Ballina Shire, Feature, NSW Votes 2027
Cadwallader declares as independent for the region’s most contested seat
Ballina’s mayor is latest independent candidate to announce her campaign for the next state election, and the man behind Ballina News Daily is in her corner. Sharon Cadwallader says she is in this to win. Can she beat the parties?
Posted inBusiness, Local News
NSW businesses could avoid stamp duty costs under proposed changes
Thousands of NSW small and family-run businesses could avoid additional stamp duty costs under proposed changes to trust regulations.
Posted inBellingen, Dorrigo, Feature
Free Dorrigo lunch to recognise Bellingen Shire carers
Bellingen Shire carers are invited to a free community lunch in Dorrigo, celebrating their contributions and providing opportunities to connect and access support.
Posted inAwards, Feature, Lismore
Northern NSW allied health professionals recognised for outstanding care
A Lismore speech pathologist has been recognised for 44 years of service at Northern NSW’s annual allied health awards.
Posted inEnvironment, Local News, NSW Politics
Koala park bill hits Parliament
The Great Koala National Park has moved from promise to Parliament, with legislation to create the giant Mid North Coast reserve introduced this week.
Posted inCrime, Feature, Taree
Three men charged after clandestine drug lab discovered in Taree
Three men have been charged with drug supply offences after police uncovered and dismantled a clandestine drug laboratory during raids across Taree.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Feature
Coffs Harbour by-election confirmed for 12 December
Coffs Harbour residents will return to the polls on Saturday, 12 December, to elect a new councillor following the resignation of Paul Amos.
Posted inClarence Valley, Feature
Clarence Valley Council assures residents services will continue under interim administrator
Clarence Valley residents have been assured council services and projects will continue uninterrupted following the appointment of an interim administrator.
Posted inAwards, Feature, Health, Local News
ADHD care model up for state award
More than 650 children with ADHD now get care closer to home, and it has earned a place in the NSW Health Awards. Find out how the Northern Rivers model is easing the wait.