Banks will have to start chasing down customers stuck on higher-fee accounts, after the ACCC found 150,000 low-income Australians were missing out on cheaper options.
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Posted inCoffs Harbour, Energy
Coffs Harbour cuts core operational emissions on path to 2040 net zero
The City of Coffs Harbour has reduced emissions from its core operations while identifying new measures to further cut its corporate carbon footprint.
Posted inClarence Valley
Get involved this Local Government Week
Clarence Valley residents are invited to celebrate Local Government Week through free community events, exhibitions and opportunities to meet council staff.
Posted inBusiness, Energy, Regional Development
Clean energy body admits trust problem, proposes royalty scheme
The Clean Energy Council admits regional Australia doesn’t trust renewables, but it’s solution is not likely to fix the problem.
Posted inNorthern Rivers
Wanted to join a musical? Now’s your chance
Ever wanted to join a musical? Auditions are now open for original Australian production Forgotten premiering Northern Rivers 2027.
Posted inCoffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour commits funding to progress Jetty Strip redevelopment
Council has committed $2.5 million to complete detailed design work for Coffs Harbour’s Jetty Strip redevelopment and future funding bids.
Posted inHealth, Tweed Heads
‘I’m living the dream’: Tweed woman returns to thank clinicians after kidney transplant
A Tweed woman who spent five years on dialysis has reunited with the clinicians who cared for her after a life-changing kidney transplant.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Fire
Woman critically injured after Coffs Harbour house fire
A woman has suffered critical burns after a house fire in Coffs Harbour, while her brother was treated for burns and smoke inhalation after escaping the blaze.
Posted inCasino
NSW Government provides $20,000 for 2026 Casino Truck Show
The Casino Truck Show has secured $20,000 in NSW Government funding through the 2026–27 Regional Event Fund.
Posted inAwards, Local News
North Coast tourism operators recognised at 2026 regional awards
The North Coast’s tourism industry was recognised at the 2026 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards Gala, held at Pacific Bay Resort in Coffs Harbour on Thursday night.