Dorrigo Transit has cancelled its Armidale to Coffs Harbour bus service due to safety concerns and rising costs associated with the Waterfall Way closure detour.
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Posted inHousing, Lismore
$1 Auctions return to the Northern Rivers
The NSW Government will revive its flood buyback auctions in March 2026, with bids starting at $1. Read more here.
Posted inEnergy, Local News
NSW energy prices rise 20 per cent despite fall in wholesale costs, Minister says
Retail electricity prices in NSW have risen by 20 per cent despite a sharp fall in wholesale power costs, prompting fresh political debate over the State Government’s renewable energy rollout.
Posted inLifestyle, Local News, What's on
Seniors Week 2026: the North Coast celebrates “Live Life in Colour”
Across the North Coast, communities will celebrate the 2026 NSW Seniors Festival from 2–15 March, embracing this year’s vibrant theme, “Live Life in Colour.”
Posted inHousing, Tweed Heads
Tweed Shire Council takes housing crisis head-on with multi-front strategy
Tweed Shire Council has unveiled a three-pronged push to address the region’s worsening housing crisis. Read more here.
Posted inBallina, Local festivals and shows
Splash out at Ballina Duck Fest
1000 yellow ducks will grace the Richmond River in Ballina for a race to glory as part of the annual Ballina Duck Fest community celebration on Sunday, 8 March.
Posted inWomen, Yamba
Free wellbeing workshops to reach North Coast women ahead of NSW Women’s Week
Free wellbeing workshops are coming to the North Coast to help rural and regional women manage stress and prioritise self-care ahead of NSW Women’s Week.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News, National News
Local beef spared from latest Trump tariff tantie, but others not so lucky
Australian beef exports appear set to dodge the latest twist in United States President Donald Trump’s escalating tariff saga, with industry leaders confirming reports that local producers will retain zero tariff access.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Parenting and kids
Mad wheels, new feels: Play revolution hits top gear
Ulong has unveiled a new BMX track and upgraded playground as part of a broader push to revitalise local play spaces.
Posted inEnergy, Local News
North Coast leads the state in rooftop solar
Regional NSW is dominating rooftop solar adoption across the state, with nine of the top 10 electorates for installations outside of Sydney – and some of the highest rates are right here.