Nationals MPs are urging urgent government action as feral pig populations surge, causing widespread damage to farms across the Richmond and Clarence valleys.
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Posted inBeaches and Surf, Coffs Harbour
City of Coffs Harbour to retain in-house lifeguard service
Coffs Harbour will retain its in-house lifeguard service after reviewing an external proposal, citing strong community support and opportunities for improvement.
Posted inAccidents and road closures, Forster
Man dies in marine accident on Breckenridge Channel
A 79-year-old man has died after a boat struck a sandbank near Forster, throwing him forward and causing fatal head injuries.
Posted inAccidents and road closures, NSW News
Police out in force as double demerits begin for long weekend
Double demerits are in force and police are out in numbers — with the road toll already higher than last year.
Posted inCrime, MidCoast
Driver charged after fatal cyclist crash on Mid North Coast
A man has been charged following a crash that claimed the life of a cyclist on the state’s Mid North Coast late last year.
Posted inAwards, Health, Local News
Call for nominations for 2026 Healing Heart Award
Public nominations are now open for the 2026 Healing Heart Award, recognising outstanding nurses and midwives across Northern NSW for compassionate, high-quality care.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Travel
Coffs Harbour secures Qantas fare relief during Melbourne flight pause
Coffs Harbour travellers will receive fare protections and discounted flights as Qantas pauses direct Melbourne services for four weeks from May.
Posted inDisability, Federal Politics, Local News, New England
NDIS overhaul to kick 160,000 people off, hit regions hardest
Up to 160,000 people could lose NDIS support under sweeping reforms — with regional communities expected to feel the impact most.
Posted inBallina, Recycling and waste, What's on
Keep your old clothes out of landfill with new drop-off recycling
Got clothes you don’t wear? Ballina’s new drop-off day makes it easy to recycle them — without leaving your car.
Posted inLismore, Water
Stormwater upgrades completed across more than 100 rural sites
Stormwater upgrades across more than 100 sites are helping keep Lismore’s rural roads open during heavy rain.