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.
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Walcha Coffee adds seven more medals to growing awards record
Walcha Coffee has added another seven medals to its growing awards record after competing at Golden Bean Australasia 2026, one of the coffee industry’s largest competitions.
Posted inAwards, North Coast Surrounds, Tourism
Finalists announced for 2026 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards
Finalists for the 2026 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards have been announced, recognising tourism operators across NSW’s North Coast region.
Posted inAwards, Feature, Port Macquarie
Billabong Zoo celebrates four wins at Greater Port Macquarie Business Awards
Billabong Zoo has claimed four major honours at the Greater Port Macquarie Business Awards and advanced to regional finals.
Posted inAwards, Feature, Taree
Club Taree honoured for flood response at state awards
Club Taree has been recognised for its flood response, winning a prestigious state award for supporting hundreds of evacuees.
Posted inAwards, Feature, Good News, Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie detective awarded Australian Police Medal
A Port Macquarie-based detective who has dedicated more than two decades to protecting children from abuse has been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours with the Australian Police Medal.
Posted inAwards, Flood, Good News, Taree
Taree clubs hailed for flood recovery efforts one year on
Two of Taree’s best-known clubs are being recognised for their extraordinary efforts during last year’s devastating floods, with both Club Taree and Taree Aquatic Club (Sailo’s) named finalists in the Emergency Response category of the prestigious ClubsNSW Clubs & Community Awards.
Posted inAwards, Byron Shire, Good News
The Echo celebrates 40 years of independent voice, community and connection
The Byron Echo is preparing to celebrate a major milestone this June, marking 40 years of independent community journalism with a special anniversary event that editor Aslan Shand says is both a reflection on its roots and a commitment to the future of local media.
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Final call for nominations in Coffs Harbour First Nations awards
Nominations are closing soon for the 2026 Yandaarra Aunty Grace Roberts Awards celebrating First Nations leaders across the Coffs Harbour region.
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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.