Community invited to come together for the NAB Darrel Chapman Fun Run
The Northern Rivers community is invited to come together for the NAB Darrel Chapman Fun Run in Lismore on Sunday, 30 August.
Changed traffic conditions on Oxley Highway at Port Macquarie
Motorists are advised of changed traffic conditions on the Oxley Highway at Port Macquarie for pavement upgrade work from Monday, 13 July.
‘No resources’: One Nation defends uncosted policies
Barnaby Joyce has blamed deficient parliamentary resources for the lack of detail about how much its plans will cost.
AIHW report reveals worsening youth mental health as experts call for new approaches
Australia’s youth mental health crisis is deepening, with new AIHW data showing rising illness rates and growing pressure on services.
NSW Opposition promises payroll tax cut to stop business exodus
The NSW Opposition says thousands of businesses are leaving the state and promises the country’s lowest payroll tax if it wins office.
Funding available for community events at the 2027 NSW Seniors Festival
Community organisations and councils across the Myall Lakes are being encouraged to apply for funding to deliver local events as part of the 2027 NSW Seniors Festival.
Australians urged not to rush 2026 tax returns amid scam warning
CPA Australia is urging Australians to delay lodging their 2026 tax returns until ATO data is complete and remain alert to scams.
Disease doesn’t wait for slow and inefficient bureaucracy, says CropLife
CropLife Australia says APVMA delays leave farmers without timely crop protection products amid rising biosecurity risks nationwide today.
North Coast Crown reserves share in statewide $12.45 million funding boost
Tweed Heads and Harrington Crown reserves will share in $1.06 million to improve public spaces and protect coastal environments.
More than 5,000 back call for tougher laws on illegal dirt bikes and e-scooters
The “Back the Blue — Not the Bike” petition argues that current laws leave police with limited options to stop riders of stolen, unregistered and uninsured vehicles who flee from officers and endanger the public.
Nutrien and FRRR launch $250,000 grants program for rural communities
Nutrien and FRRR have launched a $250,000 grants program, offering up to $5,000 to support rural and regional community projects nationwide.
Man charged after alleged courthouse window smashing in Ballina
A 29-year-old man faces court after allegedly smashing 12 windows at a Ballina courthouse and nearby business overnight.
Two northern NSW men charged over online threats within 24 hours
Two locals have been charged within a day of each other over separate online threats, one over posts targeting a federal MP, the other over alleged terrorism advocacy, weapons and ammunition.
From timber tales to twisting thrillers: top authors to appear at Yarrila Place
Insights into the Coffs Coast timber industry and a conversation with one of Australia’s leading thriller writers will headline two author events at Yarrila Place next month.
Ballina plays host as regional leaders tackle the big issues facing the bush
State ministers, mayors and regional leaders descended on Ballina last week for a major regional meeting. From bridge duplications to the Big Prawn, see what delegates got to explore.
Lismore households throw away $670,000 in container refunds as recoverable waste fills red bins
Lismore households discarded an estimated $670,000 in container refunds while nearly half their red-bin waste was recoverable, audit.
Sydney teen’s stolen car pursuit through Coffs Harbour catches four innocent drivers
Police chasing a stolen car through Coffs Harbour deployed road spikes to stop a Sydney teen. Instead, four innocent motorists were left stranded with shredded tyres.
Taree teen, 16, charged with murder after fatal stabbing
A Taree man is dead, a teenage boy behind bars. Police reveal the accused and victim knew each other, but weren’t associates, as the investigation into a horror stabbing continues.
North Coast events receive NSW Government funding
Three North Coast events are among 56 regional festivals to receive NSW Government funding through the 2026–27 Regional Event Fund.
$2.1 million boost for Clarence Valley horticulture leader
Provenance Propagation has secured more than $2.1 million to expand its Clarence Valley horticultural facility, creating skilled local jobs.
Bellingen Shire Council secures $1 million for Urunga CBD safety upgrades
Bellingen Shire Council has secured $1 million through Transport for NSW’s Safer Cities: Her Way 2 program to improve safety in the Urunga CBD.
Cleary’s class: NSW win State of Origin decider
Inspired by Nathan Cleary, NSW have clinched a State of Origin series victory with an upset win over Queensland in the decider at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium.
Telstra outage resolved, 333 failed calls to Triple Zero
Telstra’s network is back after a nationwide outage traced to a 20-year “time travel” glitch. Customers still having trouble connecting are urged to restart their devices.
Aboriginal Cancer Care Coordinators appointed at Tweed and Grafton
Northern NSW welcomes two Aboriginal Cancer Care Coordinators, providing culturally safe support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people throughout cancer treatment.
Know a woman creating real change? She could be the next NSW Woman of the Year
Nominations are now open for the 2027 NSW Women of the Year Awards, recognising women and girls creating positive change across NSW.
Legends for Mob rise at Coffs Harbour’s 2026 NAIDOC Week celebrations
A community leader who founded an Aboriginal support organisation has received Coffs Harbour’s highest NAIDOC Week honour at the Yandaarra awards.
Funding opens for Mid North and North Coast surf club facilities
Surf Life Saving clubs across NSW can apply for a share of $5.5 million in facility grants.
Telstra mobile outage plunges thousands into chaos
The largest mobile network in the country has been hit with an outage that has affected thousands of users with the telco saying it’s urgently fixing it.
Local surfers to contest Australian Longboard Titles on the Tweed Coast
A strong contingent of local surfers will be among more than 200 competitors when the 2026 Thermos Australian Longboard Titles are held on the Tweed Coast from 24 to 30 July.
Norco Eat the Street returns to Lismore CBD this August
Norco Eat the Street will return to Lismore’s CBD on 22 August, showcasing local food, live music and family-friendly entertainment.
North Coast residents invited to have their say on gambling advertising reforms
Federal Member for Lyne Alison Penfold is encouraging North Coast residents to have their say on proposed gambling advertising reforms, with legislation introduced into Federal Parliament.
Funding boost helps Grafton Dragon Boat Club welcome more paddlers
A $5,700 NSW Government grant will help Grafton Dragon Boat Club welcome more paddlers with adjustable equipment.
Record crowds deliver boost for Lismore at biggest-ever LisAmore!
More than 8,000 people visited Lismore on Sunday, making the 2026 LisAmore! Italian Festival the biggest in its history.
Clarence Valley Council, Mudyala and Connect YouToo launch Townsend Collective
Clarence Valley Council, Mudyala Aboriginal Corporation and Connect You Too have launched the Townsend Collective, creating new community spaces, services and opportunities.
China test fires missile in Pacific as alliance struck
China has confirmed it fired a sea-based missile in the Pacific, just hours after Australia signed a landmark defence alliance with Fiji.
Motorists urged to take extra care on Mid North Coast and North Coast roads these school holidays
Motorists travelling across the Mid North Coast and North Coast during the winter school holidays are being urged to plan ahead, take extra care and drive to the conditions.
Port Macquarie student awarded Premier’s scholarship for Greece military history tour
Heritage Christian School student Timothy Gittins has been selected for a prestigious Premier’s scholarship, earning a military history study tour of Greece.
Fresh Disability Inclusion Plan sets clear path to better access in Coffs Harbour
The City of Coffs Harbour has adopted a new disability inclusion plan to improve accessibility, participation and community inclusion for everyone.
Stabbing in Taree take life of man in his 30s
Police are seeking anyone with information about the incident on Ranald Road just before dawn.
Teen charged after alleged armed robbery in Kempsey
A teenage boy has been charged following an alleged armed robbery at a business on the NSW Mid North Coast.