Clarence Valley residents, businesses and schools are being asked to have their say on proposed local part-day public holidays for 2027 and 2028.
Clarence Valley Council
Posted inGrafton, Recreation, Youth
Grafton skate park upgrade gains ground
Grafton’s push for a safer, rebuilt skate park has picked up serious momentum since June, moving from a radio interview to a packed community meet-up and now to a council vote ordering a full report on the facility’s future.
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 inClarence Valley
Funding available to help preserve Clarence Valley heritage
Clarence Valley Council is inviting applications for heritage grants to help preserve historic buildings and strengthen community connections across the region.
Posted inClarence Valley
Community helps shape name of Maclean’s new regional arts centre
Community feedback has helped name Maclean’s new Biirrinba Regional Arts Centre, recognising Yaegl culture and the Clarence River.
Posted inAnimals, Clarence Valley, Social issues and services, Yamba
Clarence Valley cracks down after Yamba dog attack
A Yamba dog owner has been fined $2500 and their two dogs were declared menacing following an attack in May. Council says it won’t hesitate to act again, and is urging all dog owners to control their animals.
Posted inClarence Valley, Indigenous
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.
Posted inLocal News
Clarence Valley and MidCoast councils among finalists in North Coast tourism awards
Clarence Valley and MidCoast councils are among the finalists in the 2026 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards, recognising regional tourism excellence.
Posted inClarence Valley, Local politics
Clarence Valley Council makes key decisions on budget, agriculture, flying foxes and cultural engagement
Clarence Valley Council wrapped up a full agenda at its June Ordinary Meeting, adopting its annual budget and operational plan, launching a new agricultural grants program, endorsing a new flying fox management strategy and taking steps toward establishing a powerhouse museum.
Posted inAgriculture, Grafton
Council seeks feedback on Grafton Saleyards future
Clarence Valley Council is seeking public feedback on a draft plan outlining future options for the Grafton Saleyards.