June 23, 2026

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Union pushes back against potential lifeguard outsourcing City of Coffs Harbour’s lifeguard service might be outsourced. Photo: City of Coffs Harbour Lifeguards.
Local News

Union pushes back against potential lifeguard outsourcing

WHEN the City of Coffs Harbour’s councillors passed a motion to adopt a recommendation in a confidential report concerning lifeguard services, it triggered an angry response from the United Services Union (USU) and costly court action. The union condemned Council for “allegedly making a secret decision to outsource its Beach Lifeguard Service, without proper consultation […]

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Coffs Harbour council digitising legacy planning maps
Government

Coffs Harbour council digitising legacy planning maps

CITY of Coffs Harbour is now working to “digitise and align” its legacy planning maps. Two years ago the NSW Government implemented a new suite of land use zones (known as Employment Zones) which replaced the existing business and industrial categories in all local environmental plans in NSW, including the Coffs Harbour Local Environmental Plan […]

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Councillor: City’s draft homelessness strategy a ‘missed opportunity’ Councillor Tony Judge thinks the City is missing an opportunity to develop ‘strong measures’ to reduce homelessness.
Police

Councillor: City’s draft homelessness strategy a ‘missed opportunity’

COUNCILLOR Tony Judge has branded the draft City of Coffs Harbour Homelessness Strategy as a “missed opportunity” to collaborate with service providers and the State Government on “strong measures” to reduce homelessness. “The draft strategy is an excellent piece of research that identifies the extent of homelessness in the Coffs Harbour Local Government Area,” Cr […]

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Quad bike standards saving lives as crackdown urged Enforcement of safety standards could lower farming deaths involving quad bikes, research indicates. Photo: Mark Tadic/AAP PHOTOS.
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Quad bike standards saving lives as crackdown urged

FARMERS, their families and workers are returning home safely after a day on the land due to stronger quad bike safety standards, but tougher enforcement could save even more lives. Quad bikes have long been a leading cause of deaths on farms, with 10 fatalities in 2024 and 46 reports of injuries, according to Farmsafe […]

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Coffs Coast roller derby star represents Australia Claire Dwyer greets the crowd at the World Cup.
Sport

Coffs Coast roller derby star represents Australia

CLAIRE Dwyer has proudly represented her country in roller derby. The Coffs Coast Derby team member played for Team Australia at the recent Junior Roller Derby Association World Cup in Brisbane. She was part of the Australian team that took home the bronze medal, after defeating New Zealand 213-211 in a nail-biting contest. The Australian […]

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Coffs hosts International Tag Series The New Zealand Mixed Seniors team celebrate their title win.
Sport

Coffs hosts International Tag Series

OZTAG players from across the country have proudly represented their cultural heritage on the field in Coffs Harbour. The players competed in the International Tag Series, a unique tournament which sees players representing their cultural heritage rather than their country of residence. New Zealand won the Mixed Seniors title beating the Irish Exiles 6-2 in […]

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34-36 Coramba Street, Glenreagh is on the market with @realty
Property

34-36 Coramba Street, Glenreagh is on the market with @realty

34-36 Coramba Street, GlenreaghOpen home: Saturday, 16 August, 10-10:30am. IF you’ve been dreaming of a peaceful lifestyle in a welcoming rural village, this charming cottage in Glenreagh could be your perfect escape. Set on a generous 2023m² (half-acre) block, this beautifully maintained original home offers space, character, and potential. The home features three bedrooms filled […]

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