Judith Jackson is a pillar of the community. Photo: supplied.
WOOLGOOLGA volunteer Judith “JuJu” Jackson has spent decades quietly strengthening her community, building connections and supporting others through some of life’s most challenging moments. Born in Melbourne, Judith moved to the Coffs Coast as a child. “It has always been home,” she said, reflecting on a lifetime shaped by community values and a strong family […]
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DEAR News Of The Area, FOR more than 30 years, ratepayers in the Coffs Harbour LGA have contributed to an environmental levy to support community-led environmental work. The proposed budget for the next three years of the “Delivery Program” published on Friday 16/4/26, appears to redirect funds away from community environmental programs and towards projects […]
The restored soldier cenotaph is back to its former glory in time for Anzac Day.
RESTORATION works on the Dorrigo War Memorial have been completed in time for upcoming Anzac Day services. The 104-year-old cenotaph was vandalised in April 2025, with two visitors to the area later convicted and sentenced to pay for repairs in July 2025. Bellingen Shire Mayor Steve Allan said the restoration marks an important outcome for […]
The Suns Under 20s proved too strong for the Port Macquarie Dolphins. Photo: Coffs Harbour Basketball Association.
COFFS Harbour Suns Youth Men have had a successful trip to Port Macquarie. The Suns Under 20s team had an 81-66 win against the Port Macquarie Dolphins, during the latest round of their Basketball NSW Waratah Basketball League representative season. The Suns held a 20-14 lead at quarter time, and had a 36-31 half-time lead. […]
Foundation Chairperson Nicky Smith with recipient Lilly Darlington. (credit Jen Hetherington)
RISING athlete Lilly Darlington, 11, has again received funding through the Coleman-Smith Foundation, which provides financial support to talented young sportspeople in the Stuarts Point and Eungai areas. Having received funds from the Foundation in the past, Lilly’s ongoing achievements have made her a worthy recipient once more. Foundation Chairperson Nicky Smith elaborated at an […]
Rotarian Richard takes local ladies Noleen and Julie for a trike ride along the Nambucca River’s edge. Photo: supplied.
AFTER several years of taking residents from Autumn Lodge and Riverside Gardens on scenic trike rides, Nambucca Valley Rotary is now opening the experience to the wider community. Since 2019, Rotary volunteers have been taking aged care residents on rides around Macksville and along the V-Wall, giving many people the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors […]
The Nambucca Venturer Scouts team won ninth place at the Dragon Skin challenge.
The Nambucca Venturer Scouts team won ninth place at the Dragon Skin challenge. Nambucca Venturer Scouts at the Dragon Skin challenge. NAMBUCCA Venturer Scouts outdid themselves at the Dragon Skin adventure challenge held over the Easter long weekend in Belanglo State Forest. Dragon Skin is the premier event in the NSW Venturer Scout calendar, bringing […]
Scotts Head Road during the May 2025 flood event. Photo: Nambucca Valley SES.
THE State and Federal Governments have committed more than $56 million in new funding to support Mid North Coast communities as they continue to rebuild following the severe weather of May 2025 and ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. The nearly $56.3 million package, delivered through the joint Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA), targets the long-term work […]
