The Stars of Coffs Coast dancers and judges.
The Stars of Coffs Coast dancers and judges. Highest Fundraiser and People’s Choice winners, Chris Grieve and Meredith Ripley. Judges Sam Dawson, George ‘Sarge’ Sargeant and Carol Young. Judges Choice winners Pat Conaghan MP and Ilona Conaghan. ORGANISERS of Stars of Coffs Coast 2026 expect to shatter a fundraising record, with more than $200,000 pledged […]
Address: 44 Forest Close, BoambeePrice: $1,100,000Beds: 4, Bath: 2, Car: 2Land size: 3,008 sqm NESTLED in the picturesque heart of the Boambee Valley, 44 Forest Close offers a rare opportunity to secure a classic settlers cottage-style home set on a sprawling quarter acre of tranquil land. This character-filled four-bedroom residence embodies warmth and potential, inviting […]
Avalon Vowels in action.
Avalon Vowels in action. Rio Luther Barr. Koa Fenix Quandt Messer. EMERALD Beach turned on some great autumn conditions last weekend as nearly 50 of the region’s best junior surfers competed for coveted spots at the upcoming NSW State Titles. The 2026 North Coast Junior Regional Titles brought together talented groms from across the stretch […]
BUILDERS say they are under pressure from a ‘triple threat’ caused by spiking fuel prices. Matthew Pollock, Executive Director of Master Builders NSW, said builders are increasingly feeling pressure from fuel price rises from a triple pain point perspective. The cost of keeping diesel-fuelled commercial vehicles and equipment operating and getting to site. Rising transport […]
NSW PARENTS are embracing a new wave of contemporary baby names, with eight fresh entries joining the state’s Top 100 in 2025. Newly released data from the NSW Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages shows a growing preference for names that feel meaningful and distinctive. Boys’ names saw particularly strong movement, with Fletcher making the […]
All aboard ... an XPT service to Sydney pulls into Coffs Harbour Railway Station.
All aboard … an XPT service to Sydney pulls into Coffs Harbour Railway Station. An XPT service to Sydney departs Coffs Harbour Railway Station. Julianne McKeon, who is advocating for improvements to local rail services. A COFFS Harbour woman whose elderly sister was hospitalised while travelling by coach between Brisbane and Coffs Harbour, believes the […]
RELICS is an immersive exhibition combining vintage objects with intricate LEGO® worlds. Photos: Auckland Museum.
RELICS is an immersive exhibition combining vintage objects with intricate LEGO® worlds. Photos: Auckland Museum. RELICS is an immersive exhibition combining vintage objects with intricate LEGO® worlds. Photos: Auckland Museum. VISIT Yarrila Arts and Museum (YAM) this school holidays and experience RELICS: A New World Rises, an immersive exhibition combining vintage objects with intricate LEGO® […]
WORLD Autism Month is highlighting the voices of autistic people, families, and advocates. Coffs local Sienna*, 19, who lives with autism and anxiety, says professional support boosted her confidence enough to secure her first job. She had applied for more than 10 positions without success; from hospitality roles to “random little jobs here and there”. […]
A GRASSROOTS recycling initiative has turned everyday waste into meaningful support for koala habitat restoration, with $1500 raised and donated to Bangalow Koalas. Valla Beach man Darren Squibb recently presented the funds to Linda Sparrow of Bangalow Koalas in Bangalow, the result of his community-driven ‘Cans for Koalas, Bottles for Boobooks’ campaign. The funds were […]
Treasurer Jim Chalmers believes workers deserve a fair wage rise. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS.
LABOR has thrown its weight behind an above-inflation wage rise for low-paid workers, but business groups warn the move could worsen price pressures and fuel further interest rate rises. The federal government repeated its 2025 call for a pay bump above the inflation rate in its submission to the Fair Work Commission’s annual wage review. […]
