November 2, 2026

Coffs Coast News Of The Area

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Coffs City Probus celebrates 50 years (L to R) John de Rouffignac, Sue Meyer, John and Lynette Williams, Natalie Sheaves and JF Sercombe. Photo: John Sercombe.
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Coffs City Probus celebrates 50 years

COFFS City Inc. Probus Club recently held its AGM and changeover dinner, with John Williams re-elected President. Life Membership was awarded to Myra Capps for her tireless work for the club. Myra and her husband Ken have been members for 20 years. Myra has held various responsibilities – including for activities, welfare, arranging guest speakers, […]

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Shock at the petrol pump sparks electric vehicle surge Less pain at the power point. Interest in electric cars is rising as petrol prices soar. Photo: Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS.
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Shock at the petrol pump sparks electric vehicle surge

DEMAND for second-hand electric vehicles is rising with the price of petrol, attracting more than double the number of enquiries since the fuel crisis began. But automotive experts say the record interest also extends to new vehicles and could cause delays as motorists buy electric cars still en route to Australia. Pickles released details of […]

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Pacific Highway the most dangerous drivers in NSW The Pacific Highway is the most dangerous road in NSW. Photo: Andrew Vivian.
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Pacific Highway the most dangerous drivers in NSW

NEW data reveals that the most dangerous drivers in Australia can be found on the Pacific Highway. The study by LHD Lawyers analysed speed camera activity and government road incident data to identify the NSW roads with the worst “total danger-driver index score”. From texting while driving, to running a red light, the study pinpoints […]

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ADVERTISING FEATURE: Let your young ocean lover become an animal carer for a day The hands-on program gives participants a real glimpse into the world of marine wildlife care.
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ADVERTISING FEATURE: Let your young ocean lover become an animal carer for a day

The hands-on program gives participants a real glimpse into the world of marine wildlife care. The hands-on program gives participants a real glimpse into the world of marine wildlife care. The hands-on program gives participants a real glimpse into the world of marine wildlife care. IF you’re looking for a school holiday activity that’s equal […]

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Stars of Coffs Coast dance their way to $200k for Cancer Council The Stars of Coffs Coast dancers and judges.
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Stars of Coffs Coast dance their way to $200k for Cancer Council

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 […]

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44 Forest Close, Boambee is on the market with Unrealestate Coffs Coast
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44 Forest Close, Boambee is on the market with Unrealestate Coffs Coast

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 […]

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North Coast junior surfers shine at regional titles Avalon Vowels in action.
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North Coast junior surfers shine at regional titles

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 […]

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Builders facing ‘triple threat’ from fuel spikes
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Builders facing ‘triple threat’ from fuel spikes

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 […]

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Fresh wave of baby names for NSW
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Fresh wave of baby names for NSW

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 […]

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Resident says regional rail service is a disgrace All aboard ... an XPT service to Sydney pulls into Coffs Harbour Railway Station.
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Resident says regional rail service is a disgrace

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 […]

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