BONVILLE-Boambee VIEW Club is urging the local community to give generously to The Smith Family’s Winter Appeal this year, to support thousands of children and young people with their education. The Appeal aims to raise almost $8m to support students experiencing disadvantage by providing access to proven out-of-school educational programs. It comes as a survey […]

Freemason’s donation to CanDo Cancer Trust
THE Masonic Lodges and Chapters of the Coffs Harbour Clarence region recently held a district meeting at which a donation was presented to the CanDo Cancer Trust. The Trust is a local cancer charity that financially supports patients and families attending the Mid North Coast Cancer Institute. A cheque for $5500 was presented by the […]
Forest campaigner promises hunger strike at NSW Parliament
A COFFS COAST grandfather says he has been left “no other option” but to undertake a hunger strike for the protection of forests. Peter Elzer has history placing his personal wellbeing on the line for causes he is passionate about. In 2023 he completed a 2048 kilometre walking journey from Melbourne to Seventeen Seventy in […]
Foreshores rezoning proposal placed on public exhibition
State Government imagery of the Jetty Foreshores proposal. Photos: PDNSW. A PLANNING proposal to redevelop the Jetty Foreshores precinct has been placed on public exhibition, with Coffs Coast residents invited to have their say. To support residents to share their views, a webinar will be held on Tuesday 27 May 2025 from 6-7:30 pm, with […]

Substantial’ opposition to reduced meeting frequency
CITY of Coffs Harbour councillor Tony Judge has highlighted “substantial community opposition” to a proposal to adjust the frequency of Council meetings from fortnightly to monthly. Currently, Ordinary Council meetings are held generally on the second and fourth Thursday of each month (February to December). Under the proposed change, the elected Council would meet generally […]
Woolgoolga Neighbourhood Centre Celebrates its volunteer heroes
AS AUSTRALIA marks Neighbourhood Centre Week between 12–18 May and gears up for National Volunteer Week between 20–26 May, Woolgoolga Neighbourhood Centre is taking the opportunity to honour the backbone of its operations – its dedicated volunteers. “Neighbourhood Centres exist to deliver local solutions that help communities thrive, and at the heart of ours are […]
‘Volunteers make everything we do possible’, says Lifeline North Coast
Lifeline North Coast volunteers. Lifeline North Coast volunteers. Lifeline North Coast volunteers. Lifeline North Coast volunteers. Lifeline North Coast volunteers. Lifeline North Coast volunteers. THIS National Volunteer Week, May 19-25, Lifeline North Coast is recognising the individual and collective contributions of all the volunteers who ensure that every Australian has access to hope and connection […]
Tea Time with Breast Cancer Buddies Support Group
THE Breast Cancer Buddies Support Group in Coffs Harbour is hosting a “Tea, Treats and Togetherness” event at the Botanic Gardens, in support of Cancer Council’s Biggest Morning Tea fundraiser. Everyone is invited to this gathering on Wednesday, 21 May from 10am to 12pm, which will bring the community together to celebrate and support the […]
Dads in Distress group restarted in Coffs Harbour
THE Dads in Distress group is restarting in Coffs Harbour after a few years’ lapse. Founder Tony Miller OAM, is stepping back into the role of facilitator and holding weekly meetings every Tuesday night from 6pm-10pm in the Pioneer Cottage at Coffs Harbour Showground. Dads in Distress supports dads experiencing trauma through family breakdown and […]
Sandy Beach DA quashed after considerable community opposition
A DECISION to reject plans for a 113-lot residential subdivision on the Hearnes Lake floodplain at Ti-Tree Road, Sandy Beach has been met with jubilation by the local community. On 29 April a five member Northern Regional Planning Panel (NRPP), including local councillors Cath Fowler and George Cecato, unanimously rejected a proposal lodged in October […]