Government Archives - Coffs Coast News Of The Area

Draft Orara River Rehabilitation Strategy 2026-2036 released for community feedback

Grahame and Rochelle have fenced off part of the Orara River and are revegetating the riverbank with native species. Photo: supplied Landholder and grazier Steve has fenced off part of the Orara River and revegetated more than 2km of riverbank with support from several environmental programs. Photo: supplied THE future health of one of the […]

Business, Government

Solitary Islands Coastal Walk set for world-class upgrade

A RANGE of environmental projects across the Coffs Coast will share more than $400,000 in funding through the City of Coffs Harbour’s 2026/27 Environmental Levy Grants program. Council approved the funding package at its 28 May meeting, supporting 11 community-led initiatives focused on biodiversity, habitat restoration, sustainability, environmental education and waterway health. A further $95,000 […]

Government

City of Coffs Council releases quarterly progress report

A LIBRARY makeover, a new bridge at Woolgoolga, and further beautification of Brelsford Park in the Coffs Harbour CBD are among the significant capital works projects completed in the first three months of 2026. The City of Coffs Harbour has released its Quarterly Progress Report (January-March), tracking the status of capital and operational works and […]

Government, Regional

Waterfall Way not just a Bellingen Shire issue: mayor

A CAMPAIGN is under way calling for recognition of Waterfall Way’s critical importance to people, businesses and emergency service providers across the Mid North Coast. Bellingen Shire Council has lodged its submission on the Draft North Coast Strategic Regional Integrated Transport Plan 2026, calling for stronger recognition of the Shire’s transport resilience priorities. It is […]

Government, Regional

The 30% rule of thumb locking people out of the rental market

JUDY Harrison is worried that renters are being unfairly disadvantaged by the application of an un-mandated housing affordability metric by property managers. She moderates the Housing Rentals Coffs Coast social media group, which has more than 20,000 members, and she has seen a worrying trend. Ms Harrison says more single mothers, and other vulnerable groups, […]

Community, Government

Endangered frogs found near Karangi battery site

Dave Gentle with one of his tadpoles. Photo: Kate Pye. A man-made frogpond. Photo: Kate Pye. Dave Gentle at the natural frog breeding site beside a tributary of the Orara River. An endangered Giant Barred Frog found on Dave’s property on April 23. Photo: supplied, Xavier Gentle with the endangered Giant Barred Frog on the […]

Community, Government, Health

Tyre dumping in Lowanna raises creek contamination fears

Tyres dumped in the creek at Lowanna. Photos: supplied. Tyres dumped in the creek at Lowanna. Photos: supplied. Tyres dumped in the creek at Lowanna. Photos: supplied. A LOWANNA resident is calling on the City of Coffs Harbour to stop the pollution of creeks near his home. The man, who News Of The Area is […]

Community, Government

Survey opens for Scotts Head Master Plan feedback

RESIDENTS are being encouraged to have their say on the future of Scotts Head by completing the first survey for the Scotts Head Master Plan. The survey is open for feedback for three weeks and closes on 17 May. Nambucca Valley Council General Manager Bede Spannagle said the community would also have the opportunity to […]

Government

Sydney to Grafton XPT service to resume this month

The XPT trains have been painted to reflect their history. The XPT trains have been painted to reflect their history. THE Sydney to Grafton XPT train service is set to return from 28 April, after a year of coach replacements during fleet upgrades. Sydney to Grafton train services – travelling through the Central Coast, Hunter […]

Government

Blueprint released for more inclusive Coffs Coast

CITY of Coffs Harbour’s “Draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan – 2026-2030” is now on public exhibition until 22 April. “The City has worked closely with the Disability Inclusion and Access Advisory Committee to develop this blueprint which is our statement of ambition for a fairer go for all,” Mayor Nikki Williams said. “Apart from being […]