November 8, 2026
Councils call for stronger powers to curb tobacconist spread Councils want a say in where tobacconists and vape stores can open, given the continued flourishing trade in illegal tobacco and vaping goods. Photo: ArthurHidden on Magnific.
Community, Health, Local News

Councils call for stronger powers to curb tobacconist spread

NSW councils are calling for stronger planning powers to control where tobacconists can open and prevent clusters of outlets near schools and community facilities. With tobacconists and vape stores continuing to spread across NSW communities, councils are restating their call for the NSW Government to require council approval before new outlets can open. Local Government […]

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Cancer community ladies go fly fishing Participants, organisers and instructors at the fly fishing event. Photo: Johnny Wilson.
Community, Health, Local News

Cancer community ladies go fly fishing

Participants, organisers and instructors at the fly fishing event. Photo: Johnny Wilson. Getting the hang of the required movement. Photo: Johnny Wilson. Fun camaraderie among the participants. Photo: Johnny Wilson. She got one! Photo: Johnny Wilson. NINE ladies attended the free Fly-Casting Day for women who have experienced breast cancer on October 31, 2026 at […]

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Fun in the surf with the Disabled Surfers Association, back for five free sessions Supported and safe fun on offer at the Disabled Surfers Association’s free surf days.
Community, Health

Fun in the surf with the Disabled Surfers Association, back for five free sessions

Supported and safe fun on offer at the Disabled Surfers Association’s free surf days. Supported and safe fun on offer at the Disabled Surfers Association’s free surf days. Supported and safe fun on offer at the Disabled Surfers Association’s free surf days. Supported and safe fun on offer at the Disabled Surfers Association’s free surf […]

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Andy reaches WA border after year on the road Andy bumped into Lullaby from Lismore on the Eyre Highway.
Community, Government, Health, Local News, Regional

Andy reaches WA border after year on the road

Andy bumped into Lullaby from Lismore on the Eyre Highway. Andy parks his cart at the end of a gruelling day. The highway is busy and edged with gravel, making conditions tough. The Bunda Cliffs along the Great Australian Bight were a beautiful sight. ANDY has reached the Western Australian border, and after a year […]

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Bellingen and Dorrigo pools open for summer season Bellingen Swim Centre. Photo: BSC.
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Bellingen and Dorrigo pools open for summer season

REFRESHED lane markings and updated pool furniture are in place at Bellingen and Dorrigo pools, which have thrown open the gates for the 2026-27 summer season. “We have been preparing both swim centres for reopening, including refreshing lane markings, updating pool furniture and generally tidying other areas around the pools,” said Brad Paterson, Community Aquatics […]

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Pink Silks Trust donates $10,000 to back exceptional cancer research Chair of Pink Silks Trust Tanya Johnson, ACRF Philanthropy Manager Victoria Bonsey, and Pink Silks Trust’s Amanda Martin.
Health

Pink Silks Trust donates $10,000 to back exceptional cancer research

COFFS Harbour Pink Silks Perpetual Trust has donated $10,000 to Australian Cancer Research Foundation (ACRF) following its Pink Silks Ladies Charity Race Day. The donation continues Pink Silks Trust’s support for cancer research and its commitment to raising awareness and funds for women in the Coffs Harbour region facing cancer, long-term illness, traumatic illness or […]

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A day of fly-fishing and camaraderie among women who have experienced cancer Coffs Harbour fly-fisherman Allan Erkert briefs the women on the day’s program.
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A day of fly-fishing and camaraderie among women who have experienced cancer

Coffs Harbour fly-fisherman Allan Erkert briefs the women on the day’s program. Camaraderie flourishes during the Fly-Casting Day. Each participant is buddied up with an experienced fly-fisher, here it’s Warren Anderson. A FREE Fly-Casting Day for women who have experienced breast cancer is open to applications for its annual event, which will be held on […]

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Breast Cancer Buddies support group celebrates three decades of connection Breast Cancer Buddies founder Ruth Cooper handing out pink lady silhouettes for the first Field of Women held in Coffs Harbour in 1996.
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Breast Cancer Buddies support group celebrates three decades of connection

BREAST cancer support group, Breast Cancer Buddies, founded in Coffs Harbour in 1996, turns 30 this year. The milestone will be celebrated with the group’s members inviting all women in the community to enjoy an afternoon tea and fashion parade next month. “Our Bloom Again afternoon will include fabulous fashions on the field with Lisa […]

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Free food distribution in Coffs Harbour set to expand to accommodation for the homeless Backpackers are among those receiving free food at Coffs. Photo: Sharon Jane.
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Free food distribution in Coffs Harbour set to expand to accommodation for the homeless

Simon Remana, organiser of Coffs Harbour Community Service free food. Photo: Sharon Jane. Distributing food at the Park Avenue car park entry, Coffs Harbour. Photo: Sharon Jane Backpackers are among those receiving free food at Coffs. Photo: Sharon Jane. Helping hands distributing food in Coffs Harbour. Photo: Sharon Jane. COFFS HARBOUR Community Service offers free […]

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