ONE of Bellingen’s favourite theatrical exports recently delivered his inaugural performance as support artist for the touring cabaret show “Max to the Max”. Raji Renshaw is already well known locally and farther afield, having starred in commercials for AAMI, McDonalds and Toyota. He has wowed audiences on fashion runways in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and the […]
The majority of services will be operated by modern coaches featuring wheelchair accessibility, improved seating and seatbelts, mobile phone charging points, onboard defibrillators and toilets.
Revitalised regional coach network unveiled
NEW routes and modernised coaches have been unveiled as part of a major upgrade to NSW TrainLink coach services. A 36 percent funding increase across the NSW TrainLink coach network will lift total funding to $290 million over the next nine years. From 1 July, 14 coach operators will run 49 routes across the NSW […]
Feedback sought on NSW Freshwater Impoundment Fish Stocking Plan
RECREATIONAL fishers are invited to have their say on which NSW dams and impoundments they would like to see stocked with their favourite freshwater fish species, as the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) develops its stocking program for the year ahead. DPIRD Aquaculture Director Ian Lyall said NSW is home to […]
The ten new probationary constables are excited to get started. Photo: Coffs-Clarence Police District.
New cops for Coffs Coast after academy graduations
TEN new crimefighters are now serving the Coffs Coast following an attestation ceremony last week at the NSW Police Force Academy in Goulburn. The new probationary constables began their work with the Coffs-Clarence Police District on Monday, 4 May. “This is a great day for the Coffs Coast and an important boost to police numbers […]
Report highlights impacts of Waterfall Way closure
BELLINGEN Shire Council has released the findings of its Waterfall Way Business and Community Impact Survey, capturing the far-reaching effects of the nine-week road closure on residents, businesses and community organisations. The key link road connecting Bellingen to Dorrigo and beyond was closed after a landslip at Gordonville Cutting on January 19. The survey, which […]
The draft Voluntary Planning Agreement is tied to a development application for a subdivision of land which would see the creation of three community title lots.
Opal Cove voluntary planning agreement on public exhibition
CITY of Coffs Harbour Council voted to place the draft Opal Cove Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA) on public exhibition at its meeting on 23 April. The draft VPA is tied to a development application for a subdivision of land which would see the creation of three community title lots, demolition of existing Opal Cove Resort […]
Buluunggal Festival a heartwarming tribute to Uncle Bud Marshall
Budaabang Bari Dancers performing at the Buluunggal Festival. Photo: Jessica Miller. Te Whānau Mānihera from Aotearoa performed a number of dances including a haka. Photo: Jessica Miller. Janie Smith, Nopera Pikari, Uncle Martin Ballangarry and Kiki Marama. Photo: Jessica Miller. Rhys Pavey operating Uncle Bud’s smoker. Photo: Jessica Miller. The Budaabang Bari Dancers. Photo: Jessica […]
Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Finance Minister Katy Gallagher are facing questions about the budget. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS.
Budget won’t be war between generations: treasurer
POTENTIAL changes to negative gearing or capital gains tax in the federal budget would not be breaking the trust of voters, the treasurer says. As Jim Chalmers prepares to hand down his fifth budget, the government faces accusations it is coming after “mum and dad” investors as family trusts join capital gains tax discounts and […]
Sylvie Creenaune, Cr Graeme Shephard, Uncle Allan Phillips, Mayor Steve Allan, Uncle Cecil Briggs, Derek McCarthy from the NSW Reconstruction Authority and Council General Manager Mark Griffioen.
Bielsdown River footbridge showcases community-led art
Sylvie Creenaune, Cr Graeme Shephard, Uncle Allan Phillips, Mayor Steve Allan, Uncle Cecil Briggs, Derek McCarthy from the NSW Reconstruction Authority and Council General Manager Mark Griffioen. The community-led artwork featured on the bridge panels. BELLINGEN Shire Council officially opened the Bielsdown River footbridge on Thursday 23 April. In attendance were Dorrigo school students, Gumbaynggirr […]
TAFE students from across the region rolled up their sleeves to work with WIRES volunteers. Photo: supplied.
TAFE students make a difference at WIRES shelter in Coffs Harbour
A GROUP of dedicated TAFE students recently joined WIRES Mid North Coast (MNC) volunteers for a hands-on working bee at the new Wildlife Rehabilitation Shelter in Coffs Harbour. The working bee brought together the next generation of wildlife carers with experienced WIRES members, who have been working tirelessly to establish and maintain the facility with […]
