March 16, 2026
Scamming behaviour tipped to spike following natural disaster Authorities are warning that scammers may attempt to exploit the recent natural disaster through fake fundraising appeals. Photo: NSW SES.
Community, Regional

Scamming behaviour tipped to spike following natural disaster

PREDATORY scammer activity is predicted to skyrocket in the wake of the recent rains and flood disasters. In the aftermath of severe flooding, the State Government is urging people to remain vigilant when donating to recovery efforts. As communities recover and rebuild, authorities are warning that scammers may attempt to exploit the situation through fake […]

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Man  charged with more than 80 offences under Strike Force Bungaree
Police

Man charged with more than 80 offences under Strike Force Bungaree

A COFFS Harbour man has been charged with more than 80 offences relating to “break, enter and steal” offences alleged to have occurred in the local area. In May 2025, investigators from Coffs/Clarence Police District established Strike Force Bungaree to investigate numerous aggravated break, enter and steal offences in the Coffs Harbour area, with some […]

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Press the button on Smoke Alarm Action Day FRNSW Acting Station Officer Tim George urges people to check their smoke alarms.
Local News

Press the button on Smoke Alarm Action Day

SMOKE Alarm Action Day is 1 June, a day when Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) and fire services across Australia, prompt people to check they have a working smoke alarm. Their campaign slogan is, “Be smart. Take part. Check that you have a smoke alarm and test that it works”. “The most important button you’ll […]

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Local radio station 2Air FM raises funds for Cancer Council The Cancer Council’s Kerrie Piper with prizewinner 2Air FM’s Ken Capps.
Community, Event

Local radio station 2Air FM raises funds for Cancer Council

THE Biggest Morning Tea Cancer Council fundraiser, run by local radio station 2Air FM, got off to a great start on Saturday 24 May after the event was postponed due to heavy rain. “Mother Nature was really kind, she gave us a nice sunny day with only a gentle breeze, which made for a perfect […]

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Residents urged to be aware of mould impacts after floods This roof leak went unnoticed until the heaviest rains fell, again using wood as transmission to the lowest point.
Health, Regional

Residents urged to be aware of mould impacts after floods

AS the flood clean-up begins across the Mid North Coast, residents are urged to be aware of the impacts of mould. Mould loves moisture and poorly-lit areas that lack decent ventilation, such as walls or wallpaper, ceilings, bathroom tiles, carpets, insulation material and wood. NSW Health states that most health problems caused by mould are […]

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Tiga Cross from Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary makes Tour Guide finals Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary manager Tiga Cross engaging with visitors.
Community

Tiga Cross from Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary makes Tour Guide finals

Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary manager Tiga Cross engaging with visitors. Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary manager Tiga Cross engaging with visitors. Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary manager Tiga Cross engaging with visitors. COFFS Coast Wildlife Sanctuary manager Tiga Cross has been named one of eight finalists for the NSW Tourism Association’s Top Tour Guide award. This is […]

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‘Long road’ to flood recovery on the Coffs Coast NSW SES Coffs Harbour volunteers made the journey south to Kempsey to support recovery efforts. Photo: Coffs Harbour SES.
Local News

‘Long road’ to flood recovery on the Coffs Coast

NSW SES Coffs Harbour volunteers made the journey south to Kempsey to support recovery efforts. Photo: Coffs Harbour SES. Drivers were implored not to risk driving through floodwaters. Photo: Coffs Harbour SES. SES volunteers respond to incidents across the Coffs Coast. Photos: SES. SES volunteers respond to incidents across the Coffs Coast. Photos: SES. SES […]

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Renewed calls for alternate route to Dorrigo Plateau Bellingen Shire Mayor Steve Allan and Port Macquarie-Hastings Mayor Adam Roberts meet with Roads Minister Jenny Aitchison.
Local News

Renewed calls for alternate route to Dorrigo Plateau

BELLINGEN Shire Council is ramping up its call for urgent action on a viable alternative route for Waterfall Way, following a third major landslip in two months. On Tuesday 13 May, Waterfall Way was closed at Gordonville Cutting due to a landslip, limiting vehicle access to Dorrigo and surrounding Plateau communities. Motorists were left to […]

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Freemasons support The Uniting Church Soupie Freemason Brother Stan Gordon, Joe Roach, co-ordinator of the soup kitchen Phil Crofts, Peter Ratcliff and Geoff Meehan making a presentation to the Soup Place, on behalf of Masonic Lodges in the Coffs Clarence area.
Local News

Freemasons support The Uniting Church Soupie

MEMBERS of the Coffs Harbour and Sawtell Masonic Lodges have donated goods to the Uniting Church Soup Place. “We provided them with packages of food and other items that can be used for crisis packs for those suffering homelessness and hardship,” Brother Stan Gordon told News Of The Area. The Coffs Harbour Soup Kitchen, also […]

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National Road Safety Awareness Week commemorated at Coffs Harbour
Local News

National Road Safety Awareness Week commemorated at Coffs Harbour

THE Coffs Coast community commemorated National Road Safety Week (NRSW) with a solemn ceremony at the North Coast Regional Botanic Garden on Thursday 15 May. Organised by the City of Coffs Harbour, the ceremony was held alongside a yellow-flowering Remembrance Garden, where guests could write the name of a loved one on a tribute ribbon. […]

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