THE City of Coffs Harbour (City) has invited the community to provide feedback on its draft Delivery Program (2025-2029) and Operational Plan (FY 25/26). The Delivery Program and Operational Plan set out the City’s key projects and activities over the Council’s four-year term. Capital asset projects of almost $64 million are contained within the draft […]
A NEW study by the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) has found a significant decline in the number of young people aged 10 to 13 years found guilty of a criminal offence in NSW, following a landmark High Court of Australia decision in 2016. The decision in the case of RP v […]
Lifeline North Coast volunteers.
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 […]
The prime minister has played down internal divisions as he unveiled his new-look ministry. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS.
The prime minister has played down internal divisions as he unveiled his new-look ministry. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS. Tanya Plibersek during the Federal election campaign. Photo: AAP Image/Lukas Coch. ANTHONY Albanese has dumped Tanya Plibersek from her environment portfolio as part of a shake-up of his ministry. The prime minister played down internal divisions following […]
The 13-metre motorboat was tracked off the NSW coast before being intercepted. Photo: NSW Police.
More than a thousand blocks of cocaine were found on a motorboat off the NSW coast. Photo: NSW Police. Two men were arrested on the vessel and another three men were nabbed on shore. Photo: NSW Police. The 13-metre motorboat was tracked off the NSW coast before being intercepted. Photo: NSW Police. A BOAT bought […]
NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb has denied she was pushed out of the top job. Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS.
AN outgoing police chief has batted away suggestions she was pushed from her role, as taxpayers foot a hefty bill for a replacement. NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb announced last week she will retire in September after a three-year stint as the first woman to lead the force. An interim commissioner has also been appointed […]
A PARLIAMENTARY inquiry was established on 7 May to report on the illegal tobacco trade in New South Wales. Among a broad remit, the committee will inquire into links between organised crime syndicates and tobacconists, and the utilisation of money laundering schemes by tobacconists. The inquiry will also explore the impact of the illegal tobacco […]
Lantana along protective fencing is being cleared. Photo: TfNSW.
IN GOOD news for local koalas, Transport for NSW (TfNSW) has confirmed that repairs and maintenance of koala fencing along the freeway near Repton is well underway. A spokesperson said that TfNSW takes the protection of koalas very seriously and takes every reasonable measure to ensure their wellbeing. He said that, during the development of […]
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 […]
The endangered Swamp Orchid is protected at the Botanic Garden.
The Powerful Owl, a threatened species living in the Botanic Gardens. The endangered Swamp Orchid is protected at the Botanic Garden. THE Friends of the Botanic Gardens in Coffs Harbour are embracing the theme of Botanic Gardens Week, 19–25 May, with a series of free visitor activities in line with the powerful message, “Guardians of […]
