RESIDENTS of the Coffs Harbour LGA are invited to share their views on a proposal to change the frequency of Council meetings from twice monthly to once a month. Currently Ordinary Council meetings are generally held on the second and fourth Thursday of each month from February to December. Under the proposed change, the Council […]
Contract awarded for next stage of Bellingen Shire sewer project
A $5.2 MILLION contract has been awarded to Ledonne Construction Pty Ltd for the construction of the Raleigh and Mylestom Sewer Pump Stations and Sewer Mains as part of Phase 2 of Bellingen Shire’s Sewering Coastal Villages Project. The project is funded through more than $11 million from the NSW Government’s Safe and Secure Water […]
In-step: Nationals deputy Kevin Hogan, leader David Littleproud and Senate leader Bridget McKenzie. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS.
Climate target not safe after Nationals leadership vote
DAVID Littleproud has retained his position as leader of the Nationals following a challenge over climate policy but has refused to say whether the party remains committed to net-zero emissions by 2050. The rural party’s MPs and senators on Monday re-elected Mr Littleproud and backed Kevin Hogan as deputy leader. Queensland senator Matt Canavan failed […]
Businesses take their support of the GKNP to Parliament
THE number of businesses declaring their support for a Great Koala National Park (GKNP) has risen to more than 200 in the wake of a recent gathering at the Jetty Beach House. An open letter from 100 of these businesses has been delivered to Parliament by Kevin Doye and Lindy Davis, who were joined by […]
Antimony exploration opposed as a danger to drinking water
CONCERNED community groups will hold a community meeting on Friday, 31 May to discuss the issue of antimony mining on the Dorrigo Plateau. The meeting will be convened by the Bellingen Environment Centre, the Blicks River Guardians and Lock the Gate Nambucca Valley. Antimony is a valuable component in various manufacturing processes such as flame […]
Dads in Distress group restarted in Coffs Harbour
THE Dads in Distress group is restarting in Coffs Harbour after a few years’ lapse. Founder Tony Miller OAM, is stepping back into the role of facilitator and holding weekly meetings every Tuesday night from 6pm-10pm in the Pioneer Cottage at Coffs Harbour Showground. Dads in Distress supports dads experiencing trauma through family breakdown and […]
Bishop Druitt College teacher wins Rising Star award
KALI Rouillon, a primary school teacher at Bishop Druitt College (BDC) Coffs Harbour, has been awarded “The Educator” Rising Stars and School Leadership Award. The award recognises teachers aged 35 or younger working in a role related to the K–12 education sector, who have demonstrated effective leadership, innovation, and achievement in their career to date. […]
Cr Ellie Tree steps down from Bellingen Shire Council
BELLINGEN Shire Council has accepted the resignation of councillor and Deputy Mayor Ellie Tree. In 2021, Cr Tree made history as the youngest councillor ever elected to Bellingen Shire Council. “Being a councillor has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life,” said Cr Tree. “I immersed myself fully in this role with […]
The winning Holden Torana 1977 LX SL-5000 owned by Travis Sullivan, being marked by one of the judges.
Convoy of Torana’s at Coffs Harbour’s National Holden Museum
The winning Holden Torana 1977 LX SL-5000 owned by Travis Sullivan, being marked by one of the judges. Holden Torana Yellow XU1 and a Sandman. Visitors, participants and judges attended Torana Day at the National Holden Museum. Visitors, participants and judges attended Torana Day at the National Holden Museum. Torana car winner Travis Sullivan, friend […]
Sawtell Beach access in limbo due to erosion
SAWTELL residents are wondering when and how they will be able to access the beach safely. Weeks before Cyclone Alfred, the Murrays Beach stairs were closed for “emergency repairs”. They remain closed while Sawtell beach, like much of the Coffs Coast, has been smashed by recent weather. The life saving tower has been removed and […]
