THE outrageously spectacular costumes that have enchanted audiences in Coffs Harbour for the past two months will be brought to life for the public in two special theatrical performances. It is part of a live extension of the ESSSENSSSE exhibition by HOSSEI at the City of Coffs Harbour’s Yarrila Arts and Museum (YAM). Two free […]

Dolphin friendships can last decades­ – they surf waves together, rest side-by-side and build deep, stable alliances that look remarkably like human relationships. Photos: Dr Simon Allen, Shark Bay Dolphin Research. Dolphin friendships can last decades­ – they surf waves together, rest side-by-side and build deep, stable alliances that look remarkably like human relationships. Photos: […]

ARTS Mid North Coast has launched “Shared Practice”, an 18-month regional artist development program designed to support emerging and mid-career visual artists. The program connects local artists with experienced mentors to foster professional growth, artistic exploration, and community engagement. Through mentoring, group sessions, and creative development, participants will have the opportunity to gain fresh perspectives, […]

LOCAL Land Services is inviting community members and landholders to attend a feral deer information session to learn more about the growing impact of feral deer in the Coffs Harbour, Orara Valley, Sandy Beach and Woolgoolga areas. Feral deer are becoming an increasing concern, damaging native vegetation, threatening wildlife, and reducing agricultural productivity. The sessions […]

PUBLIC consultation has now opened to inform a Draft Park Beach Movement & Place Plan. The draft plan will include: ● A vision for the future of Park Beach and guiding principles to achieve that ambition ● Ideas for safer, more functional streets and more options for moving around ● Options for more diverse housing […]

Larry Langman and Mayor Nikki Williams. Life Member Barry Powells (centre) with Cr Cassell and Mayor Williams. COFFS Harbour Regional Landcare (CHRL) has awarded Life Membership to long-time past President Barry Powells and to 20-year landcarer Larry Langman. Mr Powells has made an outstanding contribution to Landcare in the Coffs Harbour region through his long-standing […]

A DRAFT Coastal Management Program (CMP) for the Central Coffs Estuaries is now on public exhibition until 26 November. The CMP looks at the threats and opportunities for the coastal zone of Moonee Creek, Pine Brush Creek, Jordans Creek, Coffs Creek and Boambee/Newports Creek. At its meeting on 23 October, City of Coffs Harbour Council […]

Cockspur coral tree. Long-leaf willow primrose. INVASIVE plants like Cockspur Coral Tree, Seeded Banana and Long Leaf Willow Primrose will set seeds and spread throughout the region in coming months, posing threats to native vegetation, local waterways and biodiversity. New warning signs can be seen in Urunga, Fernmount, Thora and Darkwood, as Bellingen Shire Council […]

THE Coffs Harbour Women’s Health Centre, operated by Health Voyage, celebrated Women’s Health Week 2025 from 1-5 September. It organised a series of events designed to bring women together, share knowledge, foster connections, and promote wellbeing at every stage of life. Starting off the week was a talk entitled “How to talk to your kids […]

COFFS Harbour Kart Racing Club members and the wider community have come together trackside to celebrate the grand opening of newly upgraded facilities. Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said it was an important moment for the hardworking Club members who have brought the project to fruition. “This new facility is now the nation’s best […]