Sister Anne Henson’s book invites readers to reflect on matters that give meaning to life. The bound collection of Sister Anne’s thoughtful essays. NINETY-FIVE-year-old Coffs Harbour resident Sister Anne Henson has written her first book, “Subjects Matter: Topics to Consider in Our Search for Meaning”. In the easy-to-read anthology of 39 short articles, Sister Anne […]

An unknown species of Dragon Springtail (Acanthanura sp) from Dorrigo rainforest. Cercophonius squama, the Forest Scorpion, seen in Woolgoolga rainforest. THE Great Southern BioBlitz (GSB) is in full swing, starting at midnight on Friday 24 October and going through until Monday night, 27 October. The GSB calls the community and scientists to work together to […]

GAMBLEAWARE Week is running from 20–26 October to remind the community to pause and reflect on the real impact of gambling harm. With the theme “There’s More to Lose Than Money”, the campaign shows how gambling affects more than finances, it also affects relationships, health, and overall wellbeing. Across the Mid and Northern NSW region, […]

COFFS Harbour Older Women’s Network (CHOWN) is celebrating five years of delivering meaningful and engaging events and social connections through its objectives of being an advocate for change and empowering and building resilience in a changing world. A celebration event will take place on Wednesday 12 November at Shoreline’s Pavilion Room, from 10am to Noon, […]

ALL roads lead to Yarrila Place on Saturday, 11 October for three-hours of hands-on and free entertainment. The Spring Family Fun Day includes a smorgasbord of fun activities perfect for children of all ages and young families. “There’s always so much to do in Coffs Harbour but this special event will well and truly be […]

NATIONAL Carers Weeks begins on Sunday 12 October with local landmarks across NSW to be bathed in blue. The Big Banana in Coffs Harbour will beam in blue as will the Macksville Bridge. Marking the beginning of National Carers Week (12-18 October 2025) the lightings celebrate the 958,500 people who provide care to a family […]

Volunteer water sample collectors for the Macro Muster. Macro Muster is a free hands-on citizen science event collecting data to track the health of three local rivers. Macro Muster is a free hands-on citizen science event collecting data to track the health of three local rivers. Macro Muster is a free hands-on citizen science event […]

A selection of knitwear by Maxine Kohlhagen. Fiber art work by Yvonne Smith. Fabric items by Marion Crear. Pen-and-wash artwork by Ivinnie Brown. THE Combined Art & Craft Group are back hosting an exhibition at the Botanic Garden in Coffs Harbour from Sunday 28 September to Sunday 5 October, opening daily from 9.30am to 3pm.  […]