An aerial view of the Bellinger Valley. Photo: Council.
THE community can now provide feedback on a suite of Bellingen Shire’s key strategic and financial planning documents, following their endorsement for public exhibition. The draft documents set out how Council will plan, deliver and resource services and activities across the Shire. Following the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 15 April, the following documents are […]
Judith Jackson is a pillar of the community. Photo: supplied.
WOOLGOOLGA volunteer Judith “JuJu” Jackson has spent decades quietly strengthening her community, building connections and supporting others through some of life’s most challenging moments. Born in Melbourne, Judith moved to the Coffs Coast as a child. “It has always been home,” she said, reflecting on a lifetime shaped by community values and a strong family […]
The restored soldier cenotaph is back to its former glory in time for Anzac Day.
RESTORATION works on the Dorrigo War Memorial have been completed in time for upcoming Anzac Day services. The 104-year-old cenotaph was vandalised in April 2025, with two visitors to the area later convicted and sentenced to pay for repairs in July 2025. Bellingen Shire Mayor Steve Allan said the restoration marks an important outcome for […]
Rotarian Richard takes local ladies Noleen and Julie for a trike ride along the Nambucca River’s edge. Photo: supplied.
AFTER several years of taking residents from Autumn Lodge and Riverside Gardens on scenic trike rides, Nambucca Valley Rotary is now opening the experience to the wider community. Since 2019, Rotary volunteers have been taking aged care residents on rides around Macksville and along the V-Wall, giving many people the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors […]
The Nambucca Venturer Scouts team won ninth place at the Dragon Skin challenge.
The Nambucca Venturer Scouts team won ninth place at the Dragon Skin challenge. Nambucca Venturer Scouts at the Dragon Skin challenge. NAMBUCCA Venturer Scouts outdid themselves at the Dragon Skin adventure challenge held over the Easter long weekend in Belanglo State Forest. Dragon Skin is the premier event in the NSW Venturer Scout calendar, bringing […]
Able Seaman Brenton Knight from Australia's Federation Guard holds a photo of his great-great uncle, Private Victor Hardaker, at the Australian National Memorial in Villers-Bretonneux, France. Photo: SGT Jarrod McAneney.
FOR Able Seaman Brenton Knight, travelling to France for Anzac Day this year is not just a ceremonial duty, but the continuation of a legacy that was almost lost to history. More than a century ago, his great-great uncle, Private Victor Hardaker of the 28th Battalion, Australian Imperial Force, left his home on the north […]
RESIDENTS are being encouraged to have their say on the future of Scotts Head by completing the first survey for the Scotts Head Master Plan. The survey is open for feedback for three weeks and closes on 17 May. Nambucca Valley Council General Manager Bede Spannagle said the community would also have the opportunity to […]
About 100 community members came together for ShoreTrack’s Open Shed breakfast event on Thursday 16 April, creating the biggest morning circle its walls had ever seen. Photo: supplied.
ABOUT 100 people gathered at ShoreTrack on Thursday 16 April for the organisation’s Open Shed event, making it one of the largest gatherings held at the skills centre to date. The event brought together local businesses, industry representatives, community members and young people to experience ShoreTrack’s morning circle and learn more about the programs on […]
The centralised body will support existing local arrangements by coordinating resources and using technology to plan and deliver hazard reduction more efficiently across the state. Photo: NSW Government.
A NEW multi-agency taskforce has been launched to accelerate hazard reduction and better protect communities across NSW. Launched by the NSW Government, Taskforce Fire Guard will bring together fire agencies and land managers to strengthen coordination and prioritise high risk areas over the coming months. Operating from the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) State Operations […]
Mid North Coast Adult Volunteer of the Year Tania Hrbacek was represented at the 2025 award ceremony by Ulong Public School Principal Surinder Kaler (centre). Cowper MP Pat Conaghan and Port Macquarie MP Robert Dwyer presented the award.
IT’S time for people across the Mid North Coast to nominate family, friends or work mates for the 2026 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards, to help celebrate the enormous positive impact of volunteers across the state. The awards are in their 20th year and are run by The Centre for Volunteering to recognise the […]
