Bellingen Swim Centre. Photo: BSC.
REFRESHED lane markings and updated pool furniture are in place at Bellingen and Dorrigo pools, which have thrown open the gates for the 2026-27 summer season. “We have been preparing both swim centres for reopening, including refreshing lane markings, updating pool furniture and generally tidying other areas around the pools,” said Brad Paterson, Community Aquatics […]
A logging truck was brought to a standstill. Photo: Supplied.
BELLINGEN’S main street was blocked on Wednesday 7 October, by a group of young protesters. The protest coincided with the opening of the 2026 National Forestry Symposium in Canberra, where officials, government bodies and organisations gathered to discuss “social license” and “effective engagement” within the forestry industry. The protesters, self-named forest defenders, stopped traffic on […]
Transgrid's bushfire prevention helicopter patrols. Photo: Supplied.
WITH much of Australia bracing for heightened bushfire danger this summer and authorities calling for early preparations for the season ahead, Transgrid has completed its bushfire prevention throughout NSW. Transgrid’s transmission network spans 12,200km and its prevention work included extensive surveys, inspections and preventative maintenance. About half of Transgrid’s annual maintenance expenditure is directed to […]
BRUCE Weir, who was at the initial announcement of the Jetty Foreshores revitalisation proposal and has actively campaigned against it ever since, has launched another scathing Facebook attack on local and state government officials. “A decision on the foreshores is done and dusted,” Mr Weir wrote. “Despite not one senior bureaucrat or Government Minister ever […]
Coffs Harbour fly-fisherman Allan Erkert briefs the women on the day’s program.
Coffs Harbour fly-fisherman Allan Erkert briefs the women on the day’s program. Camaraderie flourishes during the Fly-Casting Day. Each participant is buddied up with an experienced fly-fisher, here it’s Warren Anderson. A FREE Fly-Casting Day for women who have experienced breast cancer is open to applications for its annual event, which will be held on […]
From left, City of Coffs Harbour General Manager Murray Wood, Mayor Nikki Williams, Economic Development and Tourism Section Leader Nicole McLennan, Sector Development Coordinator Lewis Belling, State Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh, and Business NSW Mid North Coast Regional Director Rod Barnaby.
A COLLABORATIVE marketing initiative led by the City of Coffs Harbour was recognised with a major trophy at the 2026 Business NSW Mid North Coast Regional Business Awards. Hosted in Coffs Harbour for the first time, the Coffs Coast Aviation Partnership & Regional Visitor Economy Collective entry took out top prize in the Outstanding Visitor […]
Rotary District Governor Shane Burette congratulates award finalist Lorraine Penn.
Rotary District Governor Shane Burette congratulates award finalist Lorraine Penn. Rotary Inspirational Women’s Awards finalist Lorraine Penn, from Coffs Harbour. LORRAINE Penn, career advocate and long-time volunteer for positive reforms in women’s and mother’s issues, founder of Coffs Harbour Older Women’s Network, has been named a finalist in the Rotary Inspirational Women’s Awards (RIWA). On […]
When Kadabra was found, the team thought she had already passed away. Photo: Ryan Pereira. It took five people to carry the 100kg turtle onto the beach. Photo: Althea Guinsberg. After a month of critical care, Kadabra was released back into the ocean. Photo: Althea Guinsberg. KADABRA, the green sea turtle, has been released back […]
AWU National Secretary Paul Farrow explained the tough measures the union is taking to help stop the exploitation.
AWU National Secretary Paul Farrow explained the tough measures the union is taking to help stop the exploitation. The community was out in force to show support for farm workers. AROUND 200 people packed a forum at Cavanbah Hall recently with a clear message that the people who pick our fruit and vegetables deserve to […]
A Comb-crested Jacana at home in the Cattai Wetlands. Photo: MidCoast Council.
ONE of the Myall Coast’s most valued natural attractions, the Cattai Wetlands and its iconic boardwalk network, has reopened following an extended closure brought about by significant damage during the May 2025 flood event. Following the successful completion of repair works, the boardwalks are now safe and accessible, allowing residents and visitors to once again […]
