Sofia, Olli, Taro and Jorja.
Sofia, Olli, Taro and Jorja. Murilo during a send-off at his local Rotary Club. BELLINGEN Rotary has farewelled two outstanding international students who have completed their year-long exchange in the community through the District 9660 Rotary Youth Exchange Program (YEP). Taro Okamoto from Japan set off for home on Monday 21 July, and Sofia Escarcega […]
Woolgoolga-born actress Lucy Dunning.
Woolgoolga-born actress Lucy Dunning. Lucy Dunning with schoolmates at Woolgoolga High School. Lucy Dunning returns to Woolgoolga as a member of educational theatre company Poetry in Action. A WOOLGOOLGA-born actress is returning home later this month as part of Poetry in Action (PiA), a renowned, world-touring theatre company. Lucy Dunning was […]
Head of School at BDC Horizon Online Craig Verbruggen, with students.
BISHOP Druitt College (BDC) is among 800 individual exhibitors heading to Gunnedah in August for the 52nd AgQuip. Showcasing more than 2500 brands over three days from 19-21 August, AgQuip will see more than 50,000 visitors exploring and learning about many of the world’s biggest names in agriculture. They can watch live product demonstrations, check […]
Dr Allyson Wilson receives the Chancellor’s Medal at the SCU graduation ceremony.
Dr Allyson Wilson receives the Chancellor’s Medal at the SCU graduation ceremony. SCU’s Alumnus of the Year 2024 Jono Freeman at Club Active with a client. Graduating SCU student Thang Mang Mashinghlor with her family. THE achievements of more than 200 Southern Cross University (SCU) graduates were celebrated at the Coffs Harbour campus on Friday […]
A selection of BDC scholarship winners with Principal Simon Doyle.
FIFTY-TWO top-performing students have been awarded scholarships to attend Bishop Druitt College (BDC) in 2026 and beyond. The school stated that recipients reflect the region’s diverse community and scholarships were awarded to students from across the greater Coffs Coast. Students complete a rigorous application process, including endorsements from public referees, auditions or portfolios. This year, […]
Bishop Druitt College students and teachers preparing for the Brisbane Kokoda Endurance Event. SIXTY students from Year 6 to Year 11 at Bishop Druitt College (BDC) Coffs Harbour are preparing to take on the 2025 Brisbane Kokoda Challenge on 7 June. Far more than a physical test, the Kokoda Challenge is a journey of endurance, […]
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. […]
Ausgrid staff work to restore power to Port Stephens homes. Photo: supplied.
RESIDENTS of Port Stephens continue to clear debris and assess damage following major storms that hit multiple parts of NSW from Wednesday 15 January. Persistent, heavy rainfall, strong winds and extraordinary displays of lightning preceded power outages that affected more than 220,000 homes across the state, with more than 70,000 of those located in […]
