’Game changer’: Northern Rivers Rail Trail on track to completion
Two North Coast councils have joined forces to fast-track the completion of the long-awaited Northern Rivers Rail Trail.
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‘Critical survival point’: NSW’s largest koala hospitals unite
Three prominent wildlife conservation and rehabilitation organisations have joined forces to form the NSW Koala Hospital Alliance. Here’s what is means for our koalas.
Popular cafe slapped over bizarre dining experience
A regional council has run afoul of an adored “chook cafe” after banning free ranging chickens from accessing dining areas. Here is what happened.
‘My heart bleeds’: Outpouring of grief after shock mountain smash
Grief has rippled through the Coffs and Mid-North Coast after a well-known motorbike rider and a teenage girl tragically died in a harrowing crash. Here’s what we know.
Man hit with online child grooming charge
A Coffs Harbour man has been arrested and charged with child grooming. Police are alleging he was contacting a person he believed to be 13-years-old for sex. Here’s what we know.
Held to ransom: Claims iconic jetty a pawn in power struggle
One of the state’s most iconic jetties could soon fall into disrepair as the NSW government and Coffs council lock horns over the future of the key regional city. Here’s the latest.
‘Ambushing our community’: Mayor slams foreshore progress
The tussle over the future of a prized parcel of waterfront land shows no signs of easing after the Coffs Harbour mayor hit out at the project’s latest developments.
Carparking suspended as Bluesfest turns into a mud bowl
Parking at Byron’s Bluesfest has been suspended after the weather transformed most carparks into muddy messes. One woman says it has prevented her taking her wheelchair-bound son to the show.
‘Never give up’: Disabled surfers smash it at adaptive surf contest
An inspiring North Coast disabled boardrider joined more than 120 surfers from 16 countries at Byron Bay for the Australian Pro Adaptive Surfing Championships. Check out the video.
Man rushed interstate after nasty tree plunge
A Mid-North Coast man has been choppered interstate with leg injuries requiring treatment by critical care paramedics after falling from a tree. Here’s the latest.
Freebird: Annual ride keeps rescue chopper sky-high
North Coast cycling enthusiasts keen for the challenge have tackled a 300km-plus stretch in just five days – raising funds to keep the Westpac Life Saver Helicopter in the air. See the photos
Man dies in Mid North Coast crash
A 76-year-old man could not be revived after he crashed into a tree on the states Mid North Coast. Here is what we know.
Coffs Harbour’s cutest dogs competition 2024: Cast your vote
We asked readers to help us find the cutest dog on the Coffs Coast. See if your pet made the list and cast your vote here.
Country v City: Young cricketers prepare for battle
Young elite cricketers from the Mid-North and North Coast will be on show when a decades-long rivalry between city and country comes to a head again this weekend.
Slick cars en route destroyed in hwy truck fire
A truck fire that engulfed three shiny new cars on its trailer and smoked out the rest brought traffic to a standstill on the Mid North Coast. Here’s the details.
Search ends for paddleboarders in state’s north
Strong winds and a large swell hampered efforts in the desperate search for two paddleboarders off the coast at Nambucca Heads. Here’s the latest as the search ends.
Heroes flex rescue muscles in flood prep exercise
Marine Rescue units from across the state will be flexing their rescue muscles in a joint operation to test their preparedness for future flood disasters. Here is what’s planned.
Firey keen to ‘open more doors’ for female firefighters
A North Coast firey is following her grandfathers, fathers, and uncles footsteps as the first female firey in her family following her dream to lead and protect her community. Here’s her story.
Saleyard stoush ends to bring beef back to Casino
The largest and busiest cattle saleyard in Northern Rivers will host its first sale this week after a seven-month standoff.
‘Toxic s–tshow’: Farmers speak out in cattle saleyard stoush
A Northern NSW council has copped backlash over its announcement of awarding the management tender of their multimillion dollar saleyards to a nation-wide saleyard service provider.
‘It changes you’: The NDIS worker and a boy wigged out by bugs
A Coffs Harbour man has been crowned one of Australia’s best disability support workers after helping a teenage boy once scared to venture outdoors. See how he’s made a world of difference.
First look: Mega art installations planned for Pacific Motorway
Large concrete walls on the $2.2 billion Coffs Bypass will be transformed into super-sized works of art under a draft design and landscape plan that is now open for public comment. See how they may look.
School kids railed against Misery Train
The opening of a railway station at Nambucca Heads 100 years ago heralded unprecedented change for the Coffs Coast. Now, long-time locals are set to gather to celebrate and swap tales. Find out more.
Vote now: Coffs Coast’s best personal trainer
Nominations have rolled in and now it’s time to lodge your vote for the top PT on the Coffs Coast. Who do you think should get the nod?
Mini Sydney Royal keeps it real in high country | Gallery
Pluto pups, burly axe men and farm animals proud set the scene for the final agricultural show on the North Coast for 2023 at Dorrigo Showgrounds west of Coffs Harbour today. See all the photos.
School kids railed against Misery Train
The opening of a railway station at Nambucca Heads 100 years ago heralded unprecedented change for the Coffs Coast. Now, long-time locals are set to gather to celebrate and swap tales. Find out more.
Vote now: Coffs Coast’s best personal trainer
Nominations have rolled in and now it’s time to lodge your vote for the top PT on the Coffs Coast. Who do you think should get the nod?
Mini Sydney Royal keeps it real in high country | Gallery
Pluto pups, burly axe men and farm animals proud set the scene for the final agricultural show on the North Coast for 2023 at Dorrigo Showgrounds west of Coffs Harbour today. See all the photos.
Tradition held tight at 2023 Dorrigo Show | Photos
This year’s Dorrigo Show in the high country above Coffs Harbour has remained as honest and rich as the red dirt underneath in the renowned cattle country west of Coffs Harbour. See the gallery
FULL LIST: Coffs Coast’s fastest growing schools
Enrolment numbers at schools across the Coffs Coast reveal which institutions are in demand, and the schools where numbers have been lost. See the complete list and how your school fared.
Beloved Coffs theme park saved – and so are the animals
A young mum took matters into her own hands when she realised a “knight in shining armour” wasn’t coming to save Coffs Harbour’s troubled Dolphin Marine Conservation Park. Now, the park is set to expand.
City doubles down on regional NSW’s Barangaroo
City of Coffs Harbour has pitched money and a land swap with the state in a bid to defuse a stand-off over the prized Jetty Foreshores green space – but the local MP has slammed the deal. See what’s on the table.
Cronulla Sharks lock in 2024 Coffs NRL game
The Cronulla Sharks are circling for another bite at Coffs Harbour as they and other national sports franchises look to build their presence in the regional city. Read why.
Regional NSW city pulls financial rabbit out of hat
The oxygen has been sucked out of social media rumours that Coffs Harbour is broke – the city has revealed a staggering operational surplus. Here’s how it came to be.
Bus run boost a fare go for regional NSW cities
Extra bus services are rolling out in 16 key regional cities, including more than 200 extra runs at Coffs Harbour, where public transport demand has been driven by Sydney sea-changers.
Wet relief for drought-stricken burning Northern NSW
Patchy rain and cooler conditions have helped firefighting efforts across Northern NSW – but dry lightning strikes have brought fresh ignitions. Here’s the latest.
Named: Your pick for Coffs Coast’s cutest baby
After dozens of nominations, votes and a whole lot of cuteness, the winner of Coffs Coast’s cutest bub competition 2023 has been announced. Meet little Madix.
‘Flying start’: Controversial cultural centre a crowded house
The surging regional city of Coffs Harbour has found an $82m pick-me-up seemingly bigger than its annual NRL clash, as booming crowds reveal a hunger for cultural attractions.
Beach city’s bold play for homes new buyers can actually afford
Coffs Harbour is at the pinch-point of a state affordable housing shortage, prompting the fast-growing seaside city to think outside the box to help people into the market.
Vote now: Coffs Coast’s cutest babies
Proud Coffs parents have nominated dozens of adorable bubs to be in the running for the title of the region’s cutest baby for 2023. See all the nominations and cast your vote here.
Yes campaigners pin faith on ‘the new Coffs’
With just days remaining until the Voice referendum, the ‘Yes’ camp on the Coffs Coast remains upbeat – despite polling indicating the question will be rejected. See why.
‘Everything’s on the table’ as yacht club charts joint venture
The 50-year-old Coffs Harbour Yacht Club is seeking expressions of interest to redevelop arguably the most coveted oceanside site in the city. Here’s the latest.
A visual walk-through of Yarrila Place, Coffs Harbour
From the punters to the Prime Minister, Yarrila Place won plenty of fans at its grand opening on September 16, 2023. SEE THE PHOTOS.
‘Vision and courage’: Albo bewitched by daring city | PHOTOS
Concerns of ugly protests were allayed as a massive, appreciative and gobsmacked crowd turned out for a community walk-through of Coffs Harbour’s new cultural and civic space, opened this morning by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
PM Albo to open regional city’s grand ambition
Just like Sydney’s Opera House, Coffs Harbour’s dream to build a cutting edge building to celebrate culture has been dogged by debate. But the nerves and vision have held – and tomorrow Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will cut the tape.
First look: Country NSW’s edgiest cafe
Coffs Harbour’s $80m-plus civic centre – open for the first time for public inspection this weekend – will feature a keyed-up 2D cafe where the only things to stand out are the food and the punters. See what’s planned.
Logging ban shock as NSW warns of koala extinction
The NSW government has sensationally announced an immediate end to logging at a number of areas around Coffs Harbour as it pushes ahead with contentious plans to create a Great Koala National Park. See the latest.
How coastal paradise is gearing up for next inferno
Millions of dollars will be pumped into a RSL club in a Mid-North Coast community surrounded by a ring of fires at the weekend. See what’s planned.
‘Hard to understand’: Race of their lives for the mate who lost his
Grief rippled through the Coffs Coast when Eden, the son of NSW politician Jeremy Buckingham, took his own life. Now, two of his best mates are taking on a massive feat in his memory.
Explosions to rock North Coast boom town
Coffs Harbour will reverberate to the sounds of sirens and explosions for the next year as the gloves come off to build the long awaited highway bypass of the city.
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