500 frogs could find new home in Coffs Harbour frogarium
The excitement was short lived when the world’s first frogarium right here in Coffs Harbour had to close less than a year after opening. See what went wrong and what new plans are underway.
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On hold for 13 hours: ‘crazy’ quest for flight refund
In his quest to get a refund on a cancelled business flight from Sydney to Coffs Harbour, Carl Garson once spent 13 hours on hold, and he is still waiting.
Not again: More EPA fines for construction company
The company behind a major sporting complex on the Coffs Coast has been issued with another fine after an uncontrolled flow of dirty water was found running from the site.
F*** that’s low: mystery chopper buzzes roads and trees
‘It scared the hell out of me; it looked like it was out of control.’ A low-flying chopper got people talking on the Coffs Coast and we’ve approached various authorities to try and find out what it was doing:
Claims the state ‘goofed up’ on rate calculation
‘It’s not our doing’ said one Councillor in relation to a pending rate rise but Coffs MP Gurmesh Singh says the Cultural and Civic Space could have something to do with it.
‘Bring the funk back’: Funding music and arts in Coffs
The rising cost of living paired with a crippling lockdown has subdued Coffs Harbour’s once thumping music scene. One man is on a mission to bring it back. Read it here
At risk youth find the light
A massive state grant could help prevent at risk youths from reoffending in Coffs Harbour. See the full story.
Gallery: Sikh Baisakhi Festival in Woolgoolga
See the pictures from a lively day in Woolgoolga as the Sikh community celebrated Baisakhi for the first time since 2019. See the pics here:
‘Fell in love with ice’: Coffs man’s hell and back journey
Jose Porcia’s ice recovery is a powerful reminder that drug addiction can happen to anyone at anytime. See how the Coffs Harbour man battled against all odds to turn things around.
Revealed: The influencers who run Byron Bay
From fashion designers to social media stars and celebrities, the relatively modest-sized town of Byron Bay has an outsized collection of highly influential residents. These are the top influencers in Byron.
Track and field superstars: Hayley and ‘Buzz’ have it in the blood
The Kitching family are no stranger to a gold medal. Hayley and Jade are leading the next generation of superstar runners, straight out of Coffs Harbour. See how their parents have propelled their successful careers.
BIG BUNDY TRIVIA: How many of these questions can you solve?
THINK you know all things Bundy? We’ve compiled an epic quiz to test your knowledge (don’t worry, all the answers are at the bottom).
Hot tips for renting with pets in Coffs Harbour
A real estate agent reveals the secret to finding a rental with your beloved pet. See the top tips for getting your next application approved.
How lockdown unleashed a Youtube sensation
Northern Rivers Youtuber ‘The Weedy Garden’ aka David Trood shares his experiences discovering the power of nature. Follow his extraordinary journey.
Vet’s heartbreaking rescue mission for flooded-in livestock
“It’s devastating to see so many dead animals”. A team of Coffs Harbour vets have boarded helicopters to find stranded livestock and save them from flood water.
Mega list: Our school leaders’ hopes for 2022
From young dive masters to sports champions, school leaders from across the North Coast region have shared their hopes for 2022. Meet the new year’s young legends from Tweed Heads to Lismore.
Ten of the best: Trail runs you didn’t know about on the Coffs Coast
Whether you’re just getting into running or consider yourself a seasoned veteran – this list of Coffs Harbour trails has you covered for hidden gems to check out on your next run.
Smiley Riley is Woolgoolga’s wonder boy
Riley Saban has cerebral palsy quadriplegia but his inspiring story is about helping others, sport and setting the bar high.
Four more Covid deaths but admissions decline
Four Covid-19 deaths have been reported in Ballina, Pottsville and Coffs Harbour overnight while hospitalisations across the region have declined.
Empty pews after church council sacked
In small communities churches are the town’s heartbeats. But the Glenreagh Anglican Church’s heart and soul has left the building as parishioners choose to desert their beloved church.
Gallery: Symphony for the senses at markets
It was a riot for the senses of colour, smell and sounds at the Bellingen Community Market on Saturday. See who was caught on camera.
Gallery: Find your face in the graduation crowd
It was party time for year six students at Bishop Druitt College as they celebrated their graduation. See all the photos here.
Health authorities respond to woman’s terrifying Covid ordeal
The North Coast woman has opened up about her family’s experience in the hopes of educating and preparing others for the unexpected battles they were never told about.
Police reveal further details about early morning highway crash
Crews are working to clean up debris from a Pacific Highway truck crash that has restricted traffic between Grafton and Coffs Harbour.
Gallery: North Coast rugby union teams go head to head
Eight men’s teams and six women’s teams competed against one another on Saturday in the hopes of one day winning the inaugural NSW Waratahs North Coast 7s.
Gallery: Sikh Baisakhi New Year 2022 in Woolgoolga
The Sikh community celebrated their lunar new year in Woolgoolga. See all the pics.
Flashback Gallery: North Coast’s showgirl winners over the years
The North Coast has a proud show history and has produced some worthy showgirl entrants over the years. See our mega gallery.
Graduation photos: celebrating diversity at Allegra
Imagine being a student who is bullied, neurodiverse, LGBTQI+ or living with anxiety or depression; for them every school year can be challenging.
Bellingen Community Markets gallery
A massive crowd turned out for some Christmas shopping at the Bellingen Community Markets.
Gallery: Coffs Harbour High year 12 formal
After a year like no other, Coffs Harbour High’s class of 2021 got dressed up to mark the end of an era with a glamorous evening full of gowns and flash suits. See the photos.
Gallery: Bishop Druitt College year 12 formal
It was a fitting close to what has been a long and uncertain journey of schooling over the past two years. Students and parents turned out in style:
Gallery: Relive the glitz and glamour in our formal flashback
With formal season fast approaching we take a trip down memory lane with our photo gallery. See who you recognise.
Gallery: Round 1 NSW Waratahs North Coast 7s
Eight men’s teams and six women’s teams competed against one another on Saturday in the hopes of one day winning the inaugural NSW Waratahs North Coast 7s. Check out all the action on and off the field.
Find your face at the Yamba River Markets
The Yamba River Markets were the place to be on Sunday with locals keen to grab something tasty to eat from the multiple food vans, or stock up on local products either grown or made right here on the NSW North Coast.
Mega gallery: Find your face at the Coffs Cup 2021
Were you at the Coffs Harbour Gold Cup? Check out all the photos from the day.
Music festival on the backburner as Covid cases climb
The announcement comes just as the music scene was opening up again on the Mid North Coast.
NSW Health confirms Coffs Harbour ‘venue of concern’
The Hoey Moey has been officially listed as an exposure site as others named in MP’s list remain open.
‘I’m glad it was me’: Shark bite surfer’s life-changing wave
Joe Hoffman is glad it was him bitten by a 3m great white shark and not a young grom, as his long road ahead becomes clearer.
Drivers reveal the worst roads on the Coffs Coast
From congestion chaos to pothole pain, locals have labelled these roads the worst in the region.
That’s what friends are for: fundraiser raises thousands
Coffs mothers Hannah Rowe and Sophie Bird first bonded over vintage clothes.
Spectacular lights festival set to hit the Coffs Coast
Organisers are asking Coffs locals to get their “glow on” for this COVID-safe event, which will feature LED installations, performers, street food and much more.
Pub meal takes unexpected turn for Woolgoolga man
An ordinary pub meal turned into a profitable night for one Woolgoolga man with an impressive Keno win. Club CEO Glenn Buckley said it follows another similar win.
‘Please, we need to know’: Town in meltdown over dramatic proposal
The actions of one romantic kept a Mid North Coast town on tenterhooks after his aerial move was witnessed by more than just the love of his life.
‘My son’s on trial’: Dad’s fight for gay son
PARENTS take to the streets with emotional letter calling on people to vote yes as they fight for their gay son’s rights.
Department issues statement on disturbing bullying reports
The Advocate understands as LGBTQI students met inside a classroom, other students banged on the door and directed homophobic remarks at those inside.
Mechanic reveals secret to keeping mice and rats out of your car
Mechanic Les Irving has plenty of horror stories to tell about rodent-damaged cars coming into his shop. But not all hope is lost with these two solutions.
Epic development just months away from completion
It wouldn’t look out of place in a bustling CBD, but where on the Coffs Coast will this stunning new building sit?
Housing charity still homeless one month on from eviction
Harbourside Housing and Homeless Hub still on the lookout for new premises as leader questions Nimby attitudes.
Small town with a big secret
The Mid North Coast Hinterland player won the first prize of $100,000 but is yet to claim the cash.
Disturbing reports of homophobic bullying prompts action
In a heartwarming show of solidarity, students at a Coffs Coast school rallied in support of their LGBTQI peers who had been subjected to homophobic bullying.
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