THE ORARA Valley Community Hub Action Plan was officially introduced to the public at the Glenreagh markets on Saturday 4 November. The Action Plan represents the culmination of a six-month process involving engagement and consultation with the Orara Valley community…
THE first of its kind to be held in Coffs Harbour, Saturday’s International Food and Dance Festival well and truly lived up to the hype. With a theme of ‘A bright light in a worried world’, 240 locals and their…
A FABULOUS Melbourne Cup lunch in support of Legacy took place at the delightful, ocean-view Rattle Restaurant, Emerald Beach on cup day. A splendid gathering of smartly turned-out Coffs Coast folks were treated to a gourmet Rattle platter menu, including…
CHEERS of “Hear! Hear!” emanated out from those gathered at the annual Coffs Harbour Regional Landcare Awards last week, with many dedicated volunteers recognised for their multi-layered work for various Landcare groups. Almost 80 members and visitors attended the presentation…
TWO photographers from Coffs Harbour have been named as finalists in the Your Health Link National Photographic Competition. More than 900 entries from across Australia have been narrowed down to a strong field of finalists across four categories: high school,…
BEGINNING with just fifteen students, the Giingana Gumbaynggirr Freedom School (GGFS) is finishing its second year with 53 Aboriginal students and has 72 enrolled for next year, with a waiting list. The school is now seeking partners to support the…
104.1 CHY FM will celebrate 50 years of broadcasting on Friday 1 December with a Movie On The Lawn event at the Woolgoolga Brewery. Live music from local band The Jam Jar will open the evening’s entertainment. Advertise with News…
THE Great Southern BioBlitz (GSB) is back for its fourth year, with the local region gearing up to make the most of this citizen science flora, fauna, fish and fungi data recording project. The goal is to encourage awareness and…
ARTISTS in the Garden (AITG) is taking a break as the directors review the event format. A free and inclusive art experience, with all forms of artistic expression welcomed, AITG has been enthusiastically supported by the community since its inception.…
AFTER an alleged sexual assault last Friday, the community of Little Arrawarra claims a number of incidents have occurred which have them concerned for their safety. About 7.30pm on Friday, November 10, officers attached to Coffs/Clarence Police District commenced an…