CATTLE producers need to work closely with neighbouring properties to ensure they understand what products are being sprayed and when before selling cattle. This is the advice from the Integrity Systems Company (ISC), which manages the vendor declarations for Australia’s…
WHAT might have been a straightforward grant of $60,000 to the Bunker Cartoon Gallery has been delayed because five City of Coffs Harbour councillors received electoral funding from a gallery board member. While this sounds contentious, the councillors all declared…
LOCATED opposite the bustling boat terminals at D’Albora Marina in Nelson Bay is a quiet sanctuary of art, sculpture, expression and visual collaboration called the Artisan Collection. Each month, a dedicated space within the gallery, aptly named “The Alcove”, hosts…
A CONTROVERSIAL proposal for a large-scale apartment complex on Sanderling Avenue, Hawks Nest has been declared a State Significant Development (SSD), potentially fast-tracking its delivery. The Hawks Nest development was one of 18 housing proposals across NSW the…
THE Reflections Rod Run is set to bring dozens of custom cars to the Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest area later this month. From 14 to 16 March, more than 70 hot rods and vintage cars will call the area…
YOUNG people are being invited to explore innovative programs for their creative and social development at Nambucca Valley Phoenix in Bowraville. The community organisation offers a comprehensive program of workshops and classes for young people facilitated by professional staff. Advertise…
MORE than 400 community members gathered to demonstrate their continuing opposition to the State Government’s Jetty Foreshore revitalisation plan on Saturday, 22 February. In attendance were City of Coffs Harbour councillors Paul Amos, Tony Judge and Jonathan Cassell, and representatives…
A SENIORS Services Expo and facility tour will be held at the Bellingen Memorial Hall on Thursday, 6 March. This event will provide attendees a unique opportunity to explore the venue’s enhanced facilities, enjoy a complimentary morning tea and connect…
THE State Government says its ‘Low and Mid-Rise’ housing policy is set to deliver 112,000 homes across New South Wales over the next five years. The new reforms change planning controls within 800 metres, or a 10-minute walk, around 171…
AUTOMOBILE enthusiasts from the Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Motor Club have showcased their four-wheeled pride and joys ahead of next month’s Motorfest. The event on Saturday 8 March is gearing up to be bigger and better than ever with more…