COMMUNITY leader and cultural champion Lesley Schoer is the 2025 Coffs Harbour Electorate “Local Woman of the Year”. Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said Lesley was awarded the prestigious honour in recognition of her significant work and strong leadership…
THE Summer Beach Hop on 15 and 16 March, showcasing classic cars and hot rods alongside live music and dancing, was a rip roaring success. Now in its sixth year, the retro event introduced three new activities on Saturday. Advertise…
ORGANISERS of the Coffs Coast Ocean Swims on Sunday 6 April, are introducing an inclusive swimming option for all abilities. The 300m course will be adapted for children who need to have a break along the way. Advertise with News…
A MASS flood rescue readiness exercise across NSW last month, meant SES crews were trained and ready as Cyclone Alfred approached. “We were well prepared, but all the work we’ve done in recent months in educating the community to get…
THE City of Coffs Harbour is being proactive in improving public safety at local beaches by applying for funding for shark bite kits. Councillor Jonathan Cassell moved a motion at the 13 March Council meeting to direct the City to…
CITY of Coffs Harbour Council has appointed six community members to the Yandaarra Aboriginal Advisory Committee. The committee is a conduit between the Council and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and plays an integral role in the annual…
WATCHOUT Training and Traffic Control (WTTC) has workers stationed on Waterfall Way due to land slips from Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. The traffic controllers said the residents of Dorrigo have been generous and helpful, which has made being on duty in…
BEYOND the Badge will be in Coffs Harbour in April to deliver a free two-day training program for veterans and first responders who are considering a new career. The event will be at C.ex Coffs on 29-30 April and is…
BOOKFEST is back and the Rotary Club of Coffs Harbour says it is shaping up to be a record year. The popular week-long fundraiser starts tomorrow, Saturday 15 March, and will run daily until 22 March at the Norm Jordan…
THE Coffs Harbour and District Surf Riders “Old Boys n’ Gals Reunion Celebration 1965-1985” is scheduled for the evening of 5 April at the Greenhouse Tavern. The event builds on the recent interest and success generated by the “Swell Chasers…