REFRESHED lane markings and updated pool furniture are in place at Bellingen and Dorrigo pools, which have thrown open the gates for the 2026-27 summer season. “We have been preparing both swim centres for reopening, including refreshing lane markings, updating pool furniture and generally tidying other areas around the pools,” said Brad Paterson, Community Aquatics […]
Good Time Charlie's Cafe’s Mia Morrison and Nambucca Police Sergeant Matthew Christensen enjoying some banter at last week’s Coffee with a Cop in Nambucca Heads. Photo: Supplied.
Coffee with a Cop builds two-way connections between police and residents in Nambucca Valley
Good Time Charlie’s Cafe’s Mia Morrison and Nambucca Police Sergeant Matthew Christensen enjoying some banter at last week’s Coffee with a Cop in Nambucca Heads. Photo: Supplied. Adding some cuteness at Coffee with a Cop in Nambucca Heads were dashing police dogs Bonnie and Pippa, supported by Kathleen and Jane-Lee. Photo: Supplied. A FREE cup […]
Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan visited 2NVR’s Tewinga Studios last week to share the good news. Pictured, from left, are 2NVR’s Paul Burns, Rachel Burns, Gary Biden, Elizabeth Newman, Lizzie Wait, Beverly Gibbs, Donna Collins, Pat Conaghan, Luise Pearson-Bearnoth, and Ion Newcombe. Photo: Mick Birtles.
Volunteer grant helps boost 2NVR’s connection to Nambucca Valley communities
VOLUNTEER organisations are the backbone of regional communities. For community radio station Nambucca Valley Radio 2NVR, a $3531 Federal Government grant will ensure it continues delivering its valuable service to local listeners. Member for Cowper, Pat Conaghan visited 2NVR’s Tewinga studios last week to announce the station’s successful Volunteer Grants Program 2025–2026 application, and to […]
Nambucca Valley Council invites residents to have their say on draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan
NAMBUCCA Valley Council (NVC) has drafted a plan charting its commitment to creating a more accessible and inclusive community. NVC Councillors resolved to place the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2027-2031 on public exhibition at the September Ordinary Meeting of Council. Community members can have their say on the draft plan until 5pm on 23 […]
No social licence for native forest logging say protesters
Ashley Love addresses the protesters. Protesters had a clear message. Photo: Brian Mahoney. MORE than 60 people from the NSW Mid North Coast protested simultaneously with actions in Canberra, Sydney, Batemans Bay and Hobart on 8 October, to send a message that there was no social licence for the clear-felling of forests, damage to wildlife […]
Starving, thirsty flying foxes are dying in droves
A MASS starvation event is killing flying foxes across large tracts of NSW. Residents across the state are taking to social media to report uncharacteristic daytime behaviour and close suburban encounters with the flying mammals as they desperately search for food and water. The Wildlife Information Rescue and Education Service (WIRES) recently shared news of […]
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Fun in the surf with the Disabled Surfers Association, back for five free sessions
Supported and safe fun on offer at the Disabled Surfers Association’s free surf days. Supported and safe fun on offer at the Disabled Surfers Association’s free surf days. Supported and safe fun on offer at the Disabled Surfers Association’s free surf days. Supported and safe fun on offer at the Disabled Surfers Association’s free surf […]
Northern Region command Police officer charged with common assault following alleged domestic violence incident
A NSW Police Officer attached to a Northern Region command has been charged following an alleged domestic violence incident. About 10.30pm on Friday 2 October 2026, police were called to an address following reports of a domestic violence incident. Officers spoke to all parties involved and no injuries were reported. Police commenced inquiries into the […]
Roosters retain leadership team as preparations begin for 2027
THE Nambucca Roosters Rugby League Football Club is looking towards an exciting 2027 Group 2 season, with a largely unchanged management committee, strong sponsorship support and the prospect of some promising player signings. The long-established club held its Annual General Meeting at Coronation Park, Nambucca Heads, last weekend, reflecting on the achievements and challenges of […]
