July 11, 2026
Future of bees in question Judith Webster from Coffs Beekeeping Supplies. Photo: Lyss Photography.
Business, Regional

Future of bees in question

Judith Webster from Coffs Beekeeping Supplies. Photo: Lyss Photography. European Honey Bee. Photo: Judith Webster. European Honey Bee. Photo: Rich Morris. European Honey Bee. Photo: Judith Webster. THE free pollination Australian growers have relied on for generations is disappearing, and horticulture bodies are urging farmers to plan for a future where managed bee pollination is […]

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Friendly Grocer hosts a cracking Charity Bowls Day Happy punters Michael Broome, Brett Groundwater, Drew Mitchell and Jake Jeffries. Photo: Jen Hetherington.
Local News

Friendly Grocer hosts a cracking Charity Bowls Day

Happy punters Michael Broome, Brett Groundwater, Drew Mitchell and Jake Jeffries. Photo: Jen Hetherington. Anyone for golf? Photo: Jen Hetherington. The crew ready for the auction. Photo: Jen Hetherington. Though most of the muddy racers were destined for the pot, it was rumoured that a few made it home to the river. Photo: Jen Hetherington. […]

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From the 1950s to today, Valley Players still making magic
Community, Entertainment, Event

From the 1950s to today, Valley Players still making magic

FOR more than seven decades, local theatre enthusiasts have been entertaining audiences and fostering creativity in the Nambucca Valley, and that proud tradition is continuing as the Valley Players prepare to present their latest home-grown production, ‘A Pirate’s Fortune’. The group traces its origins back to the 1950s when it was established as the Macksville […]

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Friendships, food and family: The legacy Of Lom Talay Thai
Local News

Friendships, food and family: The legacy Of Lom Talay Thai

FOR 13 years, the aromas of authentic Thai cuisine and the warmth of genuine hospitality have welcomed locals and visitors alike through the doors of Lom Talay Thai Restaurant in Nambucca Heads. Now, one of the town’s most cherished dining institutions has quietly served its final meal, not because of financial pressures or a sale, […]

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London firefighter cycles into Macksville on epic global mission Greeting former London firefighter Stephen Aslin (centre) in Macksville this week were Macksville Fire Fighters Matt Haworth, Nathan Keen and Brett Brigger.
Local News

London firefighter cycles into Macksville on epic global mission

AN extraordinary journey of remembrance and human kindness rolled into Macksville on Monday afternoon when former London firefighter Stephen Aslin stopped at Macksville to be treated to some Nambucca Valley hospitality. Aslin pulled up at the Macksville Fire Station during his remarkable 48,280 kilometre charity cycling expedition around the world. The former firefighter is undertaking […]

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Council outlines plans for unsealed road upgrades Nambucca Valley Council’s grading crew is continuing with the maintenance of the Valley’s extensive network of unsealed roads. Photo: Supplied.
Local News

Council outlines plans for unsealed road upgrades

WITH work recently completed along Missabotti Road to Jack Gorleys Bridge, Nambucca Valley Council’s grading crew is continuing its program of maintaining the Valley’s extensive network of unsealed roads. The team is now set to move into the Yarranbella and Whip Mountain areas as part of its ongoing maintenance schedule. Nambucca Valley Council acting general […]

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Give former lab rats, mice, guinea pigs and rabbits a forever home
Community

Give former lab rats, mice, guinea pigs and rabbits a forever home

RABBITS, guinea pigs, rats and mice who were formerly used in research are now up for adoption and looking for their forever homes as pets and competitions. The Liberty Adoption Centre, at Wyong, on the Central Coast, is now home to Australia’s first adoption centre for small animals transitioning out of research facilities into the […]

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Entries Open For 2026 Tidy Towns awards Nambucca’s natural beauty shines through. Photo: @Matt Vallance
Regional

Entries Open For 2026 Tidy Towns awards

ENTRIES are now open for the 2026 Keep Australia Beautiful NSW Tidy Towns awards, with communities, councils, organisations, businesses and individuals encouraged to showcase their environmental achievements. Since 1981, Keep Australia Beautiful NSW has recognised projects and initiatives that demonstrate environmental leadership, sustainability and strong community spirit across the state. The long-running awards program celebrates […]

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