THE MID North Coast is relying more than ever on everyday locals willing to step up and help injured, sick and orphaned native animals. The importance of local wildlife rescuers was highlighted recently when WIRES volunteers responded to a distressed pelican on the Nambucca River. Members of the public walking along the river noticed the […]

THE Nambucca Valley’s online tourism profile is set to receive a significant boost after around 10 local businesses volunteered to participate in a professional photography shoot and workshop organised by Council. The initiative forms part of Nambucca Valley Council’s ongoing work to strengthen the local government area’s presence on the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW), […]

THOUSANDS of volunteers across the Nambucca Valley are being recognised and thanked this week as part of National Volunteer Week. The annual event highlights the vital role volunteers play in supporting public facilities, services and charitable organisations throughout the community. Mayor Gary Lee said volunteers are involved in almost every aspect of life in the […]

THE Nambucca Heads RSL sub-Branch will celebrate a significant milestone this year, marking 80 years of service to veterans and the wider community. An RSL (Returned and Services League) sub-Branch is a local community organisation that supports serving and former Australian Defence Force (ADF) members and their families. These volunteer-led branches represent the grassroots of […]

The Langsford Way site’s tree canopy at sunset. Photo: Dr John Bennett. A large tree with habitat hollows on the site. Photo: Georgette Allen. The site is home to a host of large trees. Photo: Georgette Allen. VALLA Beach community members say they are heartbroken by the sale of a heavily-wooded block of land on […]