Category: Mid North News
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Conference returns to empower female dairy farmers
Female dairy farmers will have a chance to open up about the recent challenges threatening the industry. After a two year hiatus, the NSW Women in Dairy Conference has returned, taking place in the heart of the Mid North Coast.
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First agency locked in for Taree’s First Steps Count Child and Community Centre
Although construction has taken a backseat during the pandemic, a new community centre in Taree is well on track to open by Christmas. The First Steps Count centre will be a one stop shop for children with health and education needs.
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Stories of the Manning Valley on tap with new historical app
A group of volunteers are ensuring untold tales won’t be lost in time. Launching a ‘Mid Coast Stories’ app and taking locals on a journey through the region’s rich history.
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Outback Air Race wraps up in Coffs Harbour
The Outback Air Race has wrapped up in Coffs Harbour, raising money for the Royal Flying Doctor Service. More than $650,000 drummed up, to save lives, so far.
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Police warn of ‘gang of youths’ stealing cars
Police are tracking a ‘gang of youths’, who they allege are responsible for a dramatic spike in car thefts on the Mid North Coast. The groups are targeting homes and garages in the suburbs south of Coffs.
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Locals remember the Queen’s 1970 visit to Coffs Harbour
Today, the world is mourning the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. Many locals looking back on Her Majesty’s visit to the Coffs Coast in 1970.
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Taree health clinic shining a spotlight on women’s health needs
A new survey reveals the pandemic is causing more females to skip out on vital health appointments. It’s something a dedicated women’s health clinic in Taree is looking to change, opening its doors for Women’s Health Week.
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Oyster farmers fear another disruptive season
Oyster farmers have had a tumultous year and there’s no good news for the next season. Estuaries on the Hastings River are still dealing with cold temperatures, limiting their growth and sparking concerns for Christmas.
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Coffs Harbour Jetty Foreshore submissions released
It’s been one of Coffs Harbour’s most controversial plans and after two months of community consultation more than 3500 submissions for the Jetty Foreshore Masterplan have been released to the public.
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World first Koala breeding program at Port Macquarie becomes reality
Wildlife experts are working to save Port Macquarie’s dwindling koala population… Launching a world first wild koala breeding program with a new, state of the art facility.