Category: Mid North News

The pandemic continues to impact the education system, with dozens of teachers calling in sick at schools along the Coffs Coast. With a lack of casuals to cover classes, students are missing out on their usual lessons.

The Greens have launched their federal election campaign for the seat of Cowper announcing Coffs Harbour’s Tim Nott as their candidate. The party hoping it can bring an end to residential development in flood prone areas.

It’s been a tough two years for country shows, with the pandemic forcing a hiatus on most. But, one country event has returned with gusto – the 109th Wallamba District Show going ahead today… with a few new tricks up its sleeve.    

The Screenwave International Film Festival has dropped its highly-anticipated lineup. The 16-day event will showcase 80 feature films across 130 sessions at two Coffs venues – even world premieres will be in the mix.

A glitch in the online voting platform has put the results of a number of Northern New South Wales councils, in question. Tens of thousands residents across Kempsey and Singleton will be required to line up at the polls again – a Supreme Court judge ruling the last results, void.

A group of Hunter cyclists has embarked on a major Mid Coast ride to raise funds for the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service. With the number of callouts on the rise, they say every cent counts in keeping the vital service in the sky.

It’s one of the most important stages of learning – but the Early Childhood Education sector is grappiling with severe staffing shortages on the Mid North Coast. The state government has awarded more than 100 scholarships – to make it easier for high school graduates to get a job.

After two years of Covid restrictions, the Coffs Hotel celebrated St Patrick’s Day today in style. Hundreds packed the pub to enjoy the festivities and the Guinness – without restrictions, for the first time in years.