Dorrigo’s own Dylan Edwards shines in Blues Origin triumph!
Following up on the NRL NSW Blues amazing win at state of Origin last Wednesday we witnessed Dillon Edwards who grew up in Dorrigo and who played an instrumental part…
Bellingen Show washed out, but community spirit shines through with alternative events
A Community’s Resilience The cancellation of the 2025 Bellingen Show reminds us of the power of adaptation and community spirit. While we may miss the excitement of the Woodchop, the…
Heart of Bellingen beats on despite showground closure
By Susan Lumsdaine BELLINGEN, NSW – In the face of relentless rainfall that forced the cancellation of its beloved annual show, the Bellingen community is demonstrating its unwavering spirit. Despite…
Repeated Landslips Prompt Desperate Call for Waterfall Way Bypass
DORRIGO, NSW – Frustration is mounting in the Bellingen Shire as another significant landslip has closed Waterfall Way, prompting the Council to intensify its calls for State and Federal support…
Bellingen Golf club enters Administration round
By Michael Burt BELLINGEN, NSW – The Bellingen Golf Club has abruptly closed its doors and entered voluntary administration, the Board of Directors announced last Tuesday, citing relentless rain and…
Waterfall Way CLT Launches Affordable Home Ownership Plan for Locals
The Waterfall Way CLT Ltd will introduce the Community Land Trust (CLT) model for forever affordable shared home ownership for locals at a series of public information sessions next month.…
$5.2 million contract awarded to deliver key sewer infrastructure for Coastal Villages
BELLINGEN SHIRE, NSW – A $5.2 million contract has been awarded to Ledonne Construction Pty Ltd to build sewer pump stations and mains in Raleigh and Mylestom, marking significant progress…
Councillor Ellie Tree steps down from official duties
Youngest-ever Bellingen councillor steps down, citing challenges for working women in local government.Bellingen, NSW – Bellingen Shire Council is now one councillor short following the immediate resignation of Deputy Mayor…
Letters to the Editor
Productivity now a pipe dream Congratulations to Albo referred to by the Chinese leadership as the handsome boy. The result was anticipated but not to the extent of the swing.…
Council charges ahead with electric vehicles
BELLINGEN, NSW – Bellingen Shire Council is driving towards a greener future, announcing the addition of two new electric vehicles to its staff pool fleet. To help reduce greenhouse gas…