Koala Park topples timber harvesting
By Michael Burt Timber harvesting ceased this week across 176,000 hectares of the region’s State Forests that are now destined to become part of the Great Koala National Park (GKNP).…
Stables Grant Success for upgrades to the Stables in Bellingen
The Bellingen Community Arts Council (BCAC) was recently successful in their application to the New South Wales government’s Community Building Partnerships Program for a grant to make upgrades to the…
Artistic collaboration and community pride
BELLINGEN SHIRE – In a project celebrating local culture and creativity, the Bellingen Shire Council has announced the upcoming installation of eight new town entry signs. The statements, which feature…
Community Grants Program and Environment Levy Community Fund Round 2 2025-26 Now Open for Applications
Bellingen Shire Council is excited to announce that Round 2 of the Community Grants Program and the Environment Levy Community Fund (ELCF) 2025-26 officially open from Wednesday 10 September 2025.…
Shucking time at Lindsays Oysters
The life of an oyster farmer is not as idyllic as it seems. After growing fresh local oysters for 37 years, Urunga’s John Lindsay knows all too well that oyster…
Celebrating Father’s Day with Roy Cowcher at Bellingen Masonic Village
This Father’s Day, we were delighted to celebrate with Roy Cowcher, a much-loved resident of Bellingen Masonic Village. At 88 years old, Roy brings with him a lifetime of experiences,…
Letters to the Editor
Opting Out to Live the Dream Another year has passed, 2025 Can recall our local council, seventies, early eighties before the advent of the computer age. A mere handful in…
Get Ready to Bloom! Bellingen Plant Fair Returns This Weekend
The much-anticipated Bellingen Spring Plant Fair is this Saturday, and region enthusiasts, nature lovers, and foodies won’t want to miss this vibrant community event. With new opening hours of 7:30…
A Festival of Musical Connections and Inspirations
DORRIGO, NSW — The Dorrigo Folk and Bluegrass Festival is gearing up for its highly anticipated October return, promising another uniquely boutique event filled with acoustic music, community, and artistic…
The Great Koala National Park debate
By Michael Burt Will the Great Koala National Park be an economic boom or bust for the region? And will it save Koalas? Member for Oxley Michael Kemp says it…