Coffs Coast Advocate

'Free money': Council's decision on free ferry for tourists

PLANS to replace a bridge on River Drive will force residents and tourists to use the ferry.

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17th Dec. 2020 1:12 PM

The incredible number of flights arriving in Ballina today

THE Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is the second-busiest in NSW, and it's setting records for passenger numbers.

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04th Dec. 2020 12:12 AM

Border bubble helped this family to reunite

THEY had missed many milestones due to COVID-19, but the North Coast offered the perfect place to reconnect.

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02nd Dec. 2020 11:12 AM

The Hickson family, after missing many family milestones this year, caught up for a family reunion in Byron Bay recently.

Plunge pools, scenic cabins: tourist development approved

SOME changes were made to the plans when the proposal went before council.

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26th Oct. 2020 12:10 AM

A DA for a six cabin tourist development in Talofa has been considered by Byron Shire Council.

‘THRILLED’: Direct flights to nation’s capital will continue

THE services between Canberra and Ballina have proved to be a huge success.

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13th Oct. 2020 9:10 AM

7 lesser known spots to take tourists on the Nth Rivers

WITH many NSW residents effectively confined within the state, the Northern Rivers is the place to be this school...

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10th Oct. 2020 12:10 PM

Chinny squall, Brunswick River. PHOTO: Lee Roberts

What new rail trail legislation really means for our area

A NEW bill tabled by the NSW Transport Minister will authorise the closure of two railway lines in Northern NSW.

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18th Sept. 2020 9:09 AM

The Tumbarumba to Rosewood Rail Trail opened in April 2020.

Owner of new restaurant inspired by his ‘beautiful’ mother

BALLINA’S newest eatery offers a delicious menu, and they have a specialist pastry and dessert chef from Israel.

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15th Sept. 2020 9:09 AM

Mezza at the Point co-owner Andrew Seoudi offers a gastronomical Lebanese experience at the new restaurant.

Airlines confirm more flights coming into Northern Rivers

IS it the sun? Is it the beach? Whatever it is, NSW and ACT want a spring break, so expect a lot more flights.

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09th Sept. 2020 9:09 AM

RAMP supervisor Neil MacLeod after a plane lands at Ballina Airport.

Will we be inundated by visitors during the school holidays?

WITH school holidays just around the corner, a travel company has listed the most sought-after holiday destinations.

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08th Sept. 2020 9:09 AM

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