National success is Pillow Talk of town

HANDS ON THE TROPHY: Coffs Pillow Talk Team takes a bow after a recent national win.  Trevor Veale A customer who overheard the team celebrating their success contacted the Advocate to share the news. “They’re all so lovely in that store and they were so...

Why supporting local is more than a hashtag

Swapping on line for in our local stores keeps the money local. In an age where everything can be conveniently delivered to your door at a click of a button, why is important to get out from behind our computers and support our local businesses? Just as importantly,...

Neuville claims Rally Australia victory

Thierry Neuville led the WRC section of the 2017 Kennards Hire Rally and he safely navigated the final day to claim the overall victory. Trevor Veale HYUNDAI’S Belgian ace Thierry Neuville has survived chaotic conditions to record his first Kennards Hire...

Emotional Quinn claims ARC driver’s championship

Coffs Harbour driver Nathan Quinn simply had to finish all of the special stages of the 2017 Kennards Hire Rally Australia to win the Australian Rally Championship title. It was a task easier said than done thanks to wet, slippery roads like this one he faced on the...

Airport of the year winners announced

Coffs Harbour, airport terminal. 08 DECEMBER 2015. Photo Trevor Veale/Coffs Coast Advocate Airports across the country eagerly awaited the announcement of the AAA National Airport Industry awards and coming out on top was our very own. Coffs Harbour Regional Airport...

Deals light up regional cities

GROWTH REPORTER: Dr Leonie Pearson’s studies show the economic status of cities in the bush City deals are the future of Federal Government investment aiming to stimulate national economic growth: The Regional Australia Institute is pursuing a new agenda to...

Coffs Coast blueberries being loved around the world

Blueberries are the fastest growing industry on the Coffs Coast. The NSW blueberry industry, of which the coast is the capital produces around 6,900 tonnes of produce each year valued at around $140 million. Coffs Coast grown blueberries are now being stocked in...

More good news for healthcare in Coffs Harbour

Dr Inderjit Singh, Andrew Fraser MP and Managing Director of Presmed Australia Marc Resnik. Photo: Peter Sechi. Another milestone for healthcare in the community, Coffs Day Hospital officially opened this week. The new hospital, located on Albany St, will initially...

Take a seat at the top table

It was with delight the Chamber attended the Jetty Foreshores beautification opening along with soil turning at the epic C.ex International Stadium enhancements. These very significant pieces of infrastructure have seen Coffs Chamber actively involved in bringing them...