The Latest Breaking News from Coffs Harbour

A local’s guide to Coffs Harbour: ‘The culture here is being outside’

There’s the muttonbirds and the supersized banana, but this NSW coastal destination is known for its friendly outdoor lifestyle – and a growing food and culture scene, says artist Sarah Lyttle

The Guardian - AU · May 17, 2024

'Own up': parents' plea over fatal attack on surfer son

The heartbroken parents of a man stabbed to death in a Coffs Harbour beach car park have spoken of the emotional toll the incident has taken on their family.

AAP · May 14, 2024

Surfer murder prompts calls for tough knife search laws

Police are hunting the killer of a 22-year-old man as the surfer's stabbing death in Coffs Harbour adds fuel to calls for knife law reforms.

AAP · May 2, 2024

Truck stowaway ends up in wrong state after 400km drive

A man who stowed away under a truck in a bid to secretly hitch a ride to Coffs Harbour, ended up in Queensland almost 400km away.

AAP · Nov 21, 2023

Joannou credits family for surviving cancer and heart attack

"I was just forced to stop and think about death"

Newcastle Herald · Sep 25, 2023

Tinkler company administrator not forcing sale of Coffs Harbour mansion

The 15-bedroom spread at Sapphire Beach is on the market with Sotheby's for an estimated $30 million.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 2, 2023

Critical incident investigation launched at Coffs Harbour after death of man with dementia

Police have confirmed they were diverted to another incident before beginning a search for the man. He was found dead a few hours later. An independent review will examine the response.

ABC News · May 25, 2023

Felise Kaufusi in doubt for State of Origin I as Melbourne Storm get past Dolphins 24-16

Felise Kaufusi may be forced out of State of Origin I contention for the Maroons after being placed on report in the Dolphins' 24-16 defeat to the Storm, while the Tigers thrash the Cowboys 66-18, and the Sharks down the Knights 26-6.

ABC News · May 20, 2023

Coffs boy Miller eyes win over old Sharks teammates

Newcastle star Locky Miller is relishing the chance to play against his former Cronulla teammates when the NRL returns to his Coffs Harbour stomping ground.

AAP · May 19, 2023

Court documents reveal coach accused of raping former Melbourne player Daniel Hayes was a long-time AFL employee who coached Sydney Swans academy teams

Court documents reveal a coach accused of raping former Melbourne Demons player Daniel Hayes served as the AFL's regional manager for northern NSW, helping to establish the Sydney Swans' academy in Coffs Harbour. Warning: This story includes text messages including graphic sexual content.

ABC News · May 12, 2023