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Case of 'aye, aye, Captain' for club's new leaders

Case of 'aye, aye, Captain' for club's new leaders

TOMORROW'S JLT Community Series match between the Sydney Swans and North Melbourne in Coffs Harbour will see both clubs sporting new leaders.

Coffs Boardriders lay down the standard in Newcastle

Shaun Cansdell cementing Coffs Harbour standing in the opening men's heat of the nudie Australia Boardriders Battle at Newcastle today.

Coffs Harbour Boardriders putting on a show in Newcastle today

Be bold for change

International Women's Day will be celebrated next month in Coffs Harbour

Theme for International Women's Day is #Be Bold for Change.

Funds to preserve Coffs Harbour's heritage

Looking after Heritage items on the Coffs Coast.

Funding available for heritage items

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History shows Dan's doubts are unfounded

STAR Sydney Swans midfielder admits to having doubts as his team prepares to face North Melbourne in Coffs Harbour tomorrow.

Generation next for Roos

Many have suggested a strong pre-season has Mason Wood (centre)ready a breakout year at North Melbourne.

It's time to watch out for North Melbourne's exciting future.

Star Swan ready to spread his wings again

FIT AGAIN: After a pre-season limited by knee injury Luke Parker will feature for the Swans this weekend.

Veteran Swan set for return soon

Community

BIG RIDE: Matt to bring out smiles for Smiddy

MATT Muir will need more than glorious views to get over the line in his 800km charity ride from Christchurch to Queenstown.

Looking for a community champion to toss the coin

The Coffs Coast Advocate and the AFL are looking for someone from the community who is deserving of the honour of tossing the coin at C.ex Coffs International Stadium prior to this Sunday's JLT Community Series match between the Sydney Swans and North Melbourne.

Help us find a hero to toss the coin at Sunday's AFL game in Coffs.

Maid of honour is 103, groomsman is a chihuahua

STILL IN LOVE: Elaine and Laurie Stephenson, who are residents at Whiddon Aged Care Home, Grafton, will renew their vows on Valentines Day more than 58 years after their wedding.

Aged care home buzzing as two residents renew vows on Valentines Day

Little girl who died from snake bite in lonely grave

The 1936 map of the Town of Gundurimba. The blue circle shows where the lot of land has been preserved for graves on the Bruxner Highway.

Has the mystery of the single grave at South Gundurimba been solved?

Shark nets: wait and see or "haul 'em up”?

CONSERVATION: Turtles stuck in nets.

By-catch numbers have increased, but there has been no shark attacks

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Jackass crew eye off the Big Banana

FOR the first time ever the Jackass crew will hit live stages across Australia, including Coffs Harbour.

Make a Jackass of yourself live on stage

Jackass's Jason 'Wee Man' Acuna on stage during the crew's Fillthy Seppo Tour of Ausralia. The mayhem arrives at the Coffs Harbour on February 23.

Jackass team head to Coffs to wreak havoc

Sizzling Bookfest bargains

CHOCKERS: Lester Platts and Chris Ryland, Coffs Harbour South Rotary preparing for Bookfest April 1-8.

80,000 book will hit the Bookfest tables in April

Countdown is on for 2017's bcu Coffs TRI

BACK AGAIN: Last year's female winner Holly Khan will return to this year's bcu Coffs TRI to try and defend her title.

Overseas athletes billed for this year's triathlon

Are you a beach or mountain person? Take the test

Are you a beach or mountain person? Take the test

A RESEARCHER from the University of Virginia has found people should consider their personalities more closely when choosing a place to live.

Luxury mansion in the Whitsundays fit for a Bond villain

Luxury mansion in the Whitsundays fit for a Bond villain

WITH spectacular views from your massive pool, a dine-in wine cellar, cinema, marina berth and helipad, this waterfront residence is fit for a Bond Villain.

Five Coffs Coast jobs available right now

Five Coffs Coast jobs available right now

CAN you see yourself helping shape what Coffs Harbour will look like in the future? If so, this might be the top job for you.

A slip and a fall: injury case study

Scales of justice.

Solicitor Manny Wood answers your legal questions

Coffs Coast men don't need to be naked

There's a new "man” in town

Housing boom demands more tradies

CQUniversity has many decades of experience training apprentices in a wide range of professions.

Population rise and housing boom good start for apprentice tradies

Make social media work for your business

Social media is the key to growing your business and marketing strategies.

Here are 5 tips on how to make social media work for your business

Size matters for DIY super funds

The number of Australians choosing their own nest egg funds has increased in recent years.

Paul Clitheroe explains the rise in choosing your own nest egg

Exercise is medicine

KEY ADVICE: The qualified support of a personal trainer is the best way to understand your body and the process of getting fit.

Personal trainer walks us through the pros and cons of fitness

Dunedin's Otago Museum Tropical Forest

The entrance to the Otago Museum

The Butterfly enclosure in the Otago museum is a popular part of their Discovery...

Get in the swim in Dunedin

Surfers get ready to take on the waves at St Clair beach in Dunedin.

From the Moana Pool, to the beach at St Clair, there's plenty of places to get wet...

Cadbury World in Dunedin

Cadbury World is located in the centre of Dunedin, New Zealand, at the Cadbury factory site. The visitor centre is a colourful and educational environment with chocolate-themed displays where you can learn about the history of Cadbury and chocolate through the ages. The Cadbury Tour is a must-do while in Dunedinjust look for the purple silo or follow the scent of chocolaty goodness drifting over the city.

Take a tour of the Cadbury Factory in the heart of Dunedin where every step has...

Dunedin's Blue Penguins

Blue penguins come ashore on the Otago Peninsula.

Take a look at the cutest tourist attraction - Dunedin's blue penguins as they...

Larnach Castle in Dunedin

Larnach Castle in Dunedin.

Take a walk through Dunedin's historic Larnach Castle, fully restored and open to...

Glenreagh flying foxes

More than one thousand dead flying foxes were counted on the town side of the Orara River at Glenreagh as a result of the heatwave spikes experienced on Saturday and Sunday, 11th and 12th February, 2017.

More than one thousand flying foxes were found dead on the town side of the Orara...

New look $10 note

Safety features like the new $5 note.

The Reserve Bank releases design for the new $10 note, includes Banjo Patterson and...

flying fox deaths

Thousands of flying foxes drop dead at Glenreagh.

Scale model planes rally

Nathan Burton with his scale model Taylor Craft which will fly this weekend at the Scale rally at Moonee beach. 16 FEB 2017

Scale model planes to fly at Moonee gun club this Saturday

After eight operations, Emmy needs our help

Emmy who has pulmonary atresia needs to move to Brisbane for ongoing medical treatment

Mercedes-AMG C 63 S Cabriolet road test and review

OPENING HOURS: Mercedes-AMG C 63 S Cabriolet’s 375kW/700Nm bi-turbo V8 helps wind-in-the-hair drivers hit 100kmh in 4.1 seconds.

AMG’s $180k C 63 S Cabrio brings V8 thrills and topless elegance

Delve into your food psyche

Jessica Sepel's tips on how to make healthy food choices, and occasionally indulge, prove useful.

Healthy eating starts with the mind and rewiring your thinking

How most vulnerable were used to rort billions

Shonky trainers targeted poor and disabled in education rort

Desperate times for Dan's young family

STRUGGLE: Dan Bowman wonders how he will support his family Trish, Zoe, 13, Joseph, 12, Isaiah, 5, Malachi, 3 and Hugo, 1 after he was sacked from when SmartCity's administrative company went into liquidation.

Sippy Downs man one of those counting the cost after company folds

Dunedin's the one for family fun

Fun on the slides at Moana Pool in Dunedin.

Dunedin's fun family attractions offer plenty

Exploring quake city

New Regent St, in the Christchurch central business district, shows no signs of damage from the 2011 earthquake and has become a vibrant meeting place for residents and the city's visitors.

How do residents feel, six years after Christchurch disaster?

Lisa Marie Presley's ex caught with child pics: court

LISA Marie Presley’s twin eight-year-old daughters have been taken into care after she found indecent images of kids on their dad’s computer, court documents...

Robert Irwin introduces Jimmy Fallon to wild guests

Robert Irwin introduces Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon to a cuddly sloth.

ROBERT Irwin continues Steve's legacy.

Director says he should have punched Ewan McGregor

Actor Ewan McGregor.

Director says he should have punched Ewan McGregor

Roxy shares "single girl” issues

Roxy Jacenko.

Roxy Jacenko shares her "single girl” issues

Paradise Found

33 Darkum Road, Mullaway 2456

House 4 2 3 $939,000

Escape to the idyllic surrounds of Mullaway, situated only 20 minutes north of Coffs Harbour and you will find this well presented beachfront family home offering...

Mullawarra Beach Lifestyle

10 Fuller Street, Arrawarra Headland 2456

House 3 2 2 $795,000

If its lifestyle you're after, then this property is perfect. Located in a quiet tightly held street, the two storey rendered & clad home is adjacent to Mullawarra...

What A Location!

10 Lomandra Court, Corindi Beach 2456

Residential Land Situated within walking distance of the beach this 774m2 block offers the ... $285,000

Situated within walking distance of the beach this 774m2 block offers the perfect canvas for you to build your dream beachside home. One of the last remaining...

Rare 881m2 Block Backing Golf Course

5 Ensign Cove, Safety Beach 2456

Residential Land Quiet cul-de-sac, High on the hill with the 10th fairway at the ... $299,000

Quiet cul-de-sac, High on the hill with the 10th fairway at the back of your property for a north eastern view will be a great place to enjoy outdoor living...

Amazing Modern Home Nestled in Woolgoolga

2/21 Fawcett Street, Woolgoolga 2456

House 3 2 3 $780,000

Nestled at the top of the hill with only minutes' walk to beach & central Woolgoolga this modern contemporary built weatherboard home is a must to inspect. Upper...

Quiet Lifestyle at Country Club Estate

7 Palmer Road, Woolgoolga 2456

House 4 2 2 $580,000

This home has immediate appeal from the moment you encounter the impressive oversized driveway. The floorplan is away from open plan and offers separation of the...

Beach Home in Great Order

66 Bluff road, Emerald Beach 2456

House 4 2 2 $599,000

Close to the beach and in tip top condition this family sized home represents a terrific opportunity to purchase a home you can move straight into. Featuring good...

Super sized home with super views

60 Dammerel Crescent, Emerald Beach 2456

House 5 3 2 $935,000

Renovated to high standard this stunning multi level home captures sweeping ocean and hinterland views.Featuring mostly hardwood flooring throughout the living...

Large modern home on generous block With expansive mountain views.

91 Rosedale Drive, Urunga 2455

House 3 2 2 New Listing...

Fresh to the market, this beautifully presented home with three good sized bedrooms, the main boasting a huge walk in wardrobe, on a 955 square metre block in a...

A home that will tick all the boxes

54 Newmans Road, Woolgoolga 2456

House 5 3 4 $799,000 ...

Perfectly positioned on the 681sqm elevated yet level allotment, this home offers the best in modern living with a fantastic aspect. The home itself has been well...

Bidding could start at $1.4M for sought after property

Farrell McCrohon's Jojo Newby rides on a property recently listed at Buccarumbi

One of largest rural properties on market to go under hammer today

An exclusive private retreat

STUNNING: This North Sapphire Beach home is the ultimate in beach-side living.

An exclusive home in an exclusive address

What $11.9m can get you on Coast's most exclusive street

29-31 Wyuna Drive Noosaville Qld 4566

This is what a cool $11.9m can get you

How a first home buyer built house with no deposit

NEARLY THERE: Construction on the first house to home orphans at Umoja began in January. Photo Contributed

His home will be completed later this year.

A hot start to the year in real estate

HOT PROPERTY: This 1970s era headland home sold for $1.375 million dollars on February 1

A hot start to the year in real estate

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TEACHERS

TEACHERS

TEACHERS Dedicated and Caring Teachers wanted urgently for After School Tuition in ...

TEACHERS Dedicated and Caring Teachers wanted urgently for After School Tuition in Woolgoolga, Coffs Harbour &...

ERECTORS REQUIRED

ERECTORS REQUIRED

NORTH COAST SHED MARKET Licenced and Insured ERECTORS REQUIRED Plenty of ongoing ...

NORTH COAST SHED MARKET Licenced and Insured ERECTORS REQUIRED Plenty of ongoing work available. Please phone 6651 5822.

Removalist Required

Removalist Required

Experenced Removalist Required MR licence essential Local and interstate work Must be ...

Experenced Removalist Required MR licence essential Local and interstate work Must be a great team player Above award...

Multiple Positions

Multiple Positions

LSA Accountants have two opportunities to join their friendly team for the ...

LSA Accountants have two opportunities to join their friendly team for the appropriately qualified persons. Tax Accountant Will have vast experience...

MVRIC licenced Motor Mechanic

MVRIC licenced Motor Mechanic

Full Time

K & J Trucks Coffs Harbour MVRIC licenced Motor Mechanic is required for full time position with regular overtime available. Experience in the heavy vehicle...

No time to respond to job applicants? Google CEO does.

Girl, 7, delighted to get personal response from Google boss

South dominates manufacturing grants applications

State Development Minister Anthony Lynham praised Maryborough's Downer Rail.

Most manufacturing grants applications from southern Queensland

New Rocky mine plans revealed, up to 500 workers needed

JOBS, JOBS, JOBS: A mine that will eventually have the capacity to employ 500 workers is opening in CQ.

BOSS OF yet-to-be-built coal mine will hire CQ workers.

'Please, for god's sake give me a job': An old man's plea

James Lindley has finished his 6th university degree and is now looking for a new project to keep him occupied.

WATCH: 77-year-old opens up about a life with no purpose

Too hot to work: apprenticeships go begging

Sunshine Coast carpentry apprentice Amelia Robertson slogs it out on the job.

Vacancies rise with the mercury

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Motoring
DRY HIRE

DRY HIRE

DRY HIRE 1 to 35 Ton excavators, long reach & Standard all ...

DRY HIRE 1 to 35 Ton excavators, long reach & Standard all attachments. Tracked Dump trucks Loaders articulated & Skid steer. 07 3807...

LOOKING FOR A CAR?

LOOKING FOR A CAR?

Over 100 LOCAL CARS, 4WDs CARAVANS, MOTORBIKES, BOATS, & More! at the Coffs ...

Over 100 LOCAL CARS, 4WDs CARAVANS, MOTORBIKES, BOATS, & More! at the Coffs Car Market Every Saturday at COFFS SHOWGROUND Take a look on...

Forward Fold Reverse Cycle Air Con Camper

Forward Fold Reverse Cycle Air Con Camper

Forward Fold Reverse Cycle Air Con Camper Ind /Susp, S/SKitchen Ensuite,Duel spares,Extra ...

Forward Fold Reverse Cycle Air Con Camper Ind /Susp, S/SKitchen Ensuite,Duel spares,Extra water tank, Full annex, Duel/Bat , 240 power. Ph 1300788222

2010 Harley Big Bear Chopper - Bear Bones

2010 Harley Big Bear Chopper - Bear Bones

10,350kms. 10 months rego. S&S; 100 smooth engine with S&S; E series ... $19,990.00

10,350kms. 10 months rego. S&S; 100 smooth engine with S&S; E series carb. Baker 6 speed with right side chain drive and sprake. All performance machine fittings...

Caravan 21 ft coronet

Caravan 21 ft coronet

Beautiful van ready for travel. Full ensuite, one years rego, full service, ... $38,000.00

Beautiful van ready for travel. Full ensuite, one years rego, full service, new tyres, many extras, a dream to tow. First to inspect will buy. Aircon, 3 way...

HOLDEN CRUZE

HOLDEN CRUZE

Manual Sedan 18,000

2011/12 CDX 18,000 KLM. 1.8 MAN. ALL LEATHER TRIM, FACTORY ALLOYS, 1 LADY OWNER LOCAL CAR, LOCALLY SERVICED. $16,000 ALL OFFERS CONSIDERED

VY Chaser Steel Rims

VY Chaser Steel Rims

7x 15 inch set of 4. Wheel nuts and dress caps included $80.00

7x 15 inch set of 4. Wheel nuts and dress caps included

Vy Executive Bumper

Vy Executive Bumper

White $80.00

White

TRAKKA 860 LIMITED EDITION

TRAKKA 860 LIMITED EDITION

TRAKKA 860 LIMITED EDITION The Flag Ship from Trakka, 28ft of shear ... $149,000.00

TRAKKA 860 LIMITED EDITION The Flag Ship from Trakka, 28ft of shear luxury. This was a special build in 2013 and has only travelled 29,000kms. First to inspect...

Pop Top Caravan

Pop Top Caravan

Jayco Westport 1997 model, 16' lots of extras rego to November 2017. ... $10,990.00

Jayco Westport 1997 model, 16' lots of extras rego to November 2017. Easy tow. Good condition

Our best-selling city car is ready for a refresh

GT-LINE: Next generation Picanto has been shown in Europe, including with desirably sporty GT-Line kit. We're yet to learn if Australia will offer this option and a fruitier turbo engine for the new Picanto.

Value-packed next gen Kia Picanto arrivng by mid-year

Subaru Impreza 2.0i-S Hatch road test and review

WELL-OPTIONED Subaru's Impreza in higher specification 2.0i-S guise features excellent cabin features and cutting edge safety to go with a quality chassis.

The new Impreza offers impressive all-wheel-drive security and value

HSV's anniversary range celebrates 30 years of performance

POWER PLAYERS: 30 Years editions of Maloo, ClubSport, Senator and GTS bring power gains, revised suspensions and fresh styling

More power and torque for HSV's 30 Years specials

What is Autonomous Emergency Braking and can we trust it?

It's possible all new cars will feature AEB in the near future, but is your car braking for you always a good thing? It's clever tech, but not perfect yet.

Are you ready for your car to take control of braking for you?

Audi S4 and S4 Avant road test and review

CRACKING ALL-ROUNDER: A turbocharged V6, stunning design and high-tech inclusions ensure the new Audi S4 sedan and wagon look fine value despite a $100,000 price tag.

Sporty sedan and wagon without the trash talk

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