Clarence Valley Independent

Geoff Helisma. “The total land value for the North Coast NSW region increased by 28.7 per cent between July 1, 2020, and July 1, 2021 – from $89.3 billion to $115.5 billion”, Valuer General NSW writes in its  January 18 report.

Emma Pritchard. The men, aged 84 and 87, were asleep inside a Hoof Street residence when an unknown person attempted to gain entry to the premises by removing a flyscreen and climbing through a bedroom window shortly after 4am ... “There have been a lot of thefts and break-ins across Grafton recently," said a nearby resident.

Emma Pritchard. As Irene Armstrong gazes up into the leafy canopies of the trees outside her home, she estimates the population of the newest residents, who first appeared at the end of January, has grown to more than 40000 ... Their constant shrieking, feeding, habitat destruction, offensive odour and waste products are driving locals batty ... In NSW, flying foxes are protected ... The grey headed flying fox is also listed as vulnerable ...

Emma Pritchard. Members of the local community were invited to have a cuppa with Clarence Valley Councillors last week ... residents arrived at the Grafton Council Chambers in Prince St and spent the morning chatting with councillors, sharing their concerns, identifying areas of improvement, and raising awareness of community events.

Barbara Linley has always been passionate about animals ... Barbara was concerned about the dwindling numbers of coastal emus, with less than 50 of the critically endangered species thought to roam local bushland.

Frank Lampard. After celebrating their 40 Year Anniversary in 2021 The Maclean Bobcats Men’s and Womens Premier League Football (soccer) teams embark on season 2022 with renewed vigour. The proud club with a trophy laden history is renowned for developing local talent from all over the Clarence Valley as young players gravitate to the only club that can offer Premier League level football.

Emma Pritchard. She is one of the most charismatic entertainers in Australia and a self-described proud Graftonian, and now, Brooke McClymont has entered the jungle to try and win $100000 for her local community.

Emma Pritchard. Cohen Daly has a dream. It’s a dream which he is determined to see come true. And nothing, not even a battle against aggressive bone cancer, will prevent the strong-willed teenager with the beautiful smile from fulfilling his ambition.