FAMILY-OWNED Hebby’s Bakery, which has operated in Gloucester since 1935, appeared via a solicitor in Gloucester Local Court on 12 February to answer thirteen charges brought by MidCoast Council alleging breaches of the Food Standards Code. The Australian Institute of…
THE public is invited to have its say on two new schemes aimed at addressing gambling harm and money laundering while supporting a thriving hospitality industry. The community can give feedback on consultation papers for a proposed third-party exclusion scheme…
A NEW cohort of kindergarten students began their formal education at Tea Gardens Public School (TGPS) with a special assembly on Friday 14 February. “At our school, we are excited to witness the growth and development of our kindergarten students…
AFTER “weeks of consideration”, Maitland Mayor Philip Penfold has officially announced his intention to run as an Independent for the seat of Paterson in the upcoming Federal election. Mr Penfold said he intends to offer voters “a clear alternative to…
THE NSW Police Force and the NSW Government have announced a $500,000 reward for information into the murder of Duncan Campbell one year ago. Duncan Campbell, then aged 58, was last seen on Sunday 4 February 2024 in Albany Street,…
OLYMPIAN Peter Bol found himself in a thrilling duel with 17-year-old Daniel Williams from Hyland Park at last week’s Adelaide Invitational World Continental Tour. In his comeback race, Bol was stunned when Williams surged ahead with 300m to go in…
BELLINGEN advocacy group Housing Matters is inviting local residents to attend the upcoming launch of “Homes for Health”. The initiative aims to find a community-driven solution to the urgent housing crisis affecting healthcare workers in Bellingen and Dorrigo and is…
IN an initiative to address rates of youth crime in regional areas, the State Government has partnered with the National Rugby League (NRL) and the Police Citizens Youth Club (PCYC) on a youth engagement program. Advertise with News of The…
PORT Stephens councillors Mark Watson and Ben Niland successfully called for a review of garbage services in public locations during peak holiday periods. Parks and reserves receive high tourist traffic during peak seasons, so Council had made the decision to…
DEAR News Of The Area, REGARDING MidCoast Council’s “Have your say” on assets and services survey, readers and ratepayers should be cautious. Choosing to maintain everything to “Good” standard would seem to require a 46.6 percent increase to rates, while…