A NEWS Of The Area reader has been so moved by the care and attention she recently received from both ambulance medics and staff at Laurieton United Services Club (LUSC), that she has written in to share an open thank…
PORT Macquarie is among the top three choices for people wanting to buy in coastal or semi-rural locations in NSW, according to new data from technology company InfoTrack. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your…
THE Camden Haven Eagles JRLFC enjoyed two action-packed days of rugby league fun from 1-2 February, hosting well-attended “Come and Try Days”. Both days were open to current and past junior players, and anyone interested in learning more about the…
QUEENS Lake Sailing Club hosted the NSW Heron State Sailing Titles from 24-26 January, attracting 30 boats from across NSW and the ACT. Among those competing were six local sailors, including Queens Lake Sailing Club Commodore Dave Castleton, who sailed…
POLICE have confirmed their initial investigation of the fire that destroyed Laurieton Fishermen’s Co-op and Laurieton Seafoods on 15 January, shows an electrical fault was the likely cause. Their inquiries are still ongoing however, and they continue to appeal for…
SCHOOL maintenance and upgrades are underway at Macksville and Bellingen High Schools, as part of a “summer holiday works blitz” orchestrated by the NSW Government. The State Government is investing $698,000 to replace air conditioning and roofs at Bellingen High…
DEAR News Of The Area, THE Human Rights Commission launched its National Anti-Racism Framework in November last year. This is a timely piece of work that is underpinned by significant research, consultation and engagement with a wide range of Australians…
MARJ Cameron is turning 100 this month and the Camden Haven community is making sure the celebrations last for weeks. The war widow is a much-loved volunteer who many consider “family” (see this week’s Heart of the Haven). Advertise with…
THOUSANDS of parents are putting their feet up today, at least for a moment, now that school has started to resume across the Camden Haven. If you’ve waved goodbye to a child starting Kindy and think their beaming smile is…
CITIZEN scientists are becoming increasingly frustrated with the disconnect between the animal surveys they conduct, and those carried out by Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW). North Coast Environment Council spokesperson Susie Russell, cited the case of two endangered Greater Gliders…