PROSPER Coffs Harbour Limited is using a $22,086 grant from the Australian Government’s Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants Program to deliver Bushfire Education Workshops in thirteen primary schools in the Coffs Harbour Local Government Area to help children feel less…
THE Boambee Bowerbird quilters are stitching up a storm in preparation for the return of their popular Quilt Show, which was postponed in 2020 due to Covid. The two-day Quilt Show is on Friday 28 October and Saturday 29 October…
BATMAN is coming to Coffs. “Yes, Batman, Robyn and their trusty Batmobile will be at the Coffs Coast Festival of Motor Sport Motor Show on Saturday, 5 November right here in Coffs Harbour,” Coffs City Rotary Club executive Bob Carle,…
ANGELA Martin, a former caller to Lifeline North Coast in her darkest hour, has stepped up to become interim CEO of the lifesaving organisation. Speaking during Mental Health Awareness Month, Angela shares her personal story. Advertise with News of The…
1 Bower Crescent, Toormina Price: $730,000-$750,000 3 beds/2 bed/2 car Land Size: 649.9sqm (approx.) View Online: www.unre.com.au/bow1 LOCATED approximately 3kms from Sawtell this three-bedroom home is sure to suit families, downsizers, and investors who are wanting a property where all…
JULIE Ferguson, founder of the Coffs Harbour chapter of food rescue charity OzHarvest, has folded up her famous yellow t-shirt for the last time and stepped down from her leadership role. “I am very proud of all the achievements over…
AUSTRALIA has an unenviable record for animal extinctions. Since European settlement we’ve lost national treasures like the Paradise Parrot, Desert Bandicoot, Toolache Wallaby and the Thylacine. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message…
NSW FARMERS say government red tape is hampering efforts to rebuild homes in flood-ravaged areas amidst a critical timber shortage. Bronwyn Petrie from the NSW Farmers Conservation and Resource Management Committee said $2 billion a year was being spent on…
NATIONAL Carers Week runs from Sunday 16 to Saturday 22 October 2022, with this year the 30th anniversary of the celebration of Australia’s carers. There are more than 850,000 carers across NSW. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
THE BowraMacksville branch of the United Hospital Auxiliary (UHA) has donated a $70,000 ultrasound machine to Macksville District Hospital using proceeds from its on-site café. Branch president Lorraine Edmondson said the donation of life-saving equipment was an amazing tribute to…