THE Australian Government’s successful Volunteer Grants program will continue for another year with volunteer organisations being encouraged to apply for funding to support their activities in 2022-23. Federal Member for Lyne Dr David Gillespie said the program had assisted many…
LOCALS around Hawks Nest are continually frustrated by well meaning individuals endangering the local dingo population by feeding them. There are not too many communities in NSW where a stable population of dingoes are in residence. Advertise with News of…
MYALL University of Third Age (MU3A) is inviting interested persons to join a new Community Music Group, with the object of meeting to share an interest in playing ukulele, guitar, banjo or any other suitable instrument in a safe well…
MIDCOAST Council has established a Bulahdelah Highway Service Centre – Planning Agreement Reference Group. Following the Council meeting on 24 August, the group’s terms of reference were unanimously supported. The group will consist of Councillors Katheryn Smith (co-chair), Paul Sandilands…
THE MidCoast region could benefit from a share in $120 million in funding from the NSW Government to fast-track the delivery of essential infrastructure and unlock thousands of homes in the regions. MidCoast Council is one of 41 Councils across…
PORT Stephens Council has released reports for Phase 0 and Phase 1 of ‘Our Funded Future’. In June 2022, Council adopted its 2022-2023 Integrated Planning and Reporting documents which includes the Long Term Financial Plan. Advertise with News of The…
LOCAL pre-school students are set to receive vital education on the importance of safety in an online environment, thanks to a new book and app funded by a $90,000 grant from the Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation. Carly Bush of the…
OUR marinas are a large part of our lifestyle and tourism experiences. They offer restaurants, berths and facilities for boats, a place to stroll and plenty of photo opportunities. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for…
COUNCILLOR Leah Anderson has called for Port Stephens Council to find solutions for homelessness. Following the Council Meeting on 23 August, Cr Anderson raised a notice of motion urging Council to take the homelessness crisis seriously and provide a report…
Heatherbrae Fire AT approximately 11pm on Thursday 25 August, emergency services were called to a caravan fire at Heatherbrae. The occupant was woken by a working smoke alarm and managed to escape with only minor injuries. Advertise with News of…