DEAR News Of The Area, I WROTE to the paper a few years ago about the spiralling price of clothing in op-shops. Since then, they have continued to increase prices, including those that were always reasonable before. In last week’s…
LYNDEE Thomas swooped back to base like a homing pigeon to win a nail-shredder at the Nambucca Heads Island Golf Course. The 18-marker had a troubled start in the women’s stableford competition on Wednesday, 22 January, with not so magnificent…
LOCATED in Laurieton, M&H Mechanical & 4WD is your trusted local service provider for all things automotive including repairs, servicing, diagnostic, 4WD needs and diesel tuning. Owned and operated by Mat and Hayley, this family-run business has earned a stellar…
DEAR News Of The Area, I am amused that Bruce Murray (NOTA 16 January 2025) is again spouting nuclear power fantasies, claiming that Australia could build 6 GW of nuclear power for only $A 60 billion ($A 10,000/kW). Meanwhile, back…
TANYA moves in with her grandmother, Helen, for several years before she signs a rental agreement and continues to stay there until Helen’s death. Helen makes a will, dividing her estate equally amongst her children and Tanya, with the effect…
PORT Stephens Council is updating its vegetation and koala habitat mapping to better identify key areas where koalas are located in the region. Mayor Leah Anderson and Chair of Council’s Comprehensive Koala Plan of Management Committee said the critical vegetation…
PORT Stephens Council has announced the opening of its annual International Women’s Day Scholarship program, with four $1,000 scholarships available to support local women in achieving their personal and professional goals. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth…
COMMUNITY groups in the Camden Haven are invited to apply for funding through the Kendall Community Op Shop Grants Program. With up to $30,000 available per grant, the program provides vital support to not-for-profit organisations working in community services, sport…