‘On the couch’ with Jasminda
DEAR Jasminda, How do we deal with friends who want to come and stay over the holidays who are not vaccinated? I’m not so much worried about our health, but we are in contact with vulnerable people, and I…
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A woman who was pulled from the water at a Coffs Harbour beach today has died
About 12:50pm (Monday 3 January 2022), emergency services were called to Park Beach at Coffs Harbour, after reports a woman had been pulled from the water unconscious. She was treated by witnesses prior to the arrival of police and…
Coffs Coast to host finale for the FIA Asia Pacific Rally Championship
THE location for the final round of the RSEA Safety Motorsport Australia Rally Championship is locked in, with the event also hosting a significant international rally event. The picturesque Coffs Coast will be home to the November event, the…
Coffs Masters Swimming Club invites you to check them out
Swimming is a way of life… COFFS Harbour Masters Swimming Club (CHMS) is rebuilding for several reasons, the club’s President Hilary Young, told News Of The Area. “The motto of Fitness, Fun and Friendship comes about with swimming together,”…
North Coast Football release key dates for 2022
NORTH Coast Football has released the key dates for its upcoming seasons in 2022. North Coast Football’s Community Football competitions kick off with Round 1 on Saturday, 2 April. The 2022 Community Football seasons will consist of 18 rounds…
Emergency Service reminders for the Summer
PREPARE a plan, don’t drive through flood water and swim between the flags – these are some of the summer safety tips NSW emergency service agencies have shared as the holidays approach. Minister for Police and Emergency Services David…
Celebrating Australia Day on the MidCoast
MIDCOAST Council will mark Australia Day 2022 by welcoming new citizens at a citizenship ceremony to be held as part of the Combined Services Clubs of Taree event. The citizenship ceremony will be a special part of the community…
Affordable holiday fun in Port Stephens
AFTER a whirlwind of a year, the school holidays are here and News Of The Area has your guide to family-friendly, fun and affordable events to keep everyone entertained. JD’s World of Magic Award-winning magician Joel Howlett is bringing…
Raymond Terrace Fire & Rescue wraps up 2021 with record incidents
RAYMOND Terrace Fire & Rescue has had a huge year in 2021, attending a record 513 incidents at the time of writing. For those who may not be aware, the Brigade does so much more than just tending to…
Up and walking – NNSWF’s Walking Football pilot program to return in 2022
NORTHERN NSW Football’s Walking Football pilot program will return for term one 2022. Men and women aged 50 years and over were invited to take part in Northern NSW Football’s exciting walking football pilot program in May, with participants…