DUNGOG’S beloved community radio station, Radio Dungog, is gearing up for a transformative period, with a new transmission tower launching in December and professional studios set to open in early 2025. The new 23-metre tower, located near Cooreei Hill, will…
DEAR News Of The Area, HOW good would it be to have an MP who listened to Coffs residents and properly represented them in the NSW Parliament? The planned development of the Coffs Jetty Foreshore precinct is a perfect example…
“I LISTENED, I cared and I did deliver.” These were among Dr David Gillespie’s final words to the Australian Parliament after almost twelve years as the Member for Lyne. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for…
IN the history of the Outer Light Arthur Murdoch has become somewhat of a legendary character. His book “Sheer Grit” is an outstanding record of his achievements, lifestyle and experiences written in a style which is a reflection of the…
DEAR News Of The Area, AS much as I believe in freedom of speech I was really taken aback by the letter from a Mr K Higgs in Thursday’s 21 November issue of the News Of The Area. The gentleman’s…
MAJOR reform has been promised to fix a $2 billion out-of-home care system after a review found it fails to meet the needs of vulnerable children or show that taxpayer funds are being properly spent. The analysis of NSW’s outsourced…
SWELTERING workers and residents were spared mass blackouts after being asked to go easy on air-conditioning and turn off lights and appliances during a heatwave. The energy regulator forecasted a shortfall in electricity supplies in NSW between 3.30pm and 5pm…
MIDCOAST Council’s tourism brand Barrington Coast has won double silver awards at the prestigious 2024 NSW Tourism Awards in Sydney, with local tourism businesses also among winners and finalists. The Awards celebrate the businesses delivering exceptional visitor experiences that showcase…
PORT Stephens Dragon Boat Club has jagged a joint venture with Central Coast Sea Dragons for major interstate competition regattas. The partnership enabled both clubs to compete at the recent Pan Pacific Masters Games on the Gold Coast under the…
DEAR Jasminda, MY husband’s hearing is getting progressively worse and yet he refuses to get hearing aids fitted. How can I encourage him to do so? Rowena K Dear Rowena, I HEAR you. A hearing specialist said to me recently…