COHO Property has submitted a development application for an ambitious project in the Nelson Bay CBD. The Port Stephens-based developer’s proposal is to construct a ten-storey, 50-unit apartment building at the corner of Stockton and Tomaree streets. Advertise with News…
THE much-anticipated Medowie Christmas Carnival returns on Saturday 7 December, bringing the community together for a magical holiday celebration. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882.…
23 Scarborough Way, Dunbogan Open: Saturday 30 November 2024, 9:30am – 10:00am NESTLED in the picturesque riverside suburb of Dunbogan, this charming four-bedroom home offers a perfect blend of comfort and practicality. Its spacious layout is ideal for families, featuring…
SPREAD joy this festive season with the Aussie Battlers Christmas Hamper Appeal. Aussie Battlers is reaching out to the Camden Haven community to help make the festive season special for individuals and families in need. Advertise with News of The…
THE remains of magpies found dead or dying on a Bonny Hills lawn will undergo further forensic testing after an initial investigation found “no obvious reason for death”. Eight native birds were discovered by a dog walker last Tuesday, 19…
THE search is on for a suitable site for a new Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) station in Laurieton. Port Macquarie MP Leslie Williams met with Laurieton Fire and Rescue Captain Les King on Monday, 25 November to discuss plans…
THE new footbridge over Boambee Creek has opened to the public in time for the summer holiday season. The footbridge links Sawtell to the southern end of Boambee Beach, but the old structure had reached the end of its serviceable…
VOLUNTEERS from Marine Rescue Coffs Harbour completed a five-hour rescue mission last Thursday night, 21 November, after a catamaran became disabled in waters off Corindi. Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Rodney Page said the skipper of the disabled vessel contacted radio…
CHILD poverty is costing the Coffs Harbour-Grafton region $1.3 billion a year, according to landmark research commissioned by peak social services body, the NSW Council of Social Services (NCOSS). The report, titled “Lasting Impacts: The Economic Costs of Child Poverty…
SOUTHERN Cross University (SCU) is among regional institutions calling for urgent action to address the issues with the government’s planned international education reforms. In a surprise backflip, the Coalition last week sided with The Greens and Independents in opposing Labor’s…