ABORIGINAL Elders and youth converged on Brigadoon Caravan Park at North Haven for a cultural camp from 21-23 March. The camp’s purpose was to provide opportunities for Indigenous young people to learn about and connect with their heritage, as well…
LABOR and the coalition have drawn level with voters as the prime minister prepares to call the federal election. The latest YouGov poll provided to AAP shows the opposition clawing back ground on the government, with the major parties tied…
THE Macksville Sea Eagles kicked off their 2025 campaign with a strong showing in pre-season trials last Saturday at Allan Gillett Oval. Taking on the Macleay Valley Mustangs from Group 3, the club fielded teams across Women’s Tackle, Reserve Grade…
LESLIE Williams has been recognised in State Parliament as “an unwavering woman of outstanding commitment”. Deputy Liberal Leader Natalie Ward addressed the House on Tuesday to “acknowledge and celebrate” Mrs Williams’ achievements during her 14 years as the Member for…
MORE than 20 Laurieton Public School (LPS) students have stepped into leadership roles in 2025, including as School, Vice, Sporting and House captains. Nine students have joined the school’s Student Representative Council (SRC). Advertise with News of The Area today.…
DEAR News Of The Area, YOUR correspondent, Janet Olney, seems concerned that one of the Independents in this electorate dares advertise her candidacy with the support of anonymous donors. Obviously you don’t recall that at about the time of Cyclone…
LAST weekend the Nambucca Roosters RLFC held their official Season Launch at the Nambucca Heads RSL Club, where they introduced team coaches, captains and inducted two individuals as Life Members. The honour of inducting the new Life Members went to…
COMMUNITY leader and cultural champion Lesley Schoer is the 2025 Coffs Harbour Electorate “Local Woman of the Year”. Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said Lesley was awarded the prestigious honour in recognition of her significant work and strong leadership…
