DONNING an Australian Matildas jumper in a soccer World Cup is the ultimate goal for any aspiring female footballer. At the ripe age of eleven budding goalkeeper Sophie Tobin dreams of one day representing her country and showing her wares…
BOTH MidCoast and Port Stephens Council will receive funding through the NSW Government to support active travel to and from schools. On the Myall Coast, MidCoast Council will receive $396,000 towards building a sealed footpath along Marine Drive to allow…
DEAR News Of The Area, AT long last, Mr Dutton has revealed (ABC TV, 19 June) that his nuclear proposals are not commercially supported by private enterprise companies. Instead, the Opposition has opted for a socialistic approach, whereby taxpayers cough…
THIS July the Jetty Memorial Theatre in Coffs Harbour plays host to two spectacular performances celebrating the timeless music of legendary 20th-century musicians, promising an unforgettable experience for all music lovers. First up is ‘Piaf & Aznavour – Back in…
BELLINGEN FC hosted a gala day on Sunday 23 June at Connell Park as part of North Coast Football Female Football Week. Despite early morning rainfall that continued through the day, resulting in more puddles than grass, a successful program…
DYLAN Edwards has proudly represented his state in Australian sport’s biggest rivalry. The former Bellingen Valley/Dorrigo Magpies junior made his State of Origin debut last week, playing fullback for the NSW Blues in their 38-18 win against Queensland during Game…
COFFS Harbour is set to host Australia’s best junior rugby league talent, with future NRL stars in action from this Sunday at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium. The Australian Secondary Schools Rugby League National Championships (Boys and Girls 18 and…
DICKENS Assessment and Training Services (DATS) is a privately owned registered training organisation (RTO) specialising in the delivery of quality training and assessment for the civil construction industry. DATS hosts regularly scheduled short courses for SafeWork NSW High Risk Work…
SKYDIVERS all over the world will take a leap of faith on Saturday 13 July, uniting on the inaugural World Skydiving Day to attempt a world record for the most skydives completed in a single day. Operating in the area…
COUNCILLORS approved City of Coffs Harbour’s Delivery Program and Operational Plan at Council’s 27 June meeting, with rates for the 2024/25 year also confirmed. Rates will increase by 5.6 percent, comprising the 4.6 percent rate peg plus a one percent…