THE Lolly Bug is a family owned business carrying over 1500 varieties of goodies! “We offer lollies, chocolates, gourmet foods and so much more,” The Lolly Bug team said. They also stock confectionery from around the world – English sweets,…
WITH eyes on attending the 26th Australian Jamboree in Queensland in 2025, local Scouts have been ramping up their preparations. Thousands of Scouts, Venturers, Rovers and group leaders from right across the country and the world will come together in…
LOOKING for a new experience this school holidays? Other than the real thing, this is the closest you may ever get to being a Top Gun fighter pilot. Applied Virtual Simulation (AVS) Newcastle, renowned for cutting-edge defence simulation technology and…
AMIDST a national cost-of-living crisis and housing shortage, residents in Port Stephens have been stumping up extra funds to Council through a rate increase, otherwise known as a Special Rate Variation (SRV). Adding to the financial pinch for property owners…
MOONSHADOW TQC Cruises is the largest cruise operator in Port Stephens with a multi-award winning service, operating for over 40 years. Dolphin Watching: Come and see why Port Stephens is regarded as the dolphin capital of Australia. Take your choice…
DEAR News Of The Area, THE Nambucca Valley has a long tradition of welcoming visitors in various locations for more than 45 years, having operated out of a caravan, the Entertainment Centre and other venues. It has always been manned…
A STATEWIDE search is underway for five bright young minds from rural communities as NSW Farmers opens applications for its 2024 Tertiary Scholarships. Each worth $4000 annually, the NSW Farmers 2024 Tertiary Scholarships will be awarded to members or their…
OVER the recent Easter break the Nambucca Valley Country Music Club held an event they labeled an ‘Eggstravaganza’ at the Nambucca Bowling Club, entertaining appreciative country music lovers and, as they always do, raising funds for vital community organisations. On…