AN Australian-first rebate aimed at making parenthood easier for thousands of couples will be limited within months, sparking fears the move will drive down already declining birth rates. More than 14,000 women have been able to receive a $2000 cash…
A THIRD person has been charged over the alleged shooting of a man at Bago. Dahkota Harris, 27, appeared in Kempsey Local Court on Tuesday, 3 December, charged with kidnap in company with serious indictable aggravated bodily harm, and shoot…
THE 150th anniversary of Kendall Public School (KPS) was commemorated with an open day on Saturday, 30 November. The notable milestone saw current and former students, staff, parents and distinguished guests return to the playground to pay tribute to the…
IT’S that time of year when Busways unpacks its tinsel to bring a smile to passengers across the Camden Haven and Hastings. From Tuesday, ten buses on the Mid North Coast were sporting Christmas decorations, including those servicing Laurieton, Wauchope…
A $63 MILLION promise to build one new ambulance helicopter base a year in regional NSW has not really got off the ground 21 months in. Labor promised before the 2023 election to build three new helicopter ambulance bases in…
MEET Peter Nash, this week’s Heart of the Haven. On Boxing Day 1986, Peter, his wife Michelle and two young daughters moved to Camden Haven, setting up home in Kew. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it…
COUNCIL has approved modifications to the plans for an expansive home on one of the most prominent blocks of land in Bonny Hills, despite community objections. The 1566.6m2 angled block is at the corner of Ocean Drive and Beach Street,…
LOCAL volunteer community groups are being encouraged to apply for funding under the Volunteer Grants Program 2024-25. The Volunteer Grants program is part of the Australian Government’s commitment to assist volunteers and encourage volunteering. Advertise with News of The Area…
THE Kendall community will come together to celebrate a milestone birthday and a remarkable act of generosity. Milly Jones, a dedicated lifelong artist, has just turned 90 and is marking the occasion by donating her entire art collection to Community…
LAST weekend, the Mid North Coast fishing scene exploded with an unforgettable yellowfin tuna jackpot. The excitement began on Thursday and Friday when local anglers reported catches of these magnificent fish far out at sea. Advertise with News of The…