THE Spring school holidays officially end today and that means hundreds of visiting families are about to pack away the beach shades, load the kids in the car, and hit the highway home. Also on the road will be those…
A DOZEN people have been arrested in the week since the Forestry Corporation of NSW resumed logging in the Bulga State Forest, west of Comboyne. The group “Save Bulga Forest” (SBF) is disrupting harvesting out of concern for the area’s…
WAUCHOPE’S annual Yesteryear Truck & Machinery Show drew enthusiasts from across the state and beyond to Wauchope Showground from October 4-7. Departing from its usual July schedule, the change to a spring show was met with approval by organisers and…
THE Laurieton United Services Club (LUSC) played host to the inaugural exhibition and sale of works from the Laurieton group of the Hastings Valley Fine Arts Association (HVFAA) from 5-7 October. Organisers told NOTA the exhibition was a success, with…
I CAN’T believe how quickly this year has disappeared as we head into October. Over the coming months we should start to see a few reports further north of the annual black marlin migration down the coastline and for any…
PILOT Beach has long been a hidden gem in the Camden Haven, known for its quiet charm, safe swimming conditions, and appeal to families. Located just south of the better-known beaches of Bonny Hills and North Haven, this small unpatrolled…
FROM locally grown fruit and vegetables to stunning photography, there was something for everyone at Kendall’s monthly market on Sunday, 6 October. Residents and visitors alike flocked to the vibrant market to explore the diverse array of stalls and services…
INDIGENOUS knowledge and ties to land that have survived despite colonisation will be key to supporting fundamental shifts that reverse the destruction of nature, a global summit has been told. The three-day event began in Sydney on Tuesday to explore…
FEW coercive control offenders are being brought before the NSW courts, months after the offence was written into law. New data from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research found that since coercive control legislation was introduced in July,…
A SERIES of coinciding events will celebrate Comboyne’s unique history and current charm on Sunday, 13 October. Gardens across Comboyne will open for a ‘Spring Garden Walk’ from 9am to 4pm, featuring “local food, produce, flowers, plants, art and history”.…