GREENS candidates for Oxley and Coffs Harbour have called for the immediate implementation of nurse to patient ratios, and improved pay for nurses and midwives. Dominic King, Greens Candidate for Oxley, said nurses are “worn out” after three years of…
A CALL-OUT for volunteer First Responders by the Nana Glen Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) in early March caught the eye of Missy Allen, whose family are forever grateful for the speedy response of the team and their dedicated emergency…
IN A tasty bid to tempt curiosity and commitment to their community growing space initiative, CUPS Coffs Inc. (Community Use Permaculture Space) is giving away uncommon native fruit trees to anyone who signs up to become a member on their…
FOLLOWING a recent meeting with local Fire Brigade Employees Union (FBEU’s) representatives, Labor state election candidate Tony Judge has pledged to fight for an increased supply of firefighters, as well as improved pay and conditions. Union member Nat La Macchia…
PRESENTING his vein at Australian Red Cross Lifeblood Coffs Harbour Donor Centre for the 87th time, Shane Middleton is warmly welcomed for his O Negative blood, a blood type that is particularly in demand. With Easter around the corner, Australian…
DESCRIBING the housing crisis facing Australia as a “national disgrace” and “national emergency”, Chippendale’s Lee Howe is standing as an independent for the Upper House in Saturday’s NSW State Election. Ms Howe said it is a key responsibility of government…
COFFS Quilters and Needlecraft Inc (CQ&N) have been busily knitting and crocheting squares for the Wrap with Love Inc (WWL) charity, which has put out an urgent call for more supplies. Some 3,750 Wrap with Love blankets have already been…
THE Cronulla Sutherland Sharks have announced their From the Heart Giving Partners for 2023; supporting charities, not-for-profits and community organisations. These partners are one national, two from the Sutherland Shire and one regional. Advertise with News of The Area today.…
THE Malaami Project will be held at the Bellingen Showgrounds over the weekend of 25 and 26 March. The Project was developed through a close collaboration between Gumbaynggirr elders and leaders and the Bellingen-based Centre for Ecological Learning. Advertise with…
A THOUSAND-PLUS people attended the Living Well Expo, held at C.ex Coffs on Wednesday 8 March, with the organisers declaring the event a huge success. The driving purpose of the event, led by Blue Sky Community Services and Lifetime Connect,…