PUBLIC sector Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA) members at Coffs Harbour Hospital stopped work for an hour last week as they ramped up their fight for a 15 percent pay increase. NSWNMA General Secretary Shaye Candish, said that after more…
A BUMPER run of Bunnings Barbeques and the combined efforts of local Rotary clubs will support the Men’s Health Rural Education Van known as MHERV. The Rotary Clubs of Coffs Harbour, Coffs Harbour Daybreak, Coffs Harbour City, Dorrigo, Sawtell and…
RESEARCH from Sapphire Beach nutrition scientist Dr Flávia Fayet-Moore has highlighted the ‘Vitamin D mushroom’ as an important food source for addressing Australia’s poor vitamin D intake. The research suggests that consuming around three sun-exposed mushrooms, four times a week,…
TWO koalas have been released into the bush, healthy and happy, after being relocated from the Coffs Harbour bypass alignment. The marsupials, named Scott and Tippee by the project team, were taken into care after they were spotted in a…
FORTY-TWO candidates will be listed on the ballot paper for the City of Coffs Harbour council election on Saturday, 14 September, with all running as members of a group. Six groups are Independent or unaffiliated while Labor and The Greens…
FORESTRY Corporation staff have found a rare Coastal Emu nest containing nine eggs, giving hope to the future of the endangered population. Lead Forestry Officer Kurt Holzhauser, discovered the nest in a state forest near Grafton during a broad area…
BELLINGEN Shire Council has voted to adopt the LGA’s Coastal Management Program (CMP). The CMP will now be sent for certification by Climate Change and Environment Minister Penny Sharpe. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for…
THE Coffs Coast Community Drug Action Team says Saturday’s International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is part of a year-round effort to minimise harm caused by alcohol and other drugs. Now in its 24th year, IOAD is also an opportunity to…
CATHERINE’S Black Garlic Paste, grown in Coramba, has won gold at Sydney’s Royal Fine Food Show. With a score of 92.17 out of 100, the paste was the clear winner of its category. Advertise with News of The Area today.…
COUNCIL voted unanimously at its 8 August meeting to adopt the Coffs Harbour Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Plan, an associated Cultural Heritage Map and an amendment to the Development Control Plan. “This will provide greater clarity for the local Gumbaynggirr people,…