THE idea of “heading north” derives from the era when Sydney surfers explored the potential of beaches along the coast to Queensland. For many, what started out as a surf trip eventuated into a full-blown relocation later coined a “seachange”…
NOMINATIONS are invited from community members interested in becoming members of the advisory committee for the Solitary Islands Marine Park. Solitary Islands Marine Park extends north from Coffs Harbour to Sandon River along about 75 km of coastline. Advertise with…
THE new-look Dorrigo Library was officially unveiled this week, with local booklovers celebrating the completion of a two-stage upgrade. The transformation of the library was made possible by generous support from the State Government through Public Library Infrastructure Grants. Advertise…
ONE of Australia’s most prolific auto history authors will launch his latest book in Coffs Harbour this Saturday, 30 November, celebrating 76 years since the first Holden rolled off the production line. Racing Humpy Holdens is Joel Wakely’s sixth book…
LIFE membership to the Fellowship of First Fleeters has been bestowed upon Robyn Condliffe, a member of the North Coast Chapter. Robyn is a beloved and well-respected member, and only the second person from the local chapter to be honoured…
IT was a packed house for ArtsNational Coffs Coast’s final talk for 2024. Almost 200 people filled the St John Paul College Theatre to hear Susannah Fullerton’s presentation, “Ten Novels That Changed The World”. Advertise with News of The Area…
IN commemoration of World AIDS Day on Sunday 1 December, Rainbow Coffs Harbour and ACON groups are getting together at the Big Banana as it turns red. Rainbow Coffs Harbour is a social and supportive LGBTQIA+ group, with over 1000…
WESLEY Community Services Ltd has received a $23,500 grant in the latest round of the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal’s (FRRR) Strengthening Rural Communities program Wesley’s successful application sought support to run five “Building Resilience” workshops as part of…
BONVILLE-Boambee VIEW Club is calling on the community to embrace the festive season spirit of giving by helping to raise funds for The Smith Family’s Christmas Appeal. The money will ensure thousands of students experiencing disadvantage can be supported in…
THE Dorrigo branch of the United Hospital Auxiliary (UHA) has celebrated a busy year of fundraising for the local hospital. In 2024, the hardworking volunteers donated $20,000 worth of medical equipment to the Dorrigo Multi-Purpose Service (MPS), including four Invisa…