WITH ANZAC Day approaching, it's probably appropriate to focus on the RAAF, as this year celebrates the centenary of its formation in 1921. We will also trace the service of a certain Grant Lindeman who retired as a distinguished WW2 commander to become an oyster farmer in Lemon Tree Passage. Today the
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Flood clean-up continues
WITH more than 40,000 tonnes of flood waste already collected from homes, businesses and streets across the MidCoast region, clean-up from the recent devastating floods is well and truly underway. The amount of waste removed on the first 14 days of the clean-up effort is significantly more than the 25,000 tonnes
Cane Toads Invading the Hunter
CANE toads were released in North Queensland in 1935 it was believed that they would help control beetles that were damaging sugar cane crops. These introduced pests have not only taken a foothold in Queensland but have migrated rapidly poisoning native species. This migration has seen multiple cane toads found in the
Bellingen and Repton townships to hold local ANZAC Day services
BELLINGER River RSL sub-branch has confirmed it will conduct this year’s ANZAC Day memorial services at Bellingen and Repton, following recent news that Coffs Harbour local government area RSL sub-branches have decided not to hold their Dawn Services and ANZAC Day marches at their local town cenotaphs. RSL Sub-branches at Urunga,
No Change In Coastal Drownings in 16 Years
THE University of UNSW has conducted the first in-depth review specific to coastal drownings. “We found that evaluation of coastal drowning prevention strategies is rare,” said William Koon, the lead author of the study and a PhD candidate in the School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences. “This means we simply don’t
Calling All Humanitarians – Nominations Open for Fred Hollows Humanitarian of the Year
DO you know an outstanding humanitarian? You could help them further their good work by nominating them in the inaugural Fred Hollows Humanitarian of the Year. The Fred Hollows Foundation is seeking the “Fred’s” in our community. People who go above and beyond, are driven by their passion and make a very real
Is Your Home Fire Safe and Ready For Winter
OUR homes are our castles but sometimes the place where we feel the safest are far from safe. The cooler months often see us bringing out old heaters and piggybacking multiple sockets in power points. This is often true for rental properties which sometimes don’t have power outlets where they work best
With Covid-19 vaccine now approved Coffs Harbour residents urged to book flu vaccination
COFFS Harbour residents are being urged by pharmacists not to be complacent this flu season and to make flu vaccinations a priority along with receiving the coronavirus vaccine in 2021 to ensure effective protection against the two separate and different viruses. TerryWhite Chemmart Coffs Harbour Pharmacist Tanya Maloney said the key
Community Voices Concerns Over Mambo Culvert
FORESHORE Drive has become the focal point of the storm damage in Port Stephens, with images of the washed out culvert appearing on capital city television news. EcoNetwork Port Stephens, a community-based environmental and sustainability network, have called for a thorough review of Foreshore Drive’s infrastructure and adjoining wetlands. “Such a review
