Council votes to amend LEP to limit intensive blueberry farming Nambucca Valley Nambucca Valley by News Of The Area - Modern Media - April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 NAMBUCCA Valley Council unanimously resolved to pursue amendments to the Local Environmental Plan (LEP) limiting intensive horticultural developments in the area at last Thursday’s General Meeting held in Scotts Head. A planning proposal will be forwarded to the Minister for Planning to amend the Nambucca Valley LEP 2010 to make
Nelson Bay Golf Club named finalists in sustainability award Port Stephens Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - April 18, 2024 THE team at Nelson Bay Golf Club are celebrating after being nominated as finalists in the Environmental Sustainability category of the 2024 Clubs NSW Clubs & Community Awards. “Our submission, titled ‘Putting Nature First’, showcased Nelson Bay Golf Club's work for the environment in our community,” the Golf Club’s Brooke
Stroud Show tradition continues despite relentless rain Myall Coast Myall Coast by News Of The Area - Modern Media - April 17, 2024 REAL country spirit was exhibited at the Stroud Show, Friday to Sunday 5-7 April, as horse-masters, dog owners, and dignitaries alike braved the savage weather to continue the annual tradition. Friday’s main arena hosted some very wet horses and their riders/leaders, with the led and ridden classes and sporting program
Dad celebrates 100th blood donation with daughter’s first donation Coffs Coast Coffs Coast by News Of The Area - Modern Media - April 12, 2024 CELEBRATING his 100th blood donation recently, Sawtell resident Greg Wishnowsky was joined by his eighteen-year-old daughter Kiara, who was donating blood for the first time. “To be able to do my one hundredth donation with my daughter when she is doing her first makes it extra special,” Greg, 57, told
Independent PFAS review received by Federal Government Port Stephens Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - April 11, 2024 THE Federal Government has received the independent review of land uses around key Defence bases impacted by per-and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination. The review was commissioned to deliver on the Government’s election commitment to explore alternative uses for land impacted by PFAS. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth
The Nambucca Valley Country Music Club continues to give back to the community Nambucca Valley Nambucca Valley by News Of The Area - Modern Media - April 11, 2024 OVER the recent Easter break the Nambucca Valley Country Music Club held an event they labeled an ‘Eggstravaganza' at the Nambucca Bowling Club, entertaining appreciative country music lovers and, as they always do, raising funds for vital community organisations. On the day the Nambucca Valley Country Music Club was able to
Tea Gardens Local History group installs Singing Bridge 50th anniversary library display Myall Coast Myall Coast by News Of The Area - Modern Media - April 10, 2024 HISTORY was on full display at the Tea Gardens Library on the 50th Anniversary of the Singing Bridge, christened ‘Bridge Day’, on Saturday 6 April, thanks to the Tea Gardens Family Research and Local History Group (TGFRLHG). Crowds gathered inside the Council library to view and reminisce over the three
Educators and emergency services combine for workshop Nambucca Valley Nambucca Valley by News Of The Area - Modern Media - April 5, 2024 THE Department of Education sponsored a ‘Beyond the Emergency Assembly Point’ (BTEAP) workshop at Nambucca Heads on Thursday 7 March. The aim of this workshop was to help participants learn practical strategies to ensure the safety and well-being of young children during emergencies. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth
Jaliigirr donates koala rescue equipment to WIRES Coffs Coast Coffs Coast by News Of The Area - Modern Media - April 5, 2024 KOALA rescue equipment was recently handed over to local WIRES Mid North Coast volunteers at a morning tea held at the Coffs Harbour Botanic Gardens. Thanks to the donation made by the Jaliigirr Biodiversity Alliance, the small network of local volunteers are better equipped for their role at the front
Work to commence on playgrounds across Port Stephens Port Stephens Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - April 3, 2024 WORKS will soon commence to upgrade five playgrounds across Port Stephens to improve the wellbeing and liveability of local communities. Korora Oval at Salamander Bay is the first in line for a new playground, designed for all abilities and ages. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it