PORT Stephens has a colourful history particularly when it comes to WWII. Generally Australia was kept safe during WWII, partly through the efforts of the Diggers and the native people who supported them on the Kokoda Trail and of…
THE view from the summit of Tomaree Headland is one of the top views in the state. After being closed due to a landslide after the March 2021 storms the walkway to the summit has reopened. Tomaree Head Summit…
THE Nambucca Valley Emergency Services Team has been awarded the Australian Red Cross Distinguished Team Award. The Award was presented by Mr John Maclennan, Chairman of NSW Red Cross, in Sydney at World Red Cross Day celebrations, on 7…
IN what looks like a response to community feedback to date Council has launched yet another survey into dog use of beaches in and around the Anna Bay area. There was keen interest in maintaining the status quo for…
A STRATEGY that aims to manage and enhance tree canopy cover and green spaces across the region is currently on public exhibition. There’s no doubt that the leafy character of our towns and villages, and our rural and natural…
THE current Coffs Harbour Waste Management Facility debacle and the stench surrounding the facility in recent weeks caused much debate at Coffs Harbour City Council’s recent ordinary meeting. Long-time neighbour of the Englands Road Waste Management Facility Zeno Baston…
MID North Coast NSW Emergency Situations, an independent information page (not associated with any emergency service) have created a platform in which locals can document the disastrous March 2021 flooding of the Mid North Coast. Paul and his wife,…
WHILE Foreshore Drive is a key focus for Council, as the rebuild continues after the devastating severe rain event in March, this is only one of many areas that needs addressing. Other priorities include repairing damage caused by landslips,…
THE Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea is coming to Big 4 River Myall for the first time. Members of the community and visitors to the park will be gathering at the Camp Kitchen to raise funds for this worthwhile cause.…
VALLA’s Barru Working Kelpies have been busily showing off their skills recently, travelling up to the Coffs Harbour and Bellingen Shows Barru Working Kelpies Manager, Scott Amon, values the interaction with agricultural show visitors, saying, “If you want to…