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…
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…
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…
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…
“IS the road to Buhladelah blocked?” I asked the postie as he stopped to deliver the mail. “No” he said, “You can still get through but there’s a warning of a new storm front coming. “There is an east…
THIS year Rotary is celebrating its centenary. Rotary clubs throughout Australia will not only be celebrating this milestone but will exercise the opportunity to further contribute to their communities and provide help to those in need. Helen Ryan past…
CONCERN over the holding of this year’s Anzac Day Commemorative Service at Coffs Harbour C.ex International Stadium has been raised within Coffs Harbour City Council. Cr Keith Rhoades raised a Matter of an Urgent Nature at Council’s ordinary meeting…
MORE than 1,000 General Practices, including those across the Hunter Region will join the COVID-19 vaccination program from this week. Federal Member for Lyne Dr David Gillespie said services supporting the Phase 1B Vaccine Rollout would come online from…
Plans for new buffer at Jimmys BeachCONTINUED storm conditions have taken a toll on Jimmys Beach and MidCoast Council will work next week to establish a new sand buffer before the winter storm period begins. Council has continued to…
CRIME in the Port Stephens area is at a high, particularly in regards to stolen motor vehicles. Since 1 January 2021, there have been over 140 incidents reported relating to motor vehicles, with 64 in January, 47 in February…