A HOLIDAY staple for more than 15 years, the R and R Property ‘Giving Trees’ return across the region in 2024. On 1 November, Christmas trees were erected and decorated at R and R Property’s offices in Bulahdelah, Stroud, Gloucester,…
THE Christmas theme takes a rest this week to make room for one of the biggest swings of the year, Wicked: Part One. Yes, the carols may not be playing but you can expect people to be singing at the…
THE Gloucester University of the Third Age (U3A) provides locals the opportunity to continue learning and teaching well into their senior years. Research on happiness and longevity highlights the value of exercise, social connectedness, the pursuit of hobbies, and the…
THE Planning Department has received 96 submissions in response to the proposed Stratford Renewable Energy Hub. As reported in the 30 October edition of News Of The Area, the public consultation period for the project closed on 29 October. Advertise…
WHAT is an acceptable level for the condition of public assets? That’s the question MidCoast Council is asking the community during a telephone survey in November and December. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your…
WEEKEND hours have been extended at Gloucester Olympic Swimming Pool. The outdoor Olympic pool, as of 16 November, is now open from 11am to 6pm on Saturday and Sundays. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for…
ANYONE driving through the village of Craven could not fail to notice the old weatherboard church on the corner of the Bucketts Way and Woods Road. The building has seen better days. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
THE first Tuesday in November may well be the day the famous Melbourne Cup is staged, but it also marks the running of Gloucester’s Bakers Creek Cup. The Bakers Creek Cup is a charity event featuring local stockmen and women…
MYSTERY surrounds the old run-down Gloucester Machinery property opposite Billabong Park in Denison Street. The site has been vacant for some years but recently, Gloucester residents observed security fencing suddenly being erected around the site. Advertise with News of The…
GLOUCESTER Garden Club members participated in a diverse monthly meeting, learning about a new retail plant nursery as well as plans for a renewable energy hub at Stratford and rehabilitation of the Duralie mine site. Woodside Plants, a familiar wholesale…