A GROUP of seven committed Christians, mostly from the Uniting Church, are working on developing a ministry to advocate for forests on the NSW North Coast. A major goal is to increase the involvement of Christians in efforts for forest…
AS a community venture supporting local growers and producers of food and plant products, Eungai Creek Farmers Market marked two years in operation last week. Held every Friday from 2pm to 5pm, outdoors or in the hall if the weather…
Get Ready Weekend Numerous fire brigades opened their doors over the weekend to provide advice and resources about preparing for the risk of a fire. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us.…
THE Bureau of Meteorology has declared that a third La Niña event is underway in the Pacific, increasing the likelihood of above-average rainfall during Spring and Summer in eastern Australia. Dr Simon Bradshaw, the Climate Council’s Director of Research said,…
THE Bureau of Health Information (BHI) has released its latest Healthcare Quarterly report, showing activity and performance for public health services in NSW during April to June 2022. BHI Acting Chief Executive Hilary Rowell said patients typically waited longer for…
A MOTORIST passing on the nearby highway noticed and reported the fire enveloping the Unkya Reserve storage shed at approximately 2am on Thursday 8 September. Emergency services attended swiftly but were unable to save the building, which in daylight revealed…
LAST weekend a number of Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters took part in the 2022 Melbourne Firefighters Stair Climb along with 600 other firefighters and other Emergency Service Personnel; stepping up to fight depression, PTSI and suicide by climbing the…
Foot and Mouth Disease Farmers are being encouraged to participate in the NSW Government’s largest ever pest management campaign to minimise the risk of Foot and Mouth Disease spreading through feral animal populations if an incursion was to occur. Advertise…
LOCAL pre-school students are set to receive vital education on the importance of safety in an online environment, thanks to a new book and app funded by a $90,000 grant from the Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation. Carly Bush of the…
THE Red Cross is currently recruiting volunteers to undergo training and be ready to act when future emergencies arise. From helping people who have been evacuated to letting people know their family and friends are safe, Red Cross volunteers play…