HAS anyone noticed that items on shelves in supermarkets and shops are spread out a bit more than before, and more and more items seem to be unavailable? There have been several warnings in national media recently that, because…
BOWRAVILLE Community Preschool is one of around fifty eligible early childhood education services in NSW that will receive grant funding to provide Aboriginal children and families with additional support to participate in 600 hours of quality early childhood education…
A NEW fleet of drones will be deployed to help prevent shark attacks with custom first-aid kits and technology rolled out to surf clubs up and down the NSW coast as part of a new strategy to help save…
THE establishment of a self-drive art trail along the Barrington Coast has taken a significant step forward, with a pair of successful concepts chosen to feature on prominent water reservoirs at Barrington and Tea Gardens. Newcastle-based architectural design firm…
THE release of an explosive ABC Four Corners report last week, highlighting the potential development of beachside land in Hawks Nest, has sent shockwaves through the Myall Coast. The program alleged links between the development of the site and…
A PLACE plan for Karuah, designed to improve liveability, increase well being and deliver economic growth in the area, was endorsed for exhibition at last week’s Port Stephens Council meeting. The Karuah Place Plan will provide the framework for…
FOLLOWING the campaign to ensure every MidCoast household has a bushfire survival plan, MidCoast Council is now urging local businesses to Get Ready for emergencies too. Being prepared can improve recovery; it can mean the difference between your business…
THE Coramba Hotel celebrated Halloween with a festival of activities as children dressed up as witches, ghosts and ghouls in a fully decorated haunted house. The children enjoyed a spooky kids’ food menu and won prizes galore for best…
WHEN Nambucca Heads local Ollie Walshe finished work with a previous employer in the area, he faced some challenges finding work due to his disability. But he never let this hold him back. Ollie, a keen worker and active…
APPLICATIONS are now open to improve our local fishing environments. It’s all about improving the surrounding areas where fishers enjoy their sport. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us…