WITH the retail price of mud crabs hovering around $60/kg they were a much sought after crustacean by both professional and recreational fisherfolk alike. They still are, although the price has crashed to around the $20 mark. This was…
WHAT a difference a year can make. This time last year, Clayton Hattam and his family were grappling with the impacts of severe drought on their mixed farming enterprise in Booral, in the Stroud Valley. The Hattam family…
THE koala is iconic both here in Australia and internationally. The bear, that isn’t a bear, is rare and hard to spot. Its population has been decimated by recent bushfires. Add to this the high incidence of illness and…
FOR almost four decades, Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Meals on Wheels (MOW) has been providing a much-needed service to the older residents in the area. The organization has grown considerably from its humble beginnings in the Uniting Church Hall…
NATHALIE Craig is a name that would bring back fond memories for many readers of the NOTA. They will remember Nathalie – a young, vibrant woman fresh out of University beginning her journalism career writing the NOTA almost single…
FOR many getting their affairs in order is something that can be put off for another day. However, during Wills Week we are reminded that having a valid will can save a great deal of difficulty for those left…
LOCAL community fundraising group, the Pearls of Port Stephen, donated $3000 towards Hunter Medical Research following their very successful ‘Buy my Wardrobe’ fundraising event held on 23 January. Member, Kerry Patterson, told News Of The Area, “Thanks to the…
IN our community there are many people who are quietly making very real differences to the lives of others. They are our carers. They are literally performing an ultimate act of love, for a partner, a parent, a child…
VALENTINE’S Day is quickly approaching, and so it’s time to showcase some feel-good love stories from the Myall Coast. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981…
FIRST day of school is always a nerve wracking one for kindergarten students and their parents. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us…