LOCALS interested in exploring and expanding their creative writing skills recently attended two free community workshops, with event feedback indicating positive results. Facilitator Denni Scott David, a digital media practitioner, welcomed eight participants to a South West Rocks workshop on…
NAMBUCCA Valley Council has revised a number of its library management policies. Key changes include the removal of wording regarding overdue fines which were abolished in July 2023, clarification of age restrictions on virtual reality and gaming systems, and a…
THE South West Rocks Community Art Gallery (SWRCAG), in collaboration with Rotary South West Rocks and Macleay Valley Coast, will present the first annual ‘Sculptures Rock’ sculpture prize in December and January. Nambucca Valley artists are invited to make submissions,…
AUSTRALIA’S road toll is rising and “brave” decisions such as lowering speed limits are needed to help reach the goal of halving fatalities by 2030, a peak safety body says. There were 1258 deaths on the nation’s roads in 2023…
AN environmental report on the upgrade of the Macksville Bridge is now available to be viewed by the public. Transport for NSW (TfNSW) recently called for public submissions on a review of environmental factors about the plans to carry out…
THE Bowraville Theatre Singers have reached the significant milestone of delivering 20 years of captivating performances. To celebrate turning 20 the choir will present a special concert featuring some of their favourite songs from over the years, a diverse range…
THE Nambucca Valley has elected a new council and a new mayor. Gary Lee of Utungun was elected to the position of Mayor after securing 37 percent of first preference votes. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth…
MACKSVILLE Post Office is not equipped to deal with the growth the town has experienced in recent years, according to outgoing Nambucca Valley Mayor Rhonda Hoban. In particular, storage of parcels presents a large and visible problem with the office…
FIFTY years of caring for the elderly was celebrated in style on Saturday night at NVC Group’s 50th anniversary Gala Dinner at the Macksville Ex-Services Club. It was a lively event featuring awards for some of the organisation’s key contributors…
THE Nambucca Senior Citizens Centre has recently been listed for sale with a local real estate agency. Home to the Nambucca Senior Citizens Club, the building is the club’s only asset, according to spokesperson Gary Nichols. Advertise with News of…