IN THE wake of a dryer than average August and September, water deliveries in the Nambucca Valley are currently in high demand. Deliveries are taking up to three weeks to be filled even in the most urgent of cases, with…
HELICOPTER inspections of fire trails on the North Coast have been occurring to check trails and pinpoint any areas needing final maintenance prior to the summer bushfire season. The NSW Budget recently allocated an additional $10.6 million to maintain and…
THE Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR) is a not-for-profit organisation that connects common purposes and funding from government, business and philanthropy with the genuine local needs of rural people and places, and were pleased to be welcomed to…
THE recently formed Nambucca Valley Evening Branch (NVE) of the Country Women’s Association made their mark on the district this weekend as they experienced their first-ever participation in a community event at the Nambucca Plaza Markets on Sunday 8 October.…
SOME people may not be aware of the rarity of our local nature reserves. Less than one percent of these types of environments are still in their natural state in Australia. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth…
THE soulful sounds of blues and roots music have found a home on the Mid North Coast, thanks to a talented trio known as The Blues Boyz. Comprising Dave Ash on guitar and vocals, Neil Mathews on blues harp and…
RESULTS are in from the Stuarts Point and District Community Organisation (SPaDCO) inaugural writing competition after a call for stories with the localised theme of belonging, ‘Getting to the Point’, which attracted sixteen entries, a notable outcome to what is…
WITH over 450 radio stations across the country, community radio is a vital part of the nation’s media landscape. Community radio provides a contrasting range of viewpoints that enrich our social and cultural fabric, promote the distinct personalities of communities…
THE Valla Rod Run, now an annual event celebrating the artistry and craftsmanship of hot rod enthusiasts, took place in the Nambucca Valley from 24 to 30 September 2023. Paul Godfrey, President of the Drag-ens Hot Rod Club, told News…
SENATOR Tim Ayres, the Assistant Minister for Trade and Assistant Minister for Manufacturing, visited Nambucca Heads on the morning of 27 September with warm greetings from dedicated local ‘Yes’ supporters. The hour-long meet and greet and walking tour in Bowra…