YOUNG people are being invited to explore innovative programs for their creative and social development at Nambucca Valley Phoenix in Bowraville. The community organisation offers a comprehensive program of workshops and classes for young people facilitated by professional staff. Advertise…
BLACK SPOTS in mobile phone coverage could be a thing of the past under a federal government scheme if Labor is re-elected. Telcos would be required to provide outdoor mobile coverage across all of Australia under laws to be introduced…
A NEW report from the McKell Institute has called for the Federal Government to expedite protections for labour hire workers in Australia’s horticulture sector. The McKell Institute report has been commissioned by Woolworths and the Retail Supply Chain Alliance –…
THE Coffs Harbour and District Eisteddfod has opened applications for Round One of its prestigious Performing Arts Scholarships 2025. The scholarships aim to support and encourage talented young performers in their artistic journey, offering financial assistance to help further their…
COASTAL Claymakers will present their annual exhibition from 2-28 March at Nexus Community Gallery in Bellingen. A wide range of functional ware and sculptural pieces will be on display. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for…
REGULAR op shoppers will tell you there’s more to thrifting than saving money. It’s also about sustainability and, for some, the chance to stand out from the fast-fashion crowd. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for…
LIFELINE North Coast in Coffs Harbour will run a ten-week training course for Crisis Support volunteers from Thursday, 3 April. Through the work of these volunteers, the suicide support service has proven, overwhelmingly, to deliver life-saving assistance. Advertise with News…
THE Bellingen Shire Coastal Management Program (CMP) has been certified by Environment Minister Penny Sharpe, allowing Council to push forward with their plan for coastal protection. Council will now proceed with the formal gazettal of the CMP, ensuring its integration…
THE Coleman Smith Foundation’s Autumn 2025 funding round is now open, offering emerging sports stars the opportunity to win a cash boost to further their progress. The Foundation was set up in recognition of two local community icons for whom…
BOOKED out in three days, the Bellingen Readers and Writers Festival (BRWF) Schools Program is now running a waitlist. In the week leading up to the June long weekend, the hugely popular schools program brings six acclaimed authors and playwrights…