THE oldest of the “Old Salts” were the original Worimi fishermen and women who harvested the animals of the sea as they did those of the land. When your very existence can depend on your ability to gather shellfish or…
WITH summer heat in full swing, RSPCA NSW is urging pet owners to take the necessary steps to keep their companions as cool and comfortable as possible. Just like us, our pets can easily become heat-stressed or dehydrated in warm…
A MAN has died after being pulled from the water in at Anna Bay. Just after 2.40pm on Wednesday 27 December, emergency services were called to Birubi Beach, Anna Bay, following reports four people had been pulled from the water.…
IT’S that time of year again, and as usual, Raymond Terrace Lions members have been busy helping the community prepare for the festive season by offering their Christmas gift wrapping service. For just a gold coin donation you can avoid…
NEW South Wales will prohibit the use, supply and manufacture of engineered stone from 1 July 2024. NSW joined most other states and territories in agreeing to ban the dangerous product by the middle of next year. Advertise with News…
THE NSW State Government is investing $73 million in Marine Rescue NSW over the next four years, following the volunteer water rescue service having its busiest year on record. The major funding was announced at Stockton last Friday, where a…
THE shared pathways around Seaham are officially connected with the installation of new informative signs that bring vibrancy to the area, enhance engagement with the environment, and encourage new visitors to the suburb. The project was possible thanks to a…
ELIGIBLE families and businesses in Medowie and Raymond Terrace will be able to upgrade to a full-fibre broadband connection as part of the Australian Government’s plan for a better National Broadband Network. These premises are among the 400,000 announced in…
THE Tomaree Ladies Probus Club, a group offering social opportunities for women aged over 55, recently celebrated its 30th Christmas Champagne Lunch. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us –…
A MAN has drowned at Birubi Beach in Anna Bay, becoming the third coastal drowning in nine weeks for the region. It comes after incidents at Boat Harbour, not far from Birubi, and Stockton in October and November, respectively. Advertise…