EVERY time it happens. I have now written a series of five local history books which tell of the earliest people and the pioneering families who dared to challenge the local elements in an effort to survive and hopefully, prosper.…
NEWS Of The Area (NOTA) contributors recently met to reflect on some of their stories and experiences in 2024. First up is Fingal Bay’s fishing legend John “Stinker” Clarke, who wished his “enthusiastic” readers a cracker New Year. Advertise with…
FINDING a path after school can be tricky, especially when you have additional needs, but Otto van de Wijgaart is taking charge of his future by following his passion. The Newcastle-based pop culture artist lives with autism and intellectual delay,…
TOMAREE High and Hunter River High are participating in a State Government program aimed at addressing a critical shortage of skilled welders. The local schools are among 73 statewide that have purchased a $35,000 Augmented Reality (AR) welding machine. Advertise…
THE STATE Government is encouraging farmers to take part in a trial that exempts farm vehicles used to fight fires from registration. Under the trial, participants can nominate a Farm Fire Fighting Vehicle (FFFV), or a vehicle used for firefighting…
THE M1 Pacific Motorway Extension to Raymond Terrace project has welcomed its first group of pre-employment program participants into long-term roles. A group of 12 Indigenous jobseekers, selected from more than 60 applicants, participated in a joint government-funded pre-employment program…
THIS time of the year is all about families. You are in the perfect place to take them all fishing. Here is a plan: Set up with rods for the kids and a tackle box (forget yourself). For bait, you…
ADDITIONAL funding to improve mobile phone connectivity across the Hunter region during disasters is now available. The Albanese Government has announced $55 million worth of grants through Round 8 of the Mobile Black Spot Program (MBSP). Advertise with News of…
LIVING or holidaying in this part of the world comes with an endless supply of outdoor activities, yet parents still struggle to keep their children off social media. And not for lack of trying. Advertise with News of The Area…
PORT Stephens is gearing up for its iconic New Year’s Eve fireworks display at Nelson Bay. The family-friendly festivities will commence at midday on Tuesday 31 December 2024, with live music and entertainment at D’Albora Marina. Advertise with News of…