HOW far would you go for a child in need? If one were to ask that question of Darren James and his partner Karen Jones, you might get a surprisingly specific response – 615.5 kilometres, at least. Advertise with News…
STAFF from Tomaree Community Hospital gathered at Nelson Bay Marina last Thursday, to raise awareness of their fight for fair pay and working conditions. It was the result of negotiations with the NSW Government again failing to result in a…
CHISHOLM’S Laurence Antcliff has been announced as the Liberal Party candidate to contest the seat of Paterson in the next federal election. Mr Antcliff, who grew up in Anna Bay, is the Apprentice Operations Manager at the Housing Industry Association.…
DEAR News Of The Area, A 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck Muswellbrook again last week and led to a sudden power outage affecting 2,732 homes and businesses. Had there been one of Dutton’s nuclear reactors operating in the Muswellbrook area, such…
AN initiative to improve physical and mental wellbeing for young girls while simultaneously providing an opportunity to improve connections with their Dads, is being offered in Port Stephens. Daughters & Dads Active and Empowered is a program developed by Professor…
DEAR News Of The Area, IN the Mayor’s column published in the Manning River Times on Friday 31 May 2024, the Mayor says in part that Council is developing a plan “which sets forth a path toward financial sustainability” and…
DEAR News Of The Area, A RESPONSE to Mayor Nikki Williams on the Jetty Foreshore development. We all want improvements at the Jetty Nikki, that we agree, however we do not believe Coffs Harbour should have to sell off its…
COFFS Harbour Surf Life Saving Club is abuzz with excitement as it prepares to host the 51st Craft Carnival this Saturday, featuring the prestigious Summer of Surf 5000 event. With competitors from across the nation ready to take on the…
COFFS Harbour and District Sporting Car Club has held the final round of its Khanacross series, during another big Sunday of high-octane racing at the Raleigh Motorsports Complex. A club spokesperson gave a recap of the sixth and final rounds…
DEAR News Of The Area, WHO is responsible for slashing the weeds on the approaches to the roundabout at the corner of Stadium Drive and the Pacific Highway? Council or the Transport Department? I’m a short person driving a small…