THE Nambucca River Combined Probus Club held a membership drive at their Thursday, 20 February meeting. Gathering in the ‘Down Under Bar’ at the Nambucca Heads RSL, current members were asked to bring along a friend to enjoy morning tea,…
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VOLUNTEERS from Marine Rescue Newcastle safely returned two people to shore after their 13.5 metre yacht lost steering 18 nautical miles (33km) off Newcastle. Radio operators at Marine Rescue Sydney State Communications Centre answered the call for assistance just before…
THE State Government says its ‘Low and Mid-Rise’ housing policy is set to deliver 112,000 homes across New South Wales over the next five years. The new reforms change planning controls within 800 metres, or a 10-minute walk, around 171…
DURING their recent annual general meeting (AGM), Nelson Bay Torchbearers for Legacy elected Christine Riley as their new President for 2025. She is supported by Vice President Judy Chapman, Secretary and Markets Manager Jeanette Murray, Assistant Secretary Shirley Harvey, Treasurer…
HAPPY Harry will celebrate his 88th birthday in April. He relocated from Sydney over 30 years ago, believing retirement would be as pleasant as the weekend holiday he and his wife had in Port Stephens, where their kids enjoyed fishing,…
TOMAREE Hospital’s Emergency Department (ED) is set for an upgrade through a $245,000 funding boost from the NSW Government. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882.…
RAYMOND Terrace golden girl Olivia Higgins is set to chalk up another milestone in her burgeoning international rugby league career. The premiership-winning Newcastle Knights hooker has flown out to Las Vegas with the Australian Jillaroos travelling squad, for this weekend’s…
A SPECIAL exhibition opening was held at Tea Gardens’ Galleries in the Gardens (GiG) on Saturday 15 February, showcasing the creative talents of local artist Bridget Taylor. Bridget, who splits her time between the Hunter Valley hinterland and the Myall…
RECENT pelican roosting upon the lights of the Singing Bridge has prompted pedestrians and cyclists to seek a renewed effort to clear the birds away, along with their droppings. Other locals argue the pelicans are an iconic and charming image…