ON Monday, 18 September, Medowie Christian School (MCS) took a great step forward on the journey of improving the learning environment of their students with the grand opening of a state-of-the-art Innovation Centre. Advertise with News of The Area today.…
CLANS On The Coast, Port Stephens’ iconic celebration of Celtic culture, was held over the weekend at its new venue in Raymond Terrace. Tartan was swirling, bagpipes were blaring and the strong men threw the hammer and tossed the caber.…
FOR over 20 years, Chooky’s Day has been held at the Muree Golf Club in Raymond Terrace as an annual fundraiser. Held this year on August 27, the annual golf day was started in honour of John ‘Chooky’ O’Rourke, a…
FREE art walks launch on Saturday 7 and October 8 from the Nelson Bay Visitor Information Centre, with free guided tours offered over the two days. “Over the past few years, we’ve supported a number of local artists to create…
THE HISTORY of Rugby Union in Coffs Harbour will be celebrated during the upcoming long weekend. A reunion of Coffs Harbour’s rugby union players over its 50-year history will be held at the Bayrange Rugby Park on Saturday, 30 September,…
DEAR Jasminda, MY mum said she wants to be buried in her backyard and doesn’t want the fuss of a cemetery burial. Is this even legal? Greta P. Dear Greta, Do you know what really bothers me, Greta? The fact…
WOOLGOOLGA & Surrounds for Yes group is joining supporters around Australia to Walk for Yes by stepping out on Sunday 24 September. “The walk is being organised by the Woolgoolga & Surrounds for Yes group so that the community can…
FAMILIES wanting to experience the amazing forests of northern NSW this spring can’t go past these top picks from local state forest staff during the upcoming holidays. State Forests of NSW offer fun and free experiences that are always changing…
NELSON Bay AFL sensation Taylor Smith is a young midfielder in a big hurry. A promising career with the new Sydney Swans AFLW franchise beckons for the gifted Tomaree High school girl who has carved her niche in the Hunter…
NELSON Bay FC striker Kean Thomas has received the Golden Boot Trophy for top goal scorer in this year’s Newcastle Football Zone 2 Reserve Grade competition. The talented 23-year-old marksman was a dominant figure for the Bay warriors – grabbing…