OUR southern sister paper, The Nambucca Valley News Of The Area, is running a campaign throughout October promoting its local businesses through a ‘Shop Local’ feature.
The campaign is an initiative of Nambucca Valley Council (NVC), in partnership with Nambucca Valley News Of The Area (NOTA), and is being led by NVC’s Economic Development and Tourism manager, Jan Rooney.
“Small businesses are the heart of our communities – they create local jobs, support community organisations and help shape the unique character of our towns,” she said.
“This Small Business Month, we’re encouraging residents to think local first and support the businesses that support us every day.
“Every dollar spent locally helps strengthen our regional economy and keep our communities vibrant.”
Coffs Harbour and Nambucca Valley Advertising Manager Johnny Wilson says that the Nambucca Valley offers plenty of attractions to ensure a great day out, and October is a wonderful time to head down for a day-trip.
“This October why not make the short trip down the freeway from Coffs to the beautiful Nambucca Valley and check out some of the wonderful local businesses we have right on our doorstep?” Mr Wilson said.
Ms Rooney said the Shop Local campaign was designed to put the spotlight on the outstanding businesses that kept their communities thriving.
One lucky shopper supporting these local businesses has the chance to win a $200 gift card.
Mr Wilson says that businesses participating in the Shop Local campaign will have their goods or services front and centre during a campaign that has 12,000 print readers in the Nambucca Valley a week and an engaged online audience.
“Whether it’s a great cafe or club, a food outlet, a unique local retail business (of which there are many), an art gallery, or even a beauty treatment, the Nambucca Valley has it all.”
The Nambucca Valley Shop Local campaign starts on Friday, 2 October and runs throughout the month.
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