coffscoast NOTA, Author at Coffs Coast News Of The Area

Quad bike standards saving lives as crackdown urged

FARMERS, their families and workers are returning home safely after a day on the land due to stronger quad bike safety standards, but tougher enforcement could save even more lives. Quad bikes have long been a leading cause of deaths on farms, with 10 fatalities in 2024 and 46 reports of injuries, according to Farmsafe […]

Sport

Coffs Coast roller derby star represents Australia

CLAIRE Dwyer has proudly represented her country in roller derby. The Coffs Coast Derby team member played for Team Australia at the recent Junior Roller Derby Association World Cup in Brisbane. She was part of the Australian team that took home the bronze medal, after defeating New Zealand 213-211 in a nail-biting contest. The Australian […]

Sport

Coffs hosts International Tag Series

OZTAG players from across the country have proudly represented their cultural heritage on the field in Coffs Harbour. The players competed in the International Tag Series, a unique tournament which sees players representing their cultural heritage rather than their country of residence. New Zealand won the Mixed Seniors title beating the Irish Exiles 6-2 in […]

Property

34-36 Coramba Street, Glenreagh is on the market with @realty

34-36 Coramba Street, GlenreaghOpen home: Saturday, 16 August, 10-10:30am. IF you’ve been dreaming of a peaceful lifestyle in a welcoming rural village, this charming cottage in Glenreagh could be your perfect escape. Set on a generous 2023m² (half-acre) block, this beautifully maintained original home offers space, character, and potential. The home features three bedrooms filled […]

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19 Coramba Road, Coffs Harbour is on the market with Unrealestate Coffs Coast

Address: 19 Coramba Road, Coffs HarbourPrice: $649,000Beds: 4, Bath: 2+, Car: off-street parkingLand size: 365.3 sqm FINDING a four-bedroom, two-bathroom property in this price range is a rare gem. Don’t miss your chance to secure a home that is a short stroll from Coffs Harbour’s CBD and conveniently located near Naranga Public School, public transport, […]

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Time to transition timber workers

DEAR News Of The Area, I WOULD like to make a few points with reference to MP Michael Kemp’s response to a letter delivered to his office on Wednesday 23 July by KoaLa Man (Peter Elzer). The event was reported in the Macleay Argus (online Friday, 25 July and in print Saturday, 2 August). On […]

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Questions over noise mitigation solution

DEAR News Of The Area, I WISH to draw your attention to the recently installed sound barriers on the highway bypass. There are some concerning issues that arise from these noise walls. It is important to understand that flat surfaces reflect sound. This is basic physics and it means that all the large noise walls […]

Hypothetical

Legal Hypothetical: Secret daughter emerges to claim father’s estate

IN tragic circumstances, Wendy’s son, William, passes away. Aware that William did not have a Will, Wendy contacts a solicitor to commence the administration of her late son’s estate. Wendy believes that she is William’s “next of kin” on the basis that William was never married, was not in a de facto relationship when he […]

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: The conundrum of cars on beaches

DEAR News Of The Area, WHY do we allow people to drive on our beaches? A recent meta-study by University of the Sunshine Coast Professor of Marine Science, Thomas Schlacher, confirms that driving 4WD vehicles on beaches has serious environmental impacts. The vast majority of 4WD users follow the rules and do their best to […]

Jasminda's Advice

‘On the couch’ with Jasminda

DEAR Jasminda, AFTER a couple of weeks away, my husband and I have realised that we get along much better when we are away from home. Our relationship improved, we both relaxed for the first time in a long time, and it became apparent that we are soft touches and often feel that others take […]