DO not be alarmed if you encounter a large koala with a blue head trudging along the road to Sydney – it is simply “KoaLaMan looking for a home”. The 550km, 30-day walk from the “Happy Frog” in Coffs Harbour to Parliament House in Sydney, is the latest in Peter Elzer’s efforts to halt logging […]
THE Waratah Gadabouts, a fundraising group for Waratah Respite Service, has celebrated 21 years of supporting the not-for-profit organisation. The anniversary was marked at the club’s July meeting at Sawtell RSL Club. where the three founding members who still attend regularly, cutting the birthday cake. Waratah Respite Services has a long and proud history of […]
Christine Courcier-Jones all smiles at the opening of Airborne.
Christine Courcier-Jones all smiles at the opening of Airborne. Infiltration (my breath/your breath) the mobile installation of Sara Bown. Lichen by Penelope Lawry. THE exhibition appropriately titled “Airborne”, currently showing at Yarrila Arts and Museum (YAM) Coffs Harbour from 28 June to 10 August, demonstrates the synergies of artists who collaborate. Sara Bowen, Penelope Lawry […]
During weather emergencies Marine Rescue NSW can be requested to assist by NSW SES.
Participants displayed a great degree of skill. During weather emergencies Marine Rescue NSW can be requested to assist by NSW SES. Marine Rescue NSW multi-purpose vessels were used in the exercise. Marine Rescue NSW volunteers from seven units across the Northern Rivers and Mid North Coast took part in the Red Rock exercise. Participants from […]
Force player Bobbi Matthews takes on the Central Coast defence. Photo: AFL North Coast.
North Coast Force Under 17s Boys player Brenton Mance tries to break away. Photo: AFL North Coast. Alita Roberts shapes to kick. Photo: AFL North Coast. North Coast Force Under 15s Girls player Chloe Murphy looks to handball. Photo: AFL North Coast. Zoe Tarlinton on the burst. Photo: AFL North Coast. Force player Bobbi Matthews […]
Head of School at BDC Horizon Online Craig Verbruggen, with students.
BISHOP Druitt College (BDC) is among 800 individual exhibitors heading to Gunnedah in August for the 52nd AgQuip. Showcasing more than 2500 brands over three days from 19-21 August, AgQuip will see more than 50,000 visitors exploring and learning about many of the world’s biggest names in agriculture. They can watch live product demonstrations, check […]
DEAR News Of The Area, MR Cameron (NOTA 11 July 2025) loves a view of the ocean. He asks the council what they are doing in regard to the view-blocking encroachment of vegetation along the Coffs foreshore. Go to a headland Mr Cameron, or go for a walk along the beach, and there you will […]
Mia Pell about to start a run in her VW Bug.
Martin Smith took second outright in a Nissan Pulsar Q. Dallan Beard was outright winner in the Subaru Impreza. Harvey Nicholson being congratulated for his win in Juniors. Mia Pell about to start a run in her VW Bug. COFFS Harbour and District Sporting Car Club have held their latest event, with the running of […]
The restoration team at Boambee Creek estuary.
The restoration team at Boambee Creek estuary. Gumbaynggirr Ranger Greg Purcell with mangrove seeds attached to bamboo stakes. Dead mangroves at Boambee Creek. Zoe White of OzFish with mangrove seeds secured to bamboo stakes. A COLLABORATION between Southern Cross University, Gumbaynggirr Rangers and OzFish Unlimited, is working to restore a mangrove forest in Boambee Creek. […]
