CITY of Coffs Harbour has been named a finalist in the Tourism, Hire and Services category of the 2025 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards. The recognition follows the launch of the Coffs Coast Explorer App and the installation of seven digital information kiosks across the Local Government Area. “These innovative digital tools have significantly enhanced […]
Scammers on prowl as Tax Time begins
A recently received scam email. A Commonwealth Bank infographic illustrates that Aussies are scam-aware, but a third of us still miss the clues. Image: CBA. THE clock is now ticking to get annual tax returns in before the 31 October deadline. Sadly, this window provides a veritable hunting ground for scammers, prompting warnings from the […]
Marine Rescue Woolgoolga crew navigates whales and darkness to save boaters
Woolgoolga 30 safely returned the disabled vessel and its crew to Coffs Harbour boat ramp. Navigation equipment on board Marine Rescue NSW vessel Woolgoolga 30. VOLUNTEERS from Marine Rescue Woolgoolga answered the call to assist two fishermen stranded off Bundagen on Sunday night. Marine Rescue NSW Inspector John Murray said the skipper of a 5 […]
Coffs Coast runners ready to Rumble in the Jungle
THE countdown is on for the fourth annual Rumble in the Jungle Trail Run, set to take place in just one month at Ulong, with over 500 runners already signed up to tackle the rainforest trails of Bindarri National Park. Hosted by Coffs Trail Runners, the event has seen a surge in popularity, almost doubling […]
Drawing on her family’s recipes and cultural roots, Michelle serves up comfort food all lovingly paired with tales from her own life.
Advertising Feature: The most delicious show in town
WHEN was the last time a show made you laugh, cry and fed you dinner? Comfort Food Cabaret, created and performed by Australia’s soulful singing cook Michelle Pearson, is a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience that stirs the heart as much as the appetite. Part musical comedy, part cooking class and part pop-up supper club, this multi-award-winning […]
Comets Juniors back Crazy Socks round for a cause that matters
THE Coffs Harbour Comets juniors pulled their socks up – literally – to throw support behind a cause close to rugby league’s heart. Crazy Socks Round lit up the local grounds last week, with every colourful pair sold helping fund the Family of League’s Wellbeing Program – offering vital emotional and financial support to those […]
North Coast Force juniors to play in Northern NSW Championships
AFL North Coast’s best juniors will devote some of their school holidays to representing their region. North Coast Force’s Under 17s , Under 15s, and Under 13s Boys teams, and the Youth Girls 17s, Youth Girls 15s, and Youth Girls 13s teams will take part in this year’s Northern NSW Championships in Coffs Harbour. This […]
Letter to the Editor: Future risks of foreshore development
DEAR News Of The Area, I WISH it were possible to ask the main proponents of the plan to create infrastructure on the Jetty Foreshores lands to sign a Memorandum of Understanding and Intent to reassure the present and future Coffs Harbour ratepayers and New South Wales taxpayers that they will not be required to […]
Letter to the Editor: Three year term too short
DEAR News Of The Area, GREAT to read our recently re-elected Federal Member for Cowper, the Hon Pat Conaghan MP provide his opinion on the Federal Treasurer’s address to the National Press Club. Sadly, Mr Conaghan provided no substantive policy insights and appeared content with just scoring some ‘political points’ regarding both the Federal budget […]
Woolgoolga Art Gallery opens ‘Budding Masters’ exhibition
WOOLGOOLGA Art Gallery’s current exhibition “Budding Masters” opened on Friday 20 June. It showcases the works that local artists have produced in the wide range of classes and workshops held at the Woolgoolga Art Gallery. “If you ever wondered what you can achieve with the tuition from professional artists at Woolgoolga Art Gallery, then pop […]
