DEAR News Of The Area, I HAVE been waiting to hear a word of protest from environmental groups against the destruction in Queensland of mountain tops, which includes prime koala habitat. But not a word have I heard. Nor have I heard a murmur from the anti-logging fraternity about the clear felling of land through […]
DEAR News Of The Area, I write in reply to the editorial letter “Is this the world I am living in?” by Dave Williamson dated Friday, 9 May 2025. Mr Williamson, you state that the Labor Party lacks sincerity and relies on lies to win votes. Could you please provide some evidence of this? Perhaps […]
DEAR Jasminda, THE other night, my brother-in-law invited himself over for dinner. However, I had not prepared enough for him (as he was unannounced), and he got annoyed and left. Now he won’t reply to either my husband’s or my messages. How do you suggest I go about this? Normine B Dear Normine, I’m picking […]
THERE is only one notable release in Australian cinemas this week, though it’s likely to be on a fair few “Top 10” lists come the end of 2025. Lilo & Stitch gets the live-action adaptation treatment from Disney. It follows the adventures of the alien “Experiment 626” after he crashes in Hawaii and is adopted […]
Port Macquarie Hub leader Meredith Evans with four-time Paralympian Gerry Hewson.
The Coffs Stingrays won their game against the Port Macquarie Rollers. Photos: Sue Stephenson. The Coffs Stingrays won their game against the Port Macquarie Rollers. Photos: Sue Stephenson. Allen Wilmen was one of the day’s MVPs. Port Macquarie Hub leader Meredith Evans with four-time Paralympian Gerry Hewson. THE Coffs Harbour Stingrays have wrapped up the […]
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DEAR News Of The Area, RAIN, rain, go away, come back another day! While I never suggest that all weather is linked to global warming, weather events that set new records are made worse by human-induced climate change. The science can explain why, but the National Party, Sky News and News Corp papers never will, […]
PETER and Penny have a daughter, Diane and a son, Daniel. Peter and Penny purchase a home in which to live with Daniel. The property is registered in Daniel’s name. Later, Daniel moves-out and Peter and Penny continue to reside in the property. Peter and Penny enter into a Deed with Daniel to the effect […]
DEAR News Of The Area, OF concern in the recent federal election was a “swing” towards informal voting, with the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) reporting a national average of 5.55 percent ballot papers that could not be counted. Within the electorates of Cowper and Page, the AEC’s corresponding local figures were 9.03 percent and 9.15 […]
Bonville-Boambee VIEW Club president Gail proudly celebrates the club’s 30th birthday.
BONVILLE-Boambee VIEW Club is urging the local community to give generously to The Smith Family’s Winter Appeal this year, to support thousands of children and young people with their education. The Appeal aims to raise almost $8m to support students experiencing disadvantage by providing access to proven out-of-school educational programs. It comes as a survey […]
