Jon Ordon and Matt Bowden at the Coffs Harbour Record Fair. Photo: Kate Pye.
MUSIC lovers and collectors poured over rows of crates, hunting for rare records, hidden gems, and the thrill of the find during the Coffs Harbour Record Fair. Held 28–29 March at the showgrounds, the fair was organised by Jon Ordon from Bilpin and Matt Bowden from Byron Bay. Matt has been collecting records for over […]
THE Senate Select Committee on Information Integrity on Climate Change and Energy recently released its report about the causes and effects of climate change disinformation. The report was welcomed by the Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF), which warns that lies are already harming communities. The ACF wants tougher action to stop falsehoods derailing climate progress. ACF […]
Sandon Vowels, Hamish Harrigan, Max Crowley and Jarrah White at the North Coast Regional Titles. Photo: supplied.
YARRAHAPINNI surfer Sandon Vowels has qualified for the NSW State Titles, following a strong showing at a North Coast qualifier held on Sunday, 22 March at Emerald Beach. A Surfing NSW Junior Regional Series event, the tournament was hosted by the Woolgoolga Boardriders Club and was open to athletes from Red Rock to Crescent Head. […]
Andrew Hall (left) has been selected to represent Australia.
A DEDICATED local martial artist is preparing to represent Australia on the international stage, with his sights firmly set on gold at the upcoming World Shoto Cup in Mexico in 2026. Sensei Andrew Hall secured his place on the Australian team after a strong 2024–25 competition circuit across Australia. His recent international success included a […]
DEAR News Of The Area, AS Property and Development NSW struggles with the functional and commercial viability of its much hyped foreshore development, it is working on an ever-changing proposal out of sight of Coffs’ residents. We are entitled to know what we will actually end up with and what the alternative could be. Foreshore […]
Dubbo Regional Council Mayor and Regional Capitals Australia chair Josh Black and Cr Chris Cherry, Mayor of Tweed Shire Council and Deputy Chair of RCA.
CITY of Coffs Harbour Council resolved at its meeting on 19 March to apply for membership to Regional Capitals Australia (RCA). RCA was formed in 2012 to bring Australia’s regional capital cities “together as one unified voice” to lobby the Federal Government. “I’m a firm believer that people and organisations are stronger when working together,” […]
(L to R) John de Rouffignac, Sue Meyer, John and Lynette Williams, Natalie Sheaves and JF Sercombe. Photo: John Sercombe.
COFFS City Inc. Probus Club recently held its AGM and changeover dinner, with John Williams re-elected President. Life Membership was awarded to Myra Capps for her tireless work for the club. Myra and her husband Ken have been members for 20 years. Myra has held various responsibilities – including for activities, welfare, arranging guest speakers, […]
Less pain at the power point. Interest in electric cars is rising as petrol prices soar. Photo: Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS.
DEMAND for second-hand electric vehicles is rising with the price of petrol, attracting more than double the number of enquiries since the fuel crisis began. But automotive experts say the record interest also extends to new vehicles and could cause delays as motorists buy electric cars still en route to Australia. Pickles released details of […]
The Pacific Highway is the most dangerous road in NSW. Photo: Andrew Vivian.
NEW data reveals that the most dangerous drivers in Australia can be found on the Pacific Highway. The study by LHD Lawyers analysed speed camera activity and government road incident data to identify the NSW roads with the worst “total danger-driver index score”. From texting while driving, to running a red light, the study pinpoints […]
The hands-on program gives participants a real glimpse into the world of marine wildlife care.
The hands-on program gives participants a real glimpse into the world of marine wildlife care. The hands-on program gives participants a real glimpse into the world of marine wildlife care. The hands-on program gives participants a real glimpse into the world of marine wildlife care. IF you’re looking for a school holiday activity that’s equal […]
