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Lifeline North Coast partners with Rotary Club of Coffs Harbour to strengthen community wellbeing

LIFELINE North Coast and the Rotary Club of Coffs Harbour have partnered to enhance mental health support and community connection. “By combining Lifeline’s suicide prevention and postvention programs with Rotary’s volunteer strength, we can make a bigger difference together,” Lifeline North Coast Chief Executive Officer, Angela Martin told News Of The Area. This partnership marks […]

Regional

The Smith Family’s 2026 Back to School Appeal launched

AS families across the Mid North Coast prepare for the return to school, new research has revealed the growing pressure many households face simply trying to meet the basic costs of education. The latest Pulse Survey of families supported by The Smith Family shows that more than four out of five parents and carers are […]

Local News

Northern beaches residents urged to comment on Coffs City aquatic strategy

THE Northern Beaches Residents Association (NBRA) is one of several local organisations urging residents to “have their say” about the City of Coffs Harbour Draft Aquatic Facilities Strategy (DAFS). NBRA quotes the DAFS as stating that the Woolgoolga pool be developed “as a district-level facility at the current site and actively explore integrated co-location opportunities […]

Sport

Coffs Harbour yachtsman nears last leg of year-long round the world race

Eric Marsh sailing his Mini Globe Sunbear yacht. Photos: supplied. Brenda and Eric Marsh in Cape Town at Christmas. Photos: supplied. Cape Town farewells the Mini Globe yacht race competitors. Photos: supplied. COFFS Harbour yachtsman Eric Marsh, 72, is preparing to embark on the final stage of the solo McIntyre Mini Globe Race (MGR) aboard […]

Regional

NSW foster and kinship carers to receive allowance boost

FOR the first time in more than two decades, foster and kinship carers across NSW have received a 20 percent increase to their care allowance. The increase aims to ease cost-of-living pressures and strengthen support for vulnerable children in out-of-home care. The tax-free increase took effect from 1 January 2026 and applies to authorised carers […]

Opinion

Quiet heroes: volunteers wanted for new WIRES shelter in Coffs Harbour

As Australians, we are rightly proud of our natural environment. We march to protect forests, campaign for clean rivers and speak passionately about saving wildlife and ecosystems. Those voices do matter, but beyond the headlines and protest banners, another story unfolds quietly every day. It’s a story of people who don’t just speak for wildlife, […]

Whats VIBIN

What’s Vibin’: a new tradition at the Jetty Memorial Theatre

THE City of Coffs Harbour’s Jetty Memorial Theatre is introducing Sunday Sounds, a new quarterly concert series celebrating beloved classics, performed by accomplished artists who know how to connect with an audience. Created especially for seniors and music lovers, each concert offers an uplifting afternoon of music, shared memories and warm conversation, complete with complementary […]

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Valla Expressions supporters thanked

DEAR News Of The Area A huge THANK YOU to both locals and visitors who supported our Valla Expressions Exhibition. It was a most successful show. So many favorable comments from everyone attending, expressing their delight with the wonderful display of quality artwork on offer. The feedback was all positive. Thanks also goes to the […]

Sport Results

Sawtell Bowls Results

SUNDAY Triples Bowls; Each Week 9.30am Start, BBQ, Prize Money and a Fun Morning. All Welcome: Only $15-Entry Fee- Sheet @ Club SUNDAY 28/12/25 Results 30 players enjoyed the Sunday Triples: winners M Friend, Jenni Flynn, G Denniss Runners up H Muir, T Karam, L Preston MONDAY Twilight Bowls Resumed on 5/1/26 TUESDAY Ladies Social […]

Community

Double century of service for Coffs Harbour WWII veterans

Centenarians Ron Carruthers and Noel Faddy celebrate with Coffs Harbour RSL sub-Branch members and guests. Photo: supplied. Cutting the birthday cake, complete with edible images of Ron and Noel. Photo: supplied. WWII veterans Ron Carruthers and Noel Faddy turned 100-years-old in 2025, with their centenaries recently celebrated by the Coffs Harbour RSL sub-Branch. The party […]