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Sport

Former NRL star visits Coffs

FORMER NRL star Clinton Toopi has visited Coffs Harbour for an important initiative. The former New Zealand international and current NRL State of Mind Program Manager was in town as part of the Youi Community Scrum program. The program delivers interactive programs focused on mental wellbeing, resilience and connection for communities recovering from significant weather […]

Letter to the Editor

LETTER: Forget the car park money and spend it on community needs

DEAR News Of The Area, I DISPUTE the Letter to the Editor submitted by Mark Hardy (Coffs CBD has a critical lack of parking, NOTA, 24/07/26). The CBD area of Coffs Harbour is a dead zone for the majority of Coffs Harbour shoppers already, and now it is suggested that we pay for a big […]

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Actor Nick Hardcastle’s homecoming helps shine a light on stories of inclusion at fundraising ball

Actor Nick Hardcastle returns to Coffs for emcee gig. Members of the Coffs Harbour Support Services community in action. Members of the Coffs Harbour Support Services community in action. FOR many people living with a disability, opportunities to connect, share their stories and enjoy a night out in the community make a lasting difference. That […]

Sport

Coffs Coast hosts GromSearch Oz Cup

THE Coffs Coast has played host to more than 200 of Australia’s best young surfers, as they took part in the 2026 Rip Curl GromSearch Oz Cup. The young surfers vied for titles at North Diggers Beach and Park Beach, with the surf delivering everything from playful runners to powerful east coast walls that tested […]

Sport

Cannonballs cause massive boilover

THE KEMPSEY Cannonballs caused a massive boilover during the latest round of the Mid North Coast Rugby Union Northern Division season, breaking through for their first win of the season by defeating ladder-leaders the Coffs Harbour Snappers. The Snappers were minus eight regular players on the day and had five players making their first-grade debut […]

Local News

Coffs Car Club’s annual Coffs Coast Tarmac Autocross

Wayne Sketchley eagerly awaits his turn on the circuit. Photo: Supplied. A varied field of vehicles and driver took part in the Autocross. Photo: Supplied. Stephanie Crawford and Jake Westerman shared a car. They were first-timers at Raleigh but clearly experienced behind the wheel. Stephanie took out second place in the Ladies category. Photo: Supplied. […]

Local News

Coffs Gardeners recognised by airport with a sign

Coffs Harbour Garden Club airport garden volunteers. Coffs Harbour Garden Club Life Member Pat Roser OAM, who has volunteered at the garden since 1996. Coffs Harbour Airport sign. Coffs Harbour Garden Club’s Noeline Sell coordinated the project. Morning tea at the airport for the Garden Club volunteers. A SIGN of appreciation has been planted in […]

Property

PROPERTY: Dual Living Done Right

Address: 5 Mountain View Court, Bonville Price: $1,175,000Beds: 5 Bath: 3 Car: 2Land size: 528.6 sqm NESTLED in the sought-after Bonville enclave, 5 Mountain View Court captures the essence of harmonious family living combined with a rare touch of independence. This impressive residence welcomes you with a striking timber entry door, immediately setting the tone for […]

National

New national warning system comes online

A NEW national warning system, AusAlert, is being rolled out and a test message will be sent next Monday, 27 July, at 2pm. The AusAlert website spells out what people should expect. “At the time of the test, a single Critical AusAlert test will be sent to every mobile device in Australia,” the site says. […]

Sport

Sawtell FC holds firm in top-four battle

Brad Clancy puts Sawtell FC into a 2-1 lead. Photo: Sports Photography on the Mid North Coast. Keelan Corliss equalises for Sawtell FC. Photo: Sports Photography on the Mid North Coast. SAWTELL tightened its grip on third place in the HIT105.5 Men’s Premier League with a gritty 3-1 victory over Maclean in rain-lashed conditions at […]