THE Coffs Coast Veterans Wellbeing Centre (CCVWC) will officially open at 1pm on Thursday 29 January by the Hon Matt Keogh MP, Federal Minister for Veterans’ Affairs. Founder of the CCVWC Project Sub-Committee Richard Kelloway told News Of The Area, “It’s a milestone a decade in the making and a major community advance.” The local […]
A massive donation for Can Do Cancer Trust.
THE annual Rainforest Rattler 2026 dinner has raised over $11,500 for the Can Do Cancer Trust. While more than 5,000 passengers rode the historic train during January, a group of 96 guests enjoyed the fundraising Dinner Train experience. The Rainforest Rattler, operated by the Rail Motor Society, is a heritage rail experience showcasing the beauty […]
Winners Debbie and Mark Baxter, and Donna and Scott Gaddes.
Winners Debbie and Mark Baxter, and Donna and Scott Gaddes. Best Fancy Dress winners, the Pink Watermelons: James Weimer, Jack Ireland, Sam Welsh and Tannah Bradshaw. The Crayons, Hudson Garzoli, Kade Scarth, and Barney and Kai Garzoli. THE Stig Family Charity Day golf event on Sunday 4 January, attracted a record 245 supporters to the […]
ROBERT Gray, the acclaimed Australian poet and former Coffs Harbour schoolboy, died in Sydney on 17 November 2025 from complications related to Parkinson’s disease. He was aged 80. Born in Port Macquarie in 1945, Gray spent much of his childhood in Coffs Harbour, growing up on a banana plantation near Bruxner Park, later living at […]
ACRRM President Dr Rod Martin. Photo: @ACRRM4ruralhealth
THE Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) says extreme weather across Australia is increasing health risks for rural, remote and First Nations communities and placing growing pressure on local health services. ACRRM President Dr Rod Martin says prolonged and severe weather events are affecting the health of rural communities and will continue to […]
Members of Nana Glen Community Emergency Response Team Jodie Williams and Barry Butler.
IF six residents from the Orara Valley step forward as volunteers, NSW Ambulance will bring Community First Responder training weekends to Coffs Harbour, supported by local trainers and experienced volunteers. The Nana Glen Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and Glenreagh Community First Responders (CFR) currently operate with just two volunteers each. “We do our best […]
Lifeline’s CEO Angela Martin, with Coffs Rotary Joint Presidents, Jeremy Conlon and Trishia Herraman and Lifeline’s Rex Clutario.
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 […]
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 […]
Deputy Mayor Cr Graeme Shephard speaking at the event.
Deputy Mayor Cr Graeme Shephard speaking at the event. Bellingen Shire Council General Manager Mark Griffioen enjoying lunch with the seniors. THE Dorrigo Support Centre hosted Christmas Lunch at the Dorrigo Community Hall for the town’s senior citizens and their support network. At the heart of the Dorrigo Support Centre is a clear and deeply […]
Maree Sanders with her Mmm Aunty Coffee cart.
Maree Sanders with her Mmm Aunty Coffee cart. Morning shift volunteers. CHRISTMAS Day 2025 saw almost 200 community members attend the Coffs Christmas Lunch 4 U (CCL4U) 2025 at the Exhibition Hall to enjoy a day of good food, entertainment, Santa and a feeling of inclusiveness. Organisers Ange Anderson and Nick Newling designed the event […]
