THE new-look Dorrigo Library was officially unveiled this week, with local booklovers celebrating the completion of a two-stage upgrade. The transformation of the library was made possible by generous support from the State Government through Public Library Infrastructure Grants. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone...
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NOMINATIONS are invited from community members interested in becoming members of the advisory committee for the Solitary Islands Marine Park. Solitary Islands Marine Park extends north from Coffs Harbour to Sandon River along about 75 km of coastline. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us...
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THE idea of “heading north” derives from the era when Sydney surfers explored the potential of beaches along the coast to Queensland. For many, what started out as a surf trip eventuated into a full-blown relocation later coined a “seachange” by demographers. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business....
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AFTER pausing for several years, the Coffs Coast “New Residents Meet Up” is back with a new location and an enthusiastic organising team. Designed to help newcomers settle in and feel at home, the initiative aims to build connections and foster friendships among those who’ve recently made this beautiful region their own, or anyone seeking...
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THE Yarrila Arts and Museum was pumping last Saturday as living surf legends and board makers sauntered around its grounds. They were joined by the public for the opening of “Swell Chasers: Surf Stories from the Mid North Coast”, which is running in conjunction with “Heading North” by artist Joel ‘Mulga’ Moore, until 2 February,...
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TREASURED artist Pam Gilmour passed away on 17 November, aged 83. A prolific artist, Pam’s creative nature flourished in Coffs Harbour where she contributed to the arts community until her last days. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us...
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MULLAWAY and Arrawarra residents are perturbed by activities taking place adjoining their properties. They say that contractors employed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and the Coffs Coast Regional Park Trust Board arrived unannounced to poison grass in the area. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business....
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BONVILLE-Boambee VIEW Club is calling on the community to embrace the festive season spirit of giving by helping to raise funds for The Smith Family’s Christmas Appeal. The money will ensure thousands of students experiencing disadvantage can be supported in their education in 2025. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for...
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WESLEY Community Services Ltd has received a $23,500 grant in the latest round of the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal’s (FRRR) Strengthening Rural Communities program Wesley’s successful application sought support to run five “Building Resilience” workshops as part of its LifeForce program. These will deliver evidence-based suicide prevention and mental health information and support...
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IN commemoration of World AIDS Day on Sunday 1 December, Rainbow Coffs Harbour and ACON groups are getting together at the Big Banana as it turns red. Rainbow Coffs Harbour is a social and supportive LGBTQIA+ group, with over 1000 members within the Coffs Harbour area and surrounds. Advertise with News of The Area today....
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