THE conflict in Gaza has generated a range of opinions about what has happened, is happening and should happen since the October attack on Israel by Hamas and Israel’s actions thereafter. Across the planet, including in Israel, people are calling for a ceasefire to halt the increasing civilian death toll. Advertise with News of The...
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THE North Coast Botanic Garden in Coffs Harbour is looking wonderful following recent rain, the perfect place to wander and relax. The gardens are also the place to view the Gypsy Art Group Summer Exhibition, chat to artists and participate in free hands-on workshops. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for...
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SEX Crimes Squad detectives have charged 29-year-old Hayden Carl Skinner following an investigation into an alleged sexual assault at an aged care home in Coffs Harbour. About 2.30am on Monday 1 January 2024, emergency services were called to an aged-care home in Coffs Harbour following reports a 76-year-old woman had been sexually assaulted. Advertise with...
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THREE talented artists with three very different creative styles have forged a fruitful friendship that sees the trio exhibiting together. Noella Chelman, Beth Kelly and Robyn Lawrence’s upcoming show, entitled ‘Same But Different’ can be seen at the Nexus Community Gallery in the Old Butter Factory, Bellingen, opening on Sunday 14 January and running until...
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ENHANCING your food security – growing your own brekkie, lunch and high-tea – is a smart move in the modern world. Not only does it mean low food miles, it can provide you with on-hand succulent snacks or a full blown flavoursome meal. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your...
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SPECIALISED equipment that will help support women who have been sexually assaulted has been gifted to Coffs Harbour Health Campus’ Emergency Department. The local charity, Pink Silks Trust (PST), made the $7,500 donation to purchase a gynaecology treatment table which quickly transforms into a specialised examination bed, a lockable instrument trolley and specialised instruments. Advertise...
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TWO hard-working ballet students at Harbour Performing Arts Centre (HPAC) have recently attended performances by the Australian Ballet at the Sydney Opera House. Young ballerinas, Isla Taylor and Indy Pike, were gifted the trips by Patron Mark Hardy, and chosen by the teachers in recognition of the students’ strong work ethic. Advertise with News of...
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BELLINGER River District Hospital has been gifted important items funded through local organisations working together to make it happen. Thanks to the generosity of the Bellingen community, steered by the local Lions Club, their local hospital has a new vaccination fridge and will soon have new portable oxygen concentrators. Advertise with News of The Area...
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A NEW library for Coffs Harbour, with the opening of Harry Bailey Memorial Library in Yarrila Place, has had the offshoot benefit of bringing more authors to the region, a boon Julie Holgate is keen to support. “We’ve been able to offer many author talks in the area, including Thomas Mayo and Kerry O’Brien’s discussions...
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COFFS Harbour artist Seabastion Toast has won the 2023 Portia Geach People’s Choice award with a portrait of fellow artist Karlee Rawkins called ‘How the light gets in’. This annual award is given by Dr Heather Macorison and Hilary Macorison, in memory of their parents Harry and Winifred Macorison, who recognised the importance of the...
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