HAVING grown up in the Blue Mountains and witnessed the devastation of burning bush, Keith Driver has taken fires seriously from a young age. “As a kid I saw fires on ridges, places where there were houses one day and not there the next day,” Keith told News Of The Area. Advertise with News of...
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BELLINGEN Shire’s 2024 Community Awards unfolded in a community ceremony at the Bellingen Memorial Hall on Thursday 25 January. The evening began with a Welcome to Country from Gumbaynggirr Elder Michael ‘Micklo’ Jarrett and an official Citizenship Ceremony hosted by Bellingen Mayor Cr Steve Allan, followed by the Community Awards which recognised outstanding contributions to...
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ANTIQUES Roadshow fans are in for a treat when long term presenter Hilary Kay speaks in Coffs Harbour next week. An expert panellist, Ms Kay has been a regular face on the iconic British TV show for 45 years. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone...
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IN RECOGNITION of his significant service to the community through bushfire governance, research and mentoring roles, Korora resident Dr Grahame Douglas has been named a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the General Division. “The recognition is both a shock and surprise as well as a culmination of years of effort,” Mr Douglas...
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THE St John Paul College Theatre is the venue for the launch of the Coffs Harbour Music Society’s exciting concert programme for 2024. The new venue has wonderful acoustics, raked seating, an intimate ambience, plenty of easy parking and flat access. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message...
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A WELL-TIMED donation from Sawtell Uniting Church to the Boambee Rural Fire Service (RFS) is set to complete upgrades and an extension to the fire station’s depot. The donation of $1,814.45 was given by the church in gratitude for the local RFS’ assistance at the Sawtell Carols by Candlelight event on 20 December at the...
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THE CHROME Bumper Show and Shine made its debut at C.ex Woolgoolga on Sunday 21 January, bringing to life the dream of founder Darren Bromell, President of the Mid North Coast Hot Rod Club. The steamingly humid day brought 120 hot rod vehicles to Woolgoolga, with visitor attendance well into the hundreds. Advertise with News...
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CONGRATULATIONS to the 2024 City of Coffs Harbour Australia Day Awards nominees. Below is a summary of the nominations in each category. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us – media@newsofthearea.com.au Citizen of the Year: 1. Graham Tupper: As...
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GRANT funding applications for the second round of Women in Construction Industry Innovation Program are now open. Construction continues to be one of the most male-dominated industries in Australia, with twelve percent representation of women across the sector and only two percent in trade roles. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it...
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RESIDENTS at The Shoreline Luxury Retirement Living in Coffs Harbour are participating in a partnership between FOODiQ Global and Australian Mushrooms in a first-time research study focussing on enhancing vitamin D and overall nutrient intake among seniors. The study will investigate the feasibility of adding vitamin D-rich mushrooms to the menu, their impact on the...
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