Murrook wins international visitor attraction award Port POPUP - DAupdate Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 20, 2024 MURROOK Culture Centre has taken out the ‘Visitor Attraction’ category in the 2024 Inavate APAC Awards, at a ceremony held in Bangkok last month. This international contest focuses on the skilful use of innovative technology and attracted 53 finalists from the Asia Pacific Region, including impressive large-scale projects from China,
Shoal Bay’s ‘Missing Link’ walkway under reconstruction Port Stephens Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 20, 2024 ALTHOUGH Mike Shaw says he is “by no means unique” in his capacity as a 32-year veteran in community volunteering, he has contributed significantly to land conservation in Shoal Bay. Of particular interest to Mike is the preservation of Shoal Bay Beach through a Landcare Australia program he coordinates. Advertise with News
Northern Hawks post nine tries in 44-12 win over Kurri Bulldogs Port Stephens Sport Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad Sport by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 20, 2024 NORTHERN Hawks Rugby League Club are reaping dividends from their youth policy in the Newcastle Rugby League Denton Engineering Cup series. The rejuvenated Hawks stretched their unbeaten streak to five matches after thumping the Kurri Kurri Bulldogs 44-12 last weekend at Tomaree Sports Ground. Fielding a batch of local junior products,
Stinker’s History: A tale of two Westys Myall Coast Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 20, 2024 THERE were two fishermen by the name of ‘Westy’ Davis. ‘Old Westy’ - Alfred George - was born in Nelson Bay in 1890. He enlisted in the 1st A.I.F in 1915 and was a member of the first group to be sent overseas. Old Westy served with distinction
Fourth year in top job for Sawtell Rotary President Coffs Coast Coffs Coast - popup ad Coffs Coast News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 18, 2024 DENIS Gleeson has been elected President of the Rotary Club of Sawtell for a fourth consecutive year. His continued leadership was celebrated at the club’s 49th Annual Changeover Dinner in July. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us - (02) 4981
Mixed response to private ATMs filling the gap left by banks Coffs Coast Coffs Coast - popup ad Coffs Coast News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 18, 2024September 19, 2024 THERE has been a mixed response to private ATM’s filling the gap left by the withdrawal of major banks from the region. President of the Sawtell Chamber of Commerce Clive Greenway said there is a need to “keep cash going” but he is disappointed that it now comes at a cost. Advertise
Council hosts inaugural Open Day Coffs Coast Coffs Coast - popup ad Coffs Coast News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 18, 2024 MORE than 1000 people poured through the gates at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium on Sunday 11 August for the City of Coffs Harbour’s first ever Open Day. “The Open Day was an opportunity for the City to showcase and explain the diverse range of services and products we offer
Recycling bottles fuels Little Wings care planes Coffs Coast Coffs Coast - popup ad Coffs Coast News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 18, 2024 THE Little Wings Return And Earn “Fuel Our Planes” program has welcomed two new participants. Mary Help Of Christians Primary School in Toormina and Coffs Harbour Country Women’s Association (CWA) have received their recycling bins to start collecting 10-cent cans and bottles. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it
Environment Levy makes Landcare projects possible Coffs Coast Coffs Coast - popup ad Coffs Coast News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 18, 2024 THE City of Coffs Harbour’s Environment Levy is funding four environmental projects by Coffs Harbour Regional Landcare (CHRL). “The projects will help to reduce the impact of weeds not only on our Landcare sites but also allow for more sensitive maintenance of parts of the coastal walk on five headlands, many
Humpback whale freed from discarded fishing gear Coffs Coast Coffs Coast - popup ad Coffs Coast News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 18, 2024 A HUMPBACK whale has been safely disentangled from commercial fishing gear, just off Coffs Harbour. The team effort on 7 August involved the community, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), the NSW Water Police Marine Area Command, Jetty Dive Centre and ORRCA volunteers. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's
