Two major Council projects to open at Valla Beach Nambucca Valley Nambucca Valley - popup ad by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 24, 2025 AN official opening to mark the completion of two significant Council projects will take place at 11.00am on Saturday, 1 February at Valla Reserve, Valla Beach. The projects are the long-awaited replacement pedestrian footbridge over Deep Creek at the Valla Reserve, and a permanent stage structure at the same location. Advertise
Nambucca Leagues Club engulfed by fire Nambucca Valley Nambucca Valley by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 24, 2025 RESIDENTS of Nambucca Heads awoke to sirens and smoke on Wednesday morning, 22 January, with the Nambucca Leagues Club engulfed in a major structure fire. Emergency services got the call and responded just before 6am, by which time the building was well alight, with plumes of black smoke rising high
Letter to the Editor: Democracy needs respect, not intimidation Opinion Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 24, 2025 DEAR News Of The Area, LAST week, some of our incredible campaign volunteers - ordinary community members, including one in their 80s, standing peacefully on the street asking people to share their concerns - faced threats, harassment, and intimidation. They were doing nothing more than engaging in grassroots democracy, an act
Where to go for Port Macquarie-Hastings Council’s Australia Day events Camden Haven Camden Haven News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 24, 2025 IF you’re looking for somewhere to spend this Australia Day weekend, Port Macquarie-Hastings Council (PMHC) recommends searching the “Events Calendar” on its website. According to Mayor Adam Roberts, there are a “host of events and functions planned for both Saturday and Sunday”. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it
Hydrants, crowd and gas tanks complicated emergency response to Co-op fire Camden Haven Camden Haven News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 24, 2025 JUST five days before fire destroyed Laurieton Seafoods and Fisherman’s Co-op, the crew at Laurieton Fire and Rescue Station 358 asked the community to help them maintain access to the area’s water hydrants. “These are a vital resource for our response to incidents,” the unit posted to social media. Advertise with
Longest-serving Member for Port Macquarie Leslie Williams announces retirement Camden Haven Camden Haven News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 24, 2025 A BY-ELECTION will be held in the seat of Port Macquarie following the mid-term retirement of the electorate’s longest-serving MP, Leslie Williams. After almost fourteen years, Mrs Williams is expected to step down in a matter of weeks. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business. Message
Figures show Camden Haven boaties responsible for fewer rescues than state average Camden Haven Camden Haven News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 24, 2025 BOATERS across the Camden Haven continue to heed the advice of marine rescuers, despite figures showing 2024 was another “demanding year” for coastal areas - including Port Macquarie and Forster-Tuncurry. Across NSW, a total of 10,539 people were safely returned to shore after 4735 search and rescue missions and 1364 emergency
Hooked on the Camden Haven Camden Haven by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 24, 2025 THE past week has seen our coastline experience a period of significant swell, presenting challenging conditions for anglers. Looking ahead we will see a break in the weather with the forecast for the upcoming long weekend that morning outings may offer the most favourable fishing opportunities, especially on Sunday. Advertise with
Coffs Harbour business owner shortlisted for prestigious finance industry award Coffs Coast Coffs Coast - popup ad Coffs Coast News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 24, 2025 COFFS business owner Duane Mengel has been shortlisted for a prestigious “Better Business Award”. The Mortgage Choice owner is a finalist for Regional Broker of the Year and Best Customer Service (Individual). Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us - (02) 4981
Small group, big impact: Yarrahapinni CWA celebrate successful year Nambucca Valley Nambucca Valley - popup ad Nambucca Valley News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 24, 2025 A SMALL but mighty group, the Yarrahapinni Branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) continued to punch above their weight in 2024. The Branch, which encompasses the areas of Scotts Head, Stuarts Point and Eungai, fundraised to support a range of vital causes throughout the year. Advertise with News of
