JILL Wong has been appointed to the position of Chief Executive of the Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) after acting in the role since November. Ms Wong will lead more than 5000 staff, manage a budget of more than $880 million and oversee seven hospitals, 13 community health centres,
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Hooked on the Camden Haven
AS April arrives, bringing cooler westerly winds, anticipation builds for the annual sea mullet migration. This week as I walked along the breakwall in North Haven there were large schools of mullet lingering at the mouth, it's clear the spawning run is imminent. Advertise with News of The Area today.
New Elsa Dixon trainees start work across Mid North Coast hospitals and health services
TWELVE more high school students are now working in various roles across the Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) thanks to the legacy of Aboriginal activist Elsa Dixon. Ms Dixon played a key role in improving social outcomes for Aboriginal communities, from the 1970s until her death in 1993. Advertise with
Fostering community connection one cast at a time
NINE eager anglers gathered at Henry Kendall Reserve to learn casting tips and participate in all things fishy on Wednesday 16 March, as part of Hastings Neighbourhood Services’ “Grow, Catch and Cook” initiative. This social program is designed to support people living with disabilities and their family members, improving their
Wrong way: GPS errors a hazard for children in Dunbogan’s Longworth Rd south
RESIDENTS along the southern end of Longworth Road in Dunbogan have had a minor win. A year after raising concerns about their access road and the safety of 16 school-aged children, Port Macquarie-Hastings Council has agreed to order signs warning drivers to slow down. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's
Camden Haven students join prestigious student council
CAMDEN Haven High School (CHHS) students Indy Cook and Danielle Dodds have been selected to join the Minister's Student Council, the top student forum for NSW public schools. Known as the Department of Student Voices in Education and Schools (DOVES), the council is composed of 27 student members, representing the
Community at 3 announces new venue for weekly barbeque
Young leaders Charlotte and Ella advocating for change
MEET Charlotte Schrader and Ella Sorensen, two young women on a mission to reduce the impact of gendered violence in the community. Having been inspired by the work of Sherele Moody at Australian Femicide Watch, the pair served as volunteer organisers of the Port Macquarie iteration of the nation-wide “Stop
Lake Cathie full as heavy surf batters the Camden Haven coast
FOR all the preparation ahead of Cyclone Alfred, it has been the weeks since that have caused the greatest damage to the Macquarie Coast. Heavy seas, high tides and rain run-off have caused significant beach erosion, particularly in the Camden Haven. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for
New report shows region’s labour and skills shortages will inhibit economic growth
REGIONAL Development Australia Mid North Coast (RDAMNC) has released a new study that highlights the growing labour and skills shortages in the region. The report shows these will pose a significant barrier to economic growth. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us