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
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Knitting Nannas win court challenge
‘KNITTING Nannas’ Helen Kvelde and Dominique Jacobs have won a significant victory for the right to protest in NSW, with the Supreme Court finding offences established under the former Government’s anti-protest regime unconstitutional. The Supreme Court ruled that sections 214A (1) (c) and (d) of the NSW Crimes Act “impermissibly burden
Gypsy Art Group display work at Botanic Garden
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
Coffs Coast residents gather for Gaza
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
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New report reveals grim statistics on our roads and driveways
IT’S Australia’s heartbreaking legacy. Road trauma is the leading cause of death for children aged one to fourteen in this country. 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 On average, one child is killed in
Coffs Harbour Eisteddfod 2024 is open for entries
THE COFFS Harbour & District Eisteddfod is up and running for 2024. Entries opened January 1 and will close on 31 March. 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 Coffs Harbour & District Eisteddfod
Bellingen Aquatic Illuminations exhibition inspired by water and light
AQUATIC Illuminations, an exhibition showing the work of two local artists at Nexus Community Gallery at the Old Buttery Factory, Bellingen, will open on Sunday 14 January 2024. The artistic pair will be in attendance from 2pm for the afternoon. A collection of paintings by Kim Satchell (PhD) and the ceramics of
Yt DiNGO launches new single with mesmerising video
YT DiNGO, local music and dance artist Travers Ross, has released his latest single, Temptalien, described as “an introspective journey into personal growth and the profound connection between self and heritage”. Known for his ability to weave intricate narratives into soul-stirring compositions, Temptalien blends ethereal melodies with poignant lyrics that
Tom’s tip for an alternative way into uni
TOORMINA local Thomas Henderson is one of 50 TAFE NSW graduates who studied a university preparation course that provides access to universities without the HSC. Tom has been studying for the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (TPC) and has just received his results, a Tertiary Entrance Score of an ATAR equivalent