FOR many years Sien Tedjo has quietly and cheerily helped newcomers to the Coffs Coast feel welcome and part of the community. Originally starting as a support group for Indonesians, her initiative has since grown into a wider multicultural network. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for

STUDENTS from Coffs Harbour High School (CHHS) have taken home the title of Overall Winner for their ‘Moona Lisa’ project in the national Dairy Australia Picasso Cows program, beating over 49 schools from across the country. Scoring 50/50, the school was awarded a prize of $2,000. Advertise with News of The

THE Marine Rescue Coffs Harbour Expo last weekend provided a fun and educational experience for residents and visitors, while highlighting the vital role the service plays in on-water safety. The day kicked off early in traditional style with a ‘fleet review’ that saw boats parading through the Jetty Harbour. Onlookers

HUNDREDS of locals attended an ocean film night at the Jetty Theatre, hosted by the Australian Marine Conservation Society, the NSW Sanctuary Alliance and the National Parks Association of NSW (NPA). The 17 September screening featured a series of short films, including stories from Batemans, Cape Byron and Jervis Bay marine

APPRENTICES at Toormina-based engineering business Vulcanic Tee have constructed four purpose-built iron benches and donated them to Coffs Harbour Regional Landcare (CHRL). The tables have been installed in CHRL’s nursery in Woolgoolga. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us - (02) 4981

THE Combined Art and Craft Group is hosting an exhibition at Coffs’ Botanic Garden from Sunday, 29 September, to Sunday, 6 October. The group of local artists has been holding exhibitions during the school holidays for many years. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth