AS the Coffs Coast relaxes this week with the news of no known COVID-19 cases transmitted by a Sydney construction worker’s visit for work to the region many have been asking the following questions. How was it that a construction worker from Sydney was able to work in regional NSW despite

  OCTOGENARIAN Maureen Novis’ presidency of the Nambucca branch of the United Hospital Auxiliaries (UHA) of NSW has been recognised at their Annual General Meeting (AGM). While Ms Novis did not stand for President again this year she accepted nomination for Vice President. The popular leader will be a valuable mentor for new

  THE Friday for Forests (FFF) roadside demonstration, located at the corner of Mann St and Hyland Park Rd, started in June 2020. It all started when Nambucca Valley Councillor Susan Jenvey, Georgette Allen and members of the Nambucca Valley Conservation Association decided to gather each Friday with other local residents who

  THE Nambucca Heads Library renovations are a step closer to getting started. Nambucca Valley Council has advised News Of The Area that, “The final detailed design plans have been completed and the construction of the upgrade is now at the tender stage. “Tenders close at the end of June and will be

  FEDERAL Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan says councils will be able to progress important road projects following the release of quarterly payments under Roads to Recovery program. Councils will use the funding to target specific local road maintenance. The total Roads to Recovery allocations for 2019-20 to 2023-24 are, Bellingen Shire Council

  THE Scotts Head community are upset about the proposed removal of WW2 Memorial Trees in the Little Bay area. News Of The Area spoke with Moira Ryan from Scotts Head Dune Care who stated she first noticed the now dead tree looking poorly about 18 months ago. Moira said, “Dune Care raised

  ACCORDING to Don Parvezz, Major Project Chairman from the Nambucca Heads Lions, the club has been working to beautify the Lions Park for two years. When speaking to News Of The Area Don said, “We wouldn’t have been able to do the project without Nambucca Valley Council and Nambucca Heads RSL

  THE Nambucca Valley Emergency Services Team has been awarded the Australian Red Cross Distinguished Team Award. The Award was presented by Mr John Maclennan, Chairman of NSW Red Cross, in Sydney at World Red Cross Day celebrations, on 7 May. The Award was accepted by team members Carol Templeton and Lesley Smith. This

  MID North Coast NSW Emergency Situations, an independent information page (not associated with any emergency service) have created a platform in which locals can document the disastrous March 2021 flooding of the Mid North Coast. Paul and his wife, Sarah are asking for local support. “What we are hoping you can help