A “POLLIES in the Pub” event in Kempsey featuring controversial Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price was cancelled just as it was about to begin on Wednesday, 12 March, following a protest by members of the Dunghutti community. National Party Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan had organised Senator Price’s visit to the West
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Farmers advised to communicate with neighbours over spray drift risks
CATTLE producers need to work closely with neighbouring properties to ensure they understand what products are being sprayed and when before selling cattle. This is the advice from the Integrity Systems Company (ISC), which manages the vendor declarations for Australia’s red meat industry. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth
Council puts Bunker Gallery grant on hold
WHAT might have been a straightforward grant of $60,000 to the Bunker Cartoon Gallery has been delayed because five City of Coffs Harbour councillors received electoral funding from a gallery board member. While this sounds contentious, the councillors all declared the conflict of interest and recused themselves from voting on the
Nelson Bay Artisan Collective’s alcove of featured artists
LOCATED opposite the bustling boat terminals at D’Albora Marina in Nelson Bay is a quiet sanctuary of art, sculpture, expression and visual collaboration called the Artisan Collection. Each month, a dedicated space within the gallery, aptly named “The Alcove”, hosts a different exhibition. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth
Sanderling Avenue development declared state significant
A CONTROVERSIAL proposal for a large-scale apartment complex on Sanderling Avenue, Hawks Nest has been declared a State Significant Development (SSD), potentially fast-tracking its delivery. The Hawks Nest development was one of 18 housing proposals across NSW the Minister for Planning and Public Spaces declared an SSD last week, following recommendations
Hot Rods set to flock to the Myall Coast
Nambucca Valley Phoenix programs empowering youth through creativity
YOUNG people are being invited to explore innovative programs for their creative and social development at Nambucca Valley Phoenix in Bowraville. The community organisation offers a comprehensive program of workshops and classes for young people facilitated by professional staff. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your
Community to ‘continue the fight’ against foreshore development plans
MORE than 400 community members gathered to demonstrate their continuing opposition to the State Government’s Jetty Foreshore revitalisation plan on Saturday, 22 February. In attendance were City of Coffs Harbour councillors Paul Amos, Tony Judge and Jonathan Cassell, and representatives from the Garlambirla Guyuu Girrwaa Elders. Advertise with News
Senior services explored at Bello Memorial Hall
A SENIORS Services Expo and facility tour will be held at the Bellingen Memorial Hall on Thursday, 6 March. This event will provide attendees a unique opportunity to explore the venue’s enhanced facilities, enjoy a complimentary morning tea and connect with local services. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth
Nelson Bay and Raymond Terrace included in planning control reforms
THE State Government says its ‘Low and Mid-Rise’ housing policy is set to deliver 112,000 homes across New South Wales over the next five years. The new reforms change planning controls within 800 metres, or a 10-minute walk, around 171 town centres and stations to allow dual-occupancies, terraces, townhouses and residential