AWARD winning saxophonist Nick Russoniello’s virtuosity and originality wowed the audience, which ranged from pre-schoolers to the retired, when they gathered for his one and only Gloucester concert in the high school assembly hall on Sunday 30 March. Nick Russoniello is a highly accomplished and dynamic saxophonist, composer, ensemble leader and
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Monitoring the health of the Manning River
WATERWATCH NSW and MidCoast Council are hosting a hands-on program to monitor the health of the Manning River Catchment. MidCoast Council’s Manager of Natural Systems Gerard Tuckerman, said the project helps to ensure a sustainable future for our waterways. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your
Driver washed into the flooded Barnard River after ‘water rose in seconds’
EMERGENCY services were called to the Bretti Reserve camping area on Saturday evening after a man was swept into the swollen Barnard River, however witnesses dispute claims he drove into the floodwater. "We do have reports that an elderly gentleman tried to cross the flooded causeway with a caravan, and he
Collaboration between writer and illustrator Sami Bayly and St Joseph’s students
STUDENTS at St Joseph’s School in Gloucester have been collaborating with professional writer and illustrator Sami Bayly to create their own children’s book. A school assembly on Friday, 21 March, provided a platform for the soft launch of the book titled “A Fire In The Tops.” Advertise with News of The
Quick survey to help understand recycling
Hunter landholders urged to stay flood-ready
WITH areas of the Hunter and Mid North Coast impacted by minor flooding over the weekend, Hunter Local Land Services (LLS) is reminding landholders that preparation is essential, especially for those living on floodplains. “Though Tropical Cyclone Alfred brought some intense weather, the region was largely spared from major disruption, however
$400,000 available for resilience and preparedness in disaster impacted communities
GRANTS are on offer to support communities in remote, rural and regional Australia to build back better after declared disasters or extreme weather events between 2019 and 2024. Community groups and not-for-profit organisations (NFPs) in affected regions are invited to apply for funding to reduce the impact of disasters and prepare
Heightened risk of feral deer as breeding season approaches
WITH deer breeding season fast approaching, the Centre for Invasive Species Solutions is reminding communities of the heightened risk of feral deer on the road as well as increased activity and damage across Australia’s landscapes, including in suburban streets. Dr Annelise Wiebkin, National Deer Management Coordinator, says feral deer cause serious
Community Conversations hit the road across the MidCoast
“COMMUNITY Conversations” sessions will take place across the MidCoast local government area in coming months. Mayor Claire Pontin said it was an opportunity for valuable interactions between Council and the community. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us - (02)
