COLES and Woolworths are two of the most powerful and profitable supermarkets in the world but should not be split up, the competition watchdog has found in a major review of the sector. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission released its final report into supermarkets on Friday, finding major chains had
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Cross-party nod for probe into ‘rogue’ childcare firms
SHOCKING allegations of children being sexually abused, restrained for hours and served low-quality meals have prompted a government-backed parliamentary inquiry into the childcare sector. The NSW probe is the first called since an ABC investigation revealed widespread failings in the nation's burgeoning for-profit childcare system. Advertise with News of The Area
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Rapid response units to tackle regional youth crime
NSW Police have launched rapid response units to tackle youth crime across the state. Operation Soteria is a high-profile strategy involving around 60 officers. 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 Deputy Commissioner Paul
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Progress Association hosts successful Seniors Concert
THE Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Progress Association (HNTGPA) celebrated Seniors Week 2025 by throwing a big, free-entry concert at the Hawks Nest Community Hall on Saturday 15 March. Several local businesses chipped in with a smorgasbord of door prizes, showing the generosity and sense of community that prevails along the