FROM humble beginnings in 2010, the Valla Beach Markets has grown into a vibrant and much-loved event that brings the community together and funds a variety of local projects. Managed by the Valla Beach Community Association (VBCA), a S355 Committee of Management of Nambucca Valley Council (NVC), the markets have

THE vast majority of recent applications to join the Nambucca Senior Citizens Club have been denied, despite waning membership being cited as a reason for the impending sale of the group’s clubhouse. As previously reported in NOTA, Nambucca Seniors has been struggling to pay its bills, leading to the club’s

IN a generous display of community support, the Nambucca Heads Offshore Fishing Club has donated $1000 to Marine Rescue Nambucca to aid in their vital work of keeping local waterways safe. The donation was presented on Friday night at the Nambucca Bowls Club, with Marine Rescue Nambucca’s Unit Commander Gary

A CROWD of almost 200 packed into the Nambucca Heads RSL Club auditorium to witness the Wyz Wimmin & Friends Theatre Company’s performance of “The Sisterhood” on Saturday, 15 March. Originally planned to hit the stage on 8 March for International Women’s Day (IWD), but postponed due to Ex-Tropical Cyclone

OXLEY MP Michael Kemp was the guest speaker at the first Stuarts Point and District Community Organisation (SPaDCO) meeting of the year on Wednesday, 26 February. Mr Kemp was invited to offer details of what the National Party is doing at the State level, especially for small regional communities, with an

NAMBUCCA Heads artist and dedicated community fundraiser Freya Paton is once again opening her home for a special fundraising event, continuing her long-standing tradition of supporting local and international causes. Over the years, Freya and her friends have raised funds for organisations such as Red Cross, Neighbourhood Centres, The Youthie,

MACKSVILLE’S Merv and Elaine Lynch have reached a remarkable milestone, celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary - by any measure a remarkable testament to love, dedication, and a lifetime of shared memories. Born and raised in the Nambucca district, Elaine and Merv grew up in Macksville and Bowraville respectively. Advertise with News

THE Nambucca Heads Uniting Church has pitched in with funds to facilitate respite for local carers. Many in the community support a family member, friend or client who has a disability, mental illness, substance dependency, chronic condition, terminal condition or age related frailty. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's

THE Verandah Post Patchworkers will host their annual Quilt Show in Macksville on the weekend of 22-23 March at the Macksville Senior Citizens’ Centre. An entry fee of $5 will be collected at the door. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business. Message us. Phone