Nambucca Valley

Local anglers wanted to help track the ‘mushy fish’ parasite

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COASTAL anglers are being asked to help find a solution to the spread of “mushy fish”. Charles Sturt University (CSU) researcher and Lecturer in Ecology Dr Jessica Tout-Lyon, is leading a project based in Port Macquarie aimed at tracking the spread of the parasite behind the flesh-altering condition. Advertise with News of

More to do on Medicare and bulk-billing, Labor says

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MAKING it cheaper to see a doctor is expected to feature prominently in Labor's election pitch, with the federal health minister committed to strengthening Medicare before the upcoming campaign. "There's more we want to do to deliver - more doctors, more bulk-billing and more urgent care," Health Minister Mark Butler told

Consumers taking charge: energy saving tips for 2025

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SMARTER use of common household appliances - fridges, washing machines and even the toaster - could cut power bills in 2025, an electricians' network says. The toaster may be a smaller contributor to the power bill but is still worth optimising, says Chris Madikian, electrical expert at Sydney-based The Local Electrician.

Evolving world water cycle threatens Australia

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DEADLY floods, cyclones and droughts are wreaking havoc as record-breaking temperatures change the way water moves around the world, scientists warn. Water-related disasters killed thousands of people, displaced millions and caused losses exceeding $US550 billion in 2024, according to an international study released on Monday. Advertise with News of The Area today.

Rate cuts on horizon in mixed 2025 for the economy

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AUSTRALIANS have endured taxing economic conditions in the past calendar year, but there is cause for cautious hope in 2025. Long-awaited interest rate cuts are broadly expected in the first half of the year, providing household budgets with much-needed breathing space. Market Economics managing director Stephen Koukoulas said healthier household incomes and

Farmers wanted for farm fire fighting vehicle trial

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THE STATE Government is encouraging farmers to take part in a trial that exempts farm vehicles used to fight fires from registration. Under the trial, participants can nominate a Farm Fire Fighting Vehicle (FFFV), or a vehicle used for firefighting purposes, to respond to emergency bush fire incidents on public roads

Santa spotted in the park at Stuarts Point

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THOUGH the weather outside was sweltering, Families gathered with anticipation swelling, 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 The word was out, Without a doubt, Santa was on his way! THE Stuarts Point and District Community Organisation (SPaDCO)

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