DEBATE continues apace about how we meet our future energy needs. Many people in the discussion are still stuck in a place where they can list the energy production methods they think are unacceptable, but can’t offer an acceptable method. In coastal and farming communities, many seem offended by the

DEAR News Of The Area, WELL, I believe that this decision outlines the total incompetence of MidCoast Council. If Council was so concerned about vehicles on Jimmys Beach, why haven't they employed and utilised more compliance officers on a regular basis and more importantly during peak periods. I have a number of

THIS week is expected to be completely dominated by a single blockbuster release, meaning that international distributors are taking the opportunity to filter in some much delayed foreign fare, while Aussie families will have the chance to (hopefully) enjoy a home grown offering. Tótem is a Spanish language film that first

JUST a few weeks ago, the NSW Government released the latest data on Development Application processing times for Councils across the State. Last financial year, Port Stephens Council assessed 587 DAs with a total value of over $297.5 million. These DAs were assessed in an average time of 61 days, well

DEAR News Of The Area, I REFER to the article in the Port Stephens News Of The Area dated 18/7/2024 which referred to Brandy Hill Drive 'Shared Pathway Works'. Just a few words from a very unhappy resident. I am sure if you actually asked all the residents and not just the

DEAR News Of The Area, A POLL running alongside the Council elections in September will give the residents of Coffs Harbour, for the first time, a formal say on the State Government’s proposal to sell off their land holdings at the Jetty foreshore to a private developer. The opponents of this plan

DEAR News Of The Area, OVER the past week the Coffs Harbour region played host to the Australian Secondary Schools 18 Years National Rugby League Championship. The decision to bring this championship to Coffs Harbour this year was based on a host of reasons linking sport and education, including the world-class

DEAR News Of The Area, I FEEL like the general public has no idea what the animal crisis currently is! So here is an update: - The animal shelters are full - The rescues are full - No kill shelters are full - Council pounds are full - Adoptions are at an all-time low - Surrender intake is

DEAR News Of The Area, I WOULD like to comment on statements in Mr Greg Osborne’s letter to the editor, 21 July, about the Camden Head Pilot Station management. Firstly the letter infers that the community hasn’t been involved in the management of the Pilot Station and that the facility should be

DEAR News Of The Area, I WOULD like to add some further points to the article ‘Vegetation of View’ published in the paper on Friday 28 June, which weren’t articulated in that article in which I was quoted. Firstly, we are talking about the Camden Head Headland which is zoned RE1 (Recreational)