ROADWORKS for proposed logging operations in Orara East and Lower Bucca state forests has resulted in adjoining residents and community members holding regular vigils to show their concerns. They argue that the forest is an essential part of a fragile north-south green corridor connecting habitat to Bucca State Forest in the
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Egg-citing fun at Yarrahapinni Community House
FOLLOWING the success of the recent Teddy Bears Picnic at Yarrahapinni Community House in Stuarts Point, volunteers opened the facility and garden again on Easter Saturday to facilitate an Easter Egg Hunt. “Our first Saturday trial opening of the Yarrahapinni Community House was great fun and with the holidays upon us
Cardinal mourns ‘death of much-loved’ Pope
AUSTRALIANS have recalled Pope Francis's profound love for the poor, diverse people and all of humanity as millions mourn the pontiff's passing. His death, on Monday after a recent serious battle with double pneumonia, was marked by tolling church bells and preparations for scores of memorial masses for the Catholic figurehead. Advertise
How early voting has upended pollies’ election pledges
PARTIES have been forced to ditch last-minute policy reveals as millions of Australians choose to skip polling day. Pre-polling centres opened from Tuesday, offering voters a chance to get in well before the 3 May election date. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business. Message us.
Farmers call for telecommunication focus at election time
THE National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has called for commitments from all sides of politics to bridge the digital divide for rural and regional Australians in this election. NFF President David Jochinke said that while significant investment has been made in recent years, rural and regional connectivity is still a major
Boy’s drowning adds to ‘most horrific’ Easter toll
HOLIDAYMAKERS are warned to avoid any unnecessary risks as powerful swells lash the east coast, resulting in record drownings in one state. Seven people are confirmed dead - six in NSW and one in Victoria - with the search for two others missing since Good Friday continuing on Easter Monday. Advertise with
Public input sought on hemp industry’s future
Farmers call for telecommunication focus at election time
THE National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has called for commitments from all sides of politics to bridge the digital divide for rural and regional Australians in this election. NFF President David Jochinke said that while significant investment has been made in recent years, rural and regional connectivity is still a major
Police conducting bail checks on ‘weak’ legal basis
POLICE in Australia's largest state have been slammed for regularly entering the private property of former inmates out on bail to conduct compliance checks, without a court order. A damning report from the NSW Law Enforcement Conduct Commission says police have been stretching their authority and powers by relying on a
Family First announces policies and candidates in Boambee East
FAMILY FIRST leader Lyle Shelton announced 100 new candidates and unveiled his policy platform for the upcoming Federal election at a meeting in Coffs Harbour last week. The party is campaigning on four main platforms: lower prices for energy through opening of more coal and gas power stations; making housing cheaper