TWO new recliner chairs have been donated to Bellinger River District Hospital by the Pink Auxiliary. The design of the state-of-the-art recliners means they are more comfortable for patients and easier for the healthcare team to manage. Advertise with News…
ROSALIND Whyte took her audience from knowing nothing about Cornelia Parker to understanding much about the generally misunderstood artist, during her September address to ArtsNational Coffs Coast. Ms Whyte, a guide and lecturer at Tate Britain, revealed Parker’s work to…
THE Regional Finals of the Todd Woodbridge Cup were held at Kendall Tennis Club on Monday, 21 October, bringing together 100 Stage 2 and 3 students representing seven primary schools from Pacific Palms to South West Rocks. Kendall Public School…
IN THE middle of last century, at a time before avocados, lawn bowls in Australia was at its peak. While times have changed, this wonderful sport continues to thrive across the country, perfectly suited to the idyllic climate we enjoy,…
11 Rainbow Beach Drive, Bonny Hills 4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car THIS stunning family home situated in the exclusive and highly sought-after Rainbow Beach Estate stands out as a true gem. Surrounded by stylish, contemporary homes, this property offers…
DEAR News Of The Area, RAEWYN Macky’s recent letter in NOTA was interesting. I have no knowledge of blueberry growing, but I have farmed macadamias, avocados and lychees here in Boambee for 47 years and used plenty of Dimethoate over…
A DECISION on whether to reduce Nambucca Valley Council’s meeting schedule from bi-monthly to monthly was deferred for six months by the newly-elected group of councillors at last Thursday’s meeting. General Manager Bede Spannagle made the recommendation to change the…
SMALL businesses are doing it tough, and many local operators say a large percentage of their overall earnings are paid to companies offering point of sale (POS) software and services through credit card, Eftpos and other banking transaction charges. “In…
2024 HAS been a standout year so far for the Bowraville Central School Cattle Team, with numerous victories and accolades at various agricultural shows. “At the Kempsey Agricultural Show, Bowraville Central School team members Jaz, May, Sierra, Layne and Mikayla…
A MID NORTH COAST Zumba Gold charity event held at the Macksville Ex-Services Club has raised more than $1100 for the Melanoma Institute. Around 50 people attended the fundraiser event last Saturday afternoon which was the sixth organised by local…