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Marine Rescue completes overnight rescue mission
VOLUNTEERS from Marine Rescue Newcastle safely returned two people to shore after their 13.5 metre yacht lost steering 18 nautical miles (33km) off Newcastle. Radio operators at Marine Rescue Sydney State Communications Centre answered the call for assistance just before 7pm on Thursday 20 February. Advertise with News of The Area today.
Nelson Bay and Raymond Terrace included in planning control reforms
THE State Government says its ‘Low and Mid-Rise’ housing policy is set to deliver 112,000 homes across New South Wales over the next five years. The new reforms change planning controls within 800 metres, or a 10-minute walk, around 171 town centres and stations to allow dual-occupancies, terraces, townhouses and residential
Nelson Bay Torchbearers elect new president
DURING their recent annual general meeting (AGM), Nelson Bay Torchbearers for Legacy elected Christine Riley as their new President for 2025. She is supported by Vice President Judy Chapman, Secretary and Markets Manager Jeanette Murray, Assistant Secretary Shirley Harvey, Treasurer Denise Diemar and Assistant Treasurer and Marketing Brigita Falconer. Advertise
Pride of Port Stephens: Anna Bay local Happy Harry spreading joy despite adversity
HAPPY Harry will celebrate his 88th birthday in April. He relocated from Sydney over 30 years ago, believing retirement would be as pleasant as the weekend holiday he and his wife had in Port Stephens, where their kids enjoyed fishing, dancing, surfing and swimming. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's
$245,000 for Tomaree Hospital Emergency Department
TOMAREE Hospital’s Emergency Department (ED) is set for an upgrade through a $245,000 funding boost from the NSW Government. 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 ED upgrade will see a reconfiguration
Jillaroo Olivia Higgins primed for historic rugby league test against England
RAYMOND Terrace golden girl Olivia Higgins is set to chalk up another milestone in her burgeoning international rugby league career. The premiership-winning Newcastle Knights hooker has flown out to Las Vegas with the Australian Jillaroos travelling squad, for this weekend’s historic Test match against England Women at the Allegiant Stadium. Advertise with
Local artist Bridget Taylor showcased at Galleries in the Gardens
A SPECIAL exhibition opening was held at Tea Gardens’ Galleries in the Gardens (GiG) on Saturday 15 February, showcasing the creative talents of local artist Bridget Taylor. Bridget, who splits her time between the Hunter Valley hinterland and the Myall Coast, was chosen by the Galleries to showcase her work
Myall Coast community seeks answers on pelican roosting
Letter to the Editor: The Labor Gov has delivered
DEAR News Of The Area, LAST election the Australian people got rid of a conservative government. In its place they elected a Labor government who had to depend on a hostile Liberal Party, Greens and independents. Labor still provided tax cuts to all workers, and provided funding for apprentices in the