Letter to the Editor: Bulk water supply system at Taree Airport Opinion Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 23, 2025 DEAR News Of The Area, IN November 2024, I attended a Taree Airport Strategy Study workshop at MidCoast Council’s Taree chambers as representative for Myall Coast Chamber of Commerce and Tourism. Taree is a certified airport with navigation instrument certification and runs air freight, aero medical, firefighting, air rescue, private aircraft and
Barney Miller Surf Classic set to celebrate its 25th year Coffs Coast Sport National News Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad Sport by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 23, 2025 THE BARNEY Miller Surf Classic is set to celebrate its 25th anniversary in March. Since its inception, the annual event has raised over half a million dollars towards providing vital support and resources for individuals and families navigating the challenges of spinal cord injuries. This year’s surfing competition is being held on
Local juniors represent North Coast at annual cricket carnival Coffs Coast Sport Nambucca Valley Sport National News Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad Sport by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 23, 2025 SOME of the region’s best junior cricketers have represented the North Coast at the annual Stan Austin Carnival on the Mid North Coast. The North Coast Cricket Council’s Under 16s side finished runners-up, going down by five wickets to Newcastle in the final at Taree. North Coast opened the batting in the
Letter to the Editor: Fix intersection in a ‘sensible manner’ Opinion Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 23, 2025 DEAR News Of The Area, THE intersection of Valla Beach Road and Giinagay Road will continue to create accidents. There are more and more housing developments in Valla Beach, thus increasing the traffic flow. Adding more signs will not help, especially visitors and tourists who have not come across the confusing signage
Laurieton Stingrays snap up Cuban Piper for 2025 season Camden Haven Sport National News Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad Sport by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 23, 2025 THE Laurieton Hotel Stingrays have announced the signing of Cuban Piper for the 2025 season. Piper, 23, has made a name for himself in local rugby league circles with impressive performances for the Port City Breakers and Port Macquarie Sharks. His track record includes playing and winning six grand finals, the first
Letter to the Editor: Supporting our Co-op Opinion Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 23, 2025 DEAR News Of The Area, LIKE so many we are saddened by the current loss of our Co-op. Whilst Community at 3 is a charity to support the homeless and lonely, we have been so grateful for our Co-op. The excellent meals provided to our people who visit and the general support
Letter to the Editor: Nuclear support oxymoronic Opinion Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 23, 2025 DEAR News Of The Area, I FIND it interesting that the pro-nuclear lobby, like yourself, continue to periodically and repeatedly spruik their wares regarding “clean, safe nuclear power” whilst giving wind turbines a drubbing without application of factual information. As the phrase goes, often attributed to Mark Twain, “Lies, damned lies,
Legal Hypothetical: Time to tick-off a new year’s resolution Hypothetical - A Legal Look Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 23, 2025 AS is common for many people at this time of year, Jack and Jill make a new year’s resolution to “get their house in order” in terms of their estate planning. They see a solicitor specialising in this field and are advised that the traditional estate planning package consists of three
Zeke Fahina joins Sydney Roosters academy program Camden Haven Sport National News Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad Sport by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 22, 2025 EZEKIEL "Zeke" Fahina, a rising rugby league talent from Camden Haven, has earned his spot in the Elite Roosters Junior Rugby League (JRL) program for the 2024/2025 season. Designed by the Sydney Roosters, the program offers talented junior players the opportunity to engage in specialised elite training tailored to their
Camden Haven athletes collect accolades at NSW Country Championships Camden Haven Sport National News Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad Sport by News Of The Area - Modern Media - January 22, 2025 DESPITE wild weather conditions, Athletics NSW hosted the 2025 NSW Country Championships at Maitland Regional Athletics Centre from 17 to 19 January. During three days of intense competition, athletes battled through throwing circles covered by pools of water, strong headwinds, and a damp and heavy track. Among the standout performers