Letter to the Editor: Transparency of political allegiances Opinion Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 1, 2024 DEAR News Of The Area, I AM writing in support of City of Coffs Harbour election candidates being open and honest about their political membership and affiliations. It concerns me that some candidates are very critical of candidates who are members of political parties saying that they are beholden to party
Letter to the Editor: Tourism is in the garbage Opinion Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 1, 2024 DEAR News Of The Area, I AM finding it difficult to comprehend how “the most economical way of managing our red bin waste” is to drive it up to Queensland and dump it there? Are you serious? Then it dawned on me how lucky (?) I am living in this magnificent innovative tourism
Letter to the Editor: Council abandons the voice of business Opinion Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 1, 2024 DEAR News Of The Area, FOR more than 110 years the Coffs Harbour Chamber of Commerce has been ‘The Voice of Business’ in Coffs Harbour. During that time the Chamber has advocated for the business community without fear or favour. Successive Councils have recognised the good work done by the Chamber
Saints win women’s premiership Coffs Coast Sport Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad Sport by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 30, 2024 SIX years after becoming the inaugural AFL North Coast women’s premiers, the Sawtell/Toormina Saints have triumphed again. The Saints women won their second premiership by defeating the Coffs Harbour Breakers 3.7 (25) to 2.3 (15), in their grand final at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium. It was the second time the Saints
Group 2 Rugby League teams to play for premierships Coffs Coast Sport Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad Sport by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 30, 2024 WOOLGOOLGA Seahorses have kept their premiership defence alive after a 44-12 win in their preliminary final against the Sawtell Panthers at Rex Hardaker Oval. Defending reserve grade premiers Coffs Harbour Comets also earnt a chance to win back-to-back titles after they accounted for the Sawtell Panthers 20-12 at the Panthers home
Nambucca Strikers women march on in finals action Nambucca Valley Sport Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad Sport by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 30, 2024 THE Nambucca Strikers edged past the Boambee Eagles 1-0 in the opening round of the finals series at Coronation Park, Nambucca Heads last Saturday. This hard-fought victory propels the Strikers into a showdown against the Corindi Breakers on August 31, with a coveted grand final spot on the line. The Strikers
Battle of the Nambucca Valley in Group 2 Under 18s Grand Final Nambucca Valley Sport Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad Sport by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 30, 2024 THE Macksville Sea Eagles have two grades playing in Grand Final action this Sunday at C.ex Coffs International Stadium. The Under 18s will be looking for six straight premierships when they take on local rivals the Nambucca Roosters, while the Reserve Grade takes on last year’s premiers, the Coffs Harbour Comets. The
Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad Sport Sport Results by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 30, 2024 A VERY busy week with great weather for golf, and good scores are coming in – the Golf Course is in excellent condition for the big events in the coming week. Tuesday’s Monthly “Island Challenge” Medley Stroke event, sponsored by Toyota Genuine Service was won by Scott Burley (19) with net
Letter to the Editor: Exciting election opportunity Opinion Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 30, 2024 DEAR News Of The Area, WITH the 14 September Local Government election, we have a wonderful opportunity to elect a mayor and councillors who are committed to preserving the natural wonders of our beautiful Nambucca Valley and enriching the life of our community, rather than councillors who are focused on using
Letter to the Editor: Councillors hold great responsibility Opinion Property/Sports/Opinion - popup ad by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 30, 2024 DEAR News Of The Area, THE upcoming Nambucca Valley Council elections will provide a unique opportunity for residents and ratepayers to elect a new Mayor. Mayor Hoban has been there for some time. Around 20 years on Council, and several terms as Mayor. It is notable that she is not standing again. Say
