Bushcare’s Major Day Out in Hawks Nest Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 20, 2016September 21, 2016 Volunteers from Hawks Nest and Tea Gardens joined thousands around Australia attacking weeds during Bushcare’s Major Day Out. Sixteen local Bitou Busters worked removing asparagus weed from Bennetts beach dunes, one of 250 sites across the nation. For several members, this was their first outing with new tick-proof overalls donated by Bushcare’s
Port Stephens Suicide Prevention Network Walk with Us Suicide Remembrance Day FEATURED Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 16, 2016 IT is estimated that 2,000 Australians die by suicide every year, affecting families, friends, workplaces and communities. Port Stephens Suicide Prevention Network held this year’s “Walk With Us” at Boat Harbour, on the 10 September . The Walk With Us event invites people affected by suicide to remember their loved one and
Medowie Rural Fire Brigade open day a big success FEATURED Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 15, 2016 MEDOWIE Rural Fire Brigade put on a wonderful day of fun, learning and awareness on Saturday, hosting an open day along with Rural Fire Service brigades all over the state. Despite an early morning turn of the weather, putting the smooth running of activities in doubt, the sun came out and
Rural Fire Service Information Day at Tea Gardens Hawks Nest FEATURED Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 13, 2016 The Pindimar Tea Gardens Rural Fire Service held it’s “Get Ready Weekend” last Saturday, at the Myall Quays Shopping centre in Tea Gardens. Red balloons, great big red fire trucks and a sausage sizzle marked the event which was held to showcase the Brigade’s work and presence in the community. “We’re all
Becoming a Volunteer Lifesaver: Birubi Point Surf Club Open Day Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 12, 2016 HAVE you ever thought about becoming a Volunteer Lifesaver? Here is a wonderful opportunity to find out more. Birubi Point Surf Life Saving Club are inviting the general public to come along to their Clubhouse on Sunday 18 September, 3-5pm for an Open Day. On the day, you will hear all about how you can
Irrawang High School teacher, Jean Duma, to raise funds for Ovarian Cancer FEATURED Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale Raymond Terrace, Heatherbrae, Tomago by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 8, 2016September 8, 2016 IRRAWANG High School teacher, Jean Duma, is on a mission to raise funds for Ovarian Cancer – and the school has happily supported her on her fundraising journey. In October 2016, Ms Duma will be doing the Great Wall of China Challenge to raise funds for Ovarian Cancer Australia. Her initial goal
Irrawang High School wonderful day for their Spring Fair of fun FEATURED Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 8, 2016 DESPITE intense winds, the rain held off and allowed Irrawang High School to put on a wonderful day for their Spring Fair. There were rides, market stalls, performances and food aplenty, quite literally something for everyone. Local small businesses showed their wares, there were food stalls showcasing food from other cultures and
CWA District groups meet in Bulahdelah for Mongolian Day Bulahdelah, Wootton, Nerong FEATURED by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 8, 2016September 8, 2016 IT WAS Mongolian Day at the District CWA meeting held at Bulahdelah Bowling Club last week. More than 75 CWA members from 18 branches came from as far away as Nambucca Heads to enjoy lunch together and share their studies of Mongolia. Mid-North Coast International Officer Penny Britton said CWA NSW selects
Watt’s in Vogue closes after a decade in Bulahdelah Bulahdelah, Wootton, Nerong FEATURED by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 5, 2016 WATT’S In Vogue closed its doors last week after serving the Bulahdelah community for almost a decade. The final day of trading was celebrated with wine and nibbles which were shared with staff, community members and visitors to the store. Owner Kim Dorney said she made the decision to close up shop
Cancer Council’s Daffodil Day 26 August FEATURED MidCoast LGA (overall news) by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 25, 2016 THIS year’s Daffodil Day theme is ‘For Someone I Know,’ and encourages everyone to show their support for friends and family affected by cancer. Sixteen-year old Kaitlyn Smart is supporting the Cancer Council’s fundraising campaign in recognition of her mother. Kaitlyn said she is very grateful to have her mum in her
