Pip Barry, author of ‘The Little Wave’. Photo: BRWF.
Writers Kate and Jol Temple. Photo: Supplied by Bellingen Readers & Writers Festival. Pip Barry, author of ‘The Little Wave’. Photo: BRWF. Participating author Corey Tutt. Photo: BRWF. Performance poet and author Joel McKerrow. Photo: BRWF. A $13,900 grant from Creative Australia will see the Bellingen Readers & Writers Festival (BRWF) Schools Program expand into […]
NAMBUCCA Valley councillors unanimously voted to tackle modern slavery, including support for an alliance against modern slavery across the Mid North Coast. Councillor Ljubov Simson said her motion acknowledged the NSW Anti-Slavery Commissioner’s report and his work done so far. She said it tasked council to be alert to the indicators of exploitation in all […]
Nambucca District Rescue Squad members during hands-on drills. Nambucca District Rescue Squad members during hands-on drills. THE COVID pandemic and associated lockdowns changed the face of many business models, workplaces, and even volunteer organisations. The Nambucca District Rescue Squad was disbanded during the first COVID lockdown and this led to the squad ceasing operations. Some […]
Beautiful Bowraville. Photo: NVC. Jacks Ridge Mountain Bike Park, which is often the scene for mountain biking events. Photo: NVC. EVENT organisers with a vision are encouraged to apply for a grant to bring their idea to life and help the Nambucca Valley build a vibrant year-round calendar of events. Nambucca Valley Council (NVC) is […]
DEAR News Of The Area, AS someone born in Burma (now Myanmar) I understand the value of democracy in a way that many people fortunate enough to grow up in a democratic country may never experience. I spent 15 years of my life involved in the struggle for democracy and basic human rights under a […]
Debbie Grenenger shows off her scorecard after posting a whacking 46 stableford points at The Island on Saturday.
Debbie Grenenger shows off her scorecard after posting a whacking 46 stableford points at The Island on Saturday. Do not try this at home, or at Nambucca golf course. Annette Hobday on the 5th. No one was injured, including the ball, as the staunch stance and swing found nothing but air. THE welcomed wave of […]
SATURDAY the Allan Clarke sponsored four person Ambrose attracted over 70 players and featured more asides than most competitions, including nearest the pin on all greens and longest drives on two fairways for all grades ,non handicappers and ladies. Overall winners were Allan’s team including Coen Branford, Jack Grant and Dale Brunsdon. Runners up were […]
DEAR News Of The Area, HISTORY shows us that prohibition does not work. You only need to look at alcohol, “illegal” drugs, abortion, celibacy in the Catholic church, gambling, assisted dying and the topic of the day – smoking – to name a few If people want something, they will find it. All governments can […]
The newest Velocette, a 1928, has a well documented history.
FATHERS Day 2026 at the Macksville Showgrounds’ annual Rusty Iron Rally will showcase a twin century of achievement for Velocette motorcycles. The display will bring together more than 10 decades of achievements by this once well-known British-manufactured motorcycle. The four 1920s Velocettes on display have been brought from The Isle of Man, Birmingham (UK), and […]
Beautiful Scotts Head is a jewel in the crown of Reflections holiday parks statewide. Photo: Reflections.
Nambucca Valley councillors have unanimously voted to challenge the NSW Government and state-run operator Reflections Holidays over the management of local Crown reserves. The motion, which was passed on Wednesday, August 26, highlighted how millions of dollars in locally generated tourism revenue leaves the valley and calls for immediate action on overdue management plans. Moved […]
