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Kate Dunn appointed Local Connector for MidCoast under The Welcome Experience

REGIONAL Development Australia Mid North Coast (RDAMNC) has appointed Kate Dunn as the new Local Connector for the MidCoast local government area, with the role commencing on 1 July. The appointment follows the NSW Government’s decision to expand The Welcome Experience into the MidCoast Local Government Area, with RDAMNC delivering the program across MidCoast, Port […]

Nambucca Valley

Man faces court over South West Rocks motorcycle fatality in April 2026

A 73-year-old man has been charged with negligent driving occasioning death following a fatal motorcycle crash at South West Rocks earlier this year. About 5pm on Sunday 5 April 2026, emergency services were called to Gregory Street, near Spencers Creek Road, South West Rocks, following reports of a crash. Officers attached to Mid North Coast […]

Opinion

How did Pauline Hanson become popular

DEAR News Of The Area, While Pauline Hanson’s One Nation is the popular flavour in the polling lately, the mainstream media seem unable to ask any of the obvious questions. Both are concerning. After 30 years in Federal politics, Hanson’s only notable contributions were both publicity stunts; one involving the Australian flag, the other a […]

Community, Event

Sausage dog festival at Scotts Head

A SIZZLE of sausage dogs will descend upon Club Scotts on Sunday, 21 June, to celebrate World Dachshund Day with the annual Dachshund Festival. The dog friendly event will feature competitions for the longest, shortest and best-dressed dachshunds, pet store displays and a free photo booth. The event is timed with the winter solstice in […]

Community

Valla community rallies for mental health

Some of the organisers and sponsors behind the 2nd Annual Valla Gift. Local children participated in sack races around the 2nd Annual Valla Gift. Bodi O’Brien and Lewis Dyer enjoyed some friendly competition at the 2nd Annual Valla Gift. Lincoln and Abby Walker on their marks for a friendly race at the 2nd Annual Valla […]

Local News

Stuarts Point Garden Club First Photo Competition

The winning photo, ‘Weevil Garden Visitors’. Photo: supplied Judge Jenny Johnson faced a difficult task. Photo: Jen Hetherington People’s Choice judging. (Photo Jen H) AS a point of difference and to add local interest to the club, Stuarts Point and District Garden Club held a photo competition for their members. The competition attracted 46 entries […]

Community

Salvos’ Walk for the Hood brings community together for the Red Shield Appeal

Members of the community take part in the Nambucca River Church (NRC) Salvos Walk for the Hood fundraiser. THE Nambucca River Church (NRC) Salvos hosted “Walk for the Hood,” on Sunday 24 May, as part of the National 2026 Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal. More than just a walk, the event was an opportunity for […]

Community

Veterans and community unite for historic 80th anniversary

Commander David Myers RAN was the special guest at the recent dinner marking the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Nambucca Heads RSL Sub-Branch. The evening also served as the official launch of the book ‘We’ve Got Your Back’, written by local author Carrolline Rhodes, chronicling the first 80 years of the Sub-Branch. Historian, […]

Community, Entertainment

Rachel Burns brings Nambucca Valley history to festival audience

THE rich history of the Nambucca Valley was shared with a new audience when author Rachel Burns was selected to present her work at an opening event at the Bellingen Readers and Writers Festival. The festival commenced with a local author showcase at Alternatives Bookshop in Bellingen, bringing together writers from across the region to […]

Government

Further funding to unlock key housing infrastructure

ANOTHER round of the NSW Government’s Low-Cost Loans initiative has been opened, unlocking $12 million to support regional councils to accelerate housing delivery. The program, which is now open to all 95 regional councils across NSW, will provide financial support for infrastructure projects such as roads, intersections, water and sewer upgrades. Under the competitive grants […]