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Sport

Gabba moment that gives Marnus confidence of kicking on

THE last time Australia went 2-0 up in the Ashes, they went on to blow a golden chance to win the series outright, but Marnus Labuschagne pointed to one passage of play from the Brisbane Test when asked how the team would stop history repeating. Mitchell Starc’s second player-of-the-match performance from as many Tests this […]

Sport Results

Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club

ROBYN Dyer and female golf are thriving at The Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club, with the latest contest producing an extraordinarily tight finish. A bumper field of 36 fronted the starter on Wednesday, 3 December, when 34-marker Dyer turned in 52 off the stick and parred the 10th and 13 to post 38 points to […]

Sport Results

Macksville CC Bowls

LAST Sunday had 14 teams playing in the Macksville Newsagency sponsored ham day, teams from Scotts Head, Stuarts Point and Bowraville along with the local sides competed in what is a fun event. Out of the hat winners were Karen Perry, Brian Nunn and Mark Coleman, R/U Mel Little, Thelma Scott and Judy Walker all […]

Jasminda's Advice

On the couch with Jasminda

DEAR Jasminda, MY husband’s Netflix viewing history shows an abnormal amount of True Crime shows, serial killer series, and murder mysteries. Should I be worried? Petra L. Dear Petra, For some strange reason, many people like having the living daylights scared out of them for relaxation. I’m not one of them, and it sounds as […]

Hypothetical

Legal Hypothetical: Boy sues Santa!

TIMMY wakes on Christmas morning, rubs his eyes and stumbles downstairs to the Christmas tree. He is overjoyed to find three presents, bearing a special stamp, stating that they are “Shipped from the North Pole”. “Thank you, Santa!” he exclaims. When Timmy’s brother and sister join him, they begin unboxing their Christmas gifts. His sister […]

Local News

Changed traffic conditions at Valla Beach intersection

MOTORISTS are advised of changed traffic conditions on Giinagay Way and at the intersection of Giinagay Way with Valla Beach Road, Valla Beach. From 5 December until the end of January 2026, work will be carried out to build a roundabout, and install Gateway Entry Treatments and Vehicle Activated Speed Signs. The decision to construct […]

Community, Health

Community services to be showcased in Nambucca Heads

NAMBUCCA Valley locals are invited to come together for a day of connection and community support at the upcoming Community Services Day. The event will be held at the Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) grounds on the corner of Willunga Avenue and Giinagay Way, Nambucca Heads, on Tuesday, 17 December from 10:00am to 1:00pm. The event […]

Dorin's Drawin'

Stable

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: As Australia turns to renewables, the Mid North Coast must lean in

DEAR News Of The Area, AUSTRALIA has just hit a historic milestone: renewables have overtaken fossil fuels for the first time. This isn’t a blip – it’s the acceleration of an energy transition that is now economically unstoppable. Solar, wind, and battery storage are dominating new investment globally, and Australia is finally reflecting that reality. […]

School

Last days to donate to Toy Drive

AS the donation period draws to a close, The Salvation Army, Newcastle Permanent, and Greater Bank are encouraging the community to support their annual Christmas Toy Drive Appeal and help share the spirit of the season. Each year the annual Toy Drive delivers thousands of gifts to children and families facing hardship at Christmas time. […]