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Zumba charity dance party raises funds for Ronald McDonald House

Zumba Instructors Christine (Dorrigo), Maxie (Bellingen), Denise and Jo (South West Rocks), Cheryl (Macksville) and Kerri (Valla Beach and Nambucca). Dance party attendees. THE Nambucca Valley Zumba Gold Annual Charity Dance Party was held recently at the Macksville Ex-Services Club. This year’s charity chosen was Ronald McDonald House. “A crowd of Zumba lovers came from […]

Community, Government

Earthworks pass halfway mark at Valla Urban Growth Area

PROGRESS continues at pace in the Valla Urban Growth Area (VUGA), with bulk earthworks for Stage One now past the halfway point. Mid North Coast contractor AJ Civil Projects has moved over 75,000 cubic metres of earth in under six months. Nambucca Valley Mayor Gary Lee considers this milestone a major step forward for the […]

Local News

Directors to bring ‘Dark Arts’ of documentary making to Bellingen

IF YOU have ever wondered what it takes to make an enthralling documentary, then Bellingen is the place to be on the weekend of 1 and 2 November. A group of Australia’s award-winning documentary editors (all women) formed a loose group over the past few years to talk through work issues and decided they wanted […]

Community

Aussie Bird Count underway this week

THE 2025 Aussie Bird Count, one of Australia’s largest citizen science events, began on Monday. This national celebration of our unique and diverse birdlife will run to Sunday, 26 October 2025. BirdLife Australia invites people of all ages to take just 20 minutes out of their day to spot, identify, and count the birds around […]

Community

Foster carers in high demand on the Mid North Coast

MID NORTH COAST residents are being urged to consider becoming foster carers due to a significant demand for children needing the love and support of a safe and stable home. Life Without Barriers’ NSW regional director for NSW Family Base Care North services, Benn Anderson, said many children are unable to live with their families […]

Community

Reflections responds to Scotts Head Reserve concerns with regeneration action

CONCERNS about the management of Crown land at Scotts Head were brought to the attention of News Of The Area (NOTA) earlier this year, prompting broader community discussion and warranting a closer look at efforts underway to protect and preserve this much-loved stretch of coastline. NOTA reached out to Reflections Holidays, the Crown Land Manager […]

Local News

Heise’s $2m election spend the highest in the country

FIGURES released by the Australian Electoral Commission this week show a candidate’s donations and marketing spend are no guarantee of success. Financial disclosure return information shows that Cowper Independent Caz Heise spent $2 million on her Federal Election campaign – more than any other candidate in the country. Ms Heise received $2.1 million from 55 […]

Community

Lifeline North Coast’s lead-up to World Op Shop Day

LIFELINE North Coast has made this week about fun, bargains, and community spirit – leading up to World Op Shop Day on Saturday, 18 October. The charity’s op shops have been featuring special deals all week. “Our amazing op shops are rolling out daily specials and unique deals at each location,” Lifeline North Coast General […]

Local News

Nambucca Valley Parkinson’s Support Group welcomes new members

NAMBUCCA Valley Parkinson’s Support Group is calling on anyone impacted by the neurodegenerative disease to reach out or consider attending a meeting. That includes people living with Parkinson’s disease, their families or carers. The group provides a welcoming and supportive environment to share experiences, access information, and connect with others in the local community. The […]

Community

Nambucca Valley Garden Club welcome Rachel Burns as guest speaker

Rachel Burns entertained the gardeners with anecdotes from her book. Reuben Wallis prepares to attack his birthday cake, supported by Rachael White. THE monthly meeting of the Nambucca Valley Garden Club (NVGC), held on Saturday, 11 October at the Macksville Salvation Army Hall, welcomed guest speaker Rachel Burns, author of the recently released “Nambucca Stories” […]