August 17, 2026

Farmers say it’s time to end the regional mobile black spots

REGIONAL Australians are calling on the Federal Government to act now on domestic mobile phone roaming and take farmers’...

Clean out the chemicals: Dungog farmers urged to register for disposal opportunity

DUNGOG Shire farmers, primary producers and agribusinesses with unwanted or expired agricultural chemicals are being...

Meet Jack McBlane – his mum calls him the future mayor of Clarence Town

JACK McBlane is a rising star in Clarence Town. His mum, Yvonne McBlane, lovingly calls him, “the future mayor of...

1 in 4 Australians forego heating or cooling due to cost

TEMPERATURE extremes at either end of the thermometer carry inherent risk for vulnerable people, such as the elderly or...

Helping kids and teens build relationships offline

WITH the ban on under-16s using social media, the Government has recognised a need to fill the void and help youth...

Step up for Red, Set, Go! and join the August challenge to help save little lives

AS communities across the News Of The Area readership prepare for another busy month of local events, residents are...

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