DEAR Jasminda, A FRIEND’S son has asked me to write a personal reference for him as he is going to court. I hardly know the kid and what I do know isn’t very positive. I think I have only been asked because I have a good standing in the community. How do I tactfully get […]
Council encourages the community to get involved in the Plastic Free July pledge. Photo: Engin Akyurt/Pexels
THOUSANDS of Australians are being encouraged to make one simple change this month by taking the Plastic Free July pledge. Councils along the east coast of New South Wales are supporting the global campaign, encouraging residents to refuse just one unnecessary plastic item during July and help reduce plastic waste in their communities. The Plastic […]
Group members accept a donation cheque to help more young people participate in sport. Photo: Supplied.
THE It Takes a Community Sports Group is kicking goals, with its focus on getting more young people healthy, active and involved in sport while also supporting wellbeing and helping fund-raise for a much-needed community bus for the whole region. Since a community meeting in September, the group has worked to promote the value of […]
Essential Energy apprentice powerline workers during their training block.
ESSENTIAL Energy is recruiting for the next generation of field crews and people from the regions are strongly encouraged to apply. With the catch-phrase of ‘Swap the desk for the field’, Essential Energy has launched its 2027 Apprentice Program and is actively looking for people who want a hands-on career close to home. Applications are […]
World-class event returns to the region. Photo: supplied
SKIES above Taree are set to roar back to life this November as the spectacular Barrington Coast Airshow returns, promising breathtaking aerial displays, family entertainment and a major boost for the MidCoast economy. MidCoast Council has once again partnered with Paul Bennet Airshows to bring the world-class event back to Taree Regional Airport on Saturday, […]
The convoy in Bulahdelah.
The convoy in Bulahdelah. Utes in tow. Drivers enjoying their break. Lions Club president Judy Dixon (right) with Lions committee members. THE Bulahdelah Lions Club welcomed the Aussie Hay Runners to town on Friday, 26 June, providing fresh homemade sandwiches, cake and cold drinks for the volunteer convoy as it continued its journey delivering much-needed […]
Walking tracks and other amenities in NSW national parks will benefit from the funding. Photo: freepik
THE 2026 NSW Budget contains $130 million destined to improve visitor facilities and infrastructure across the state’s national parks network, helping meet growing demand for affordable outdoor recreation. The funding will support upgrades to walking tracks, campgrounds, picnic areas, amenities, lookouts, roads and visitor centres across NSW, while also improving accessibility and strengthening infrastructure against […]
Essential costs are still placing pressure on household budgets. Photo: Drazen Zigic on Magnific.
AUSTRALIAN households continued to spend steadily in May, despite ongoing pressure from rising living costs. New figures from the National Australia Bank (NAB) show total consumer spending increased by 1.1 per cent during the month, recovering from a small decline in April. Compared to the same time last year, spending was up 6.5 per cent. […]
Gloucester CWA members Sandy Tebett, Margery Phair, Kelly Boyer and Lisa Peterson with ‘Boy from Oz’ cast member, Jasper O’Keefe.
TWELVE-YEAR old Jasper O’Keefe has a work ethic second to none. As reported by News Of The Area, in April Jasper travelled with his sister, Remi, to Orlando where he competed in the International Cheer Union World Championships as part of Team Australia Youth Pom, and The Summit Championships held in early May. They were […]
