July 24, 2026
New editor for News Of The Area newspaper group Eve with a few of her favourite things - eight different mastheads of News Of The Area. Photo: Angus Cheetham.
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New editor for News Of The Area newspaper group

Eve with a few of her favourite things – eight different mastheads of News Of The Area. Photo: Angus Cheetham. Freckle, the sick little bird who grew up and identified as a homing pigeon, with his rescuer. Photo: Angus Cheetham. EVE Nesmith has been named Editor of News Of The Area, the family-owned independent local […]

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Myall River VIEW Club celebrates 29 years and raises more than $1,300 Happy Tombola winners with their prizes at the club’s major fundraiser.
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Myall River VIEW Club celebrates 29 years and raises more than $1,300

Happy Tombola winners with their prizes at the club’s major fundraiser. Vice President Rhonda wears her high school hat alongside President Barbara in the name of fundraising. Lucy rocks the Beatles era at the fundraiser. Anne donned her 1920s-inspired attire for the Myall River VIEW Club’s vintage-themed birthday luncheon. Guest speaker at this year’s View […]

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Broughton Island wonderland
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Broughton Island wonderland

“I HAVE just returned from a fantastic overseas holiday where the weather was perfect and the fishing excellent. Magnificent scenery and a fascinating local history. Travel time by boat around about 40 minutes from the entrance to Port Stephens.  “Broughton Island is an absolute wonderland with high peaks rolling down to long golden beaches. The […]

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Little Street Forster boat ramp closure During its shutdown, the Little Street boat ramp will remain out of use both day and night. Picture: MidCoast Council.
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Little Street Forster boat ramp closure

THE Little Street boat ramp, in Forster, will remain closed during December and January, with some changes, following a two-year trial. The Little Street boat ramp will remain open without restrictions for the rest of the year. At its meeting on Monday 29 June, Council considered a range of options for how the Little Streetramp […]

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Locals’ whimsical critters artworks on display in Newcastle Jade and Chez with Emilie Tseronis, from Tea Gardens Galleries in the Gardens, at the exhibition in Newcastle. Photo: Supplied.
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Locals’ whimsical critters artworks on display in Newcastle

Beau stole the show with his genuine expression. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Jade’s extended family came to town to celebrate the exhibition. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Silent Vigil (Little Egret) by Jade Phoenix Isaac. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Chez Rands’ ‘Skipper’ is curious about his surroundings. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Terracotta bird-feeder (Chez) and Sleeper Koala (Jade). Photo: Supplied. […]

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CWA State president, secretary and treasurer present to Mid North Coast representatives State secretary Bron Dunston, State treasurer Ruth Cargill, Port Macquarie branch president Jill Adams, State president Tanya Jolly, and MNC group president Lynn Moore.
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CWA State president, secretary and treasurer present to Mid North Coast representatives

State secretary Bron Dunston, State treasurer Ruth Cargill, Port Macquarie branch president Jill Adams, State president Tanya Jolly, and MNC group president Lynn Moore. Myall Coast Bulahdelah Branch and State executive members, from left: Robyn Moncrieff, Belinda Moore, Bron Dunston (State secretary), Tanya Jolly (State president) and Jenny Griffis. Photos: Pauline Cain STATE Executive members […]

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MidCoast Council is a finalist in the 2026 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards for its destination brand Barrington Coast Barrington Coast named a finalist for innovative practices of its Visitor Information Centres. Photo: Supplied.
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MidCoast Council is a finalist in the 2026 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards for its destination brand Barrington Coast

MIDCOAST Council has again been recognised for its work promoting the Barrington Coast, earning a place as a finalist in the 2026 North Coast Regional Tourism Awards. The council’s destination brand, Barrington Coast, was named a finalist in recognition of the innovative practices of its visitor information centres, which showcase the region while delivering an […]

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TGHN surf club captain Wayne Bower wins Hunter Branch award Several TGHN SLSC members were in Newcastle to celebrate with Wayne and Rebecca. Photo: Supplied.
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TGHN surf club captain Wayne Bower wins Hunter Branch award

Several TGHN SLSC members were in Newcastle to celebrate with Wayne and Rebecca. Photo: Supplied. Winner of the Surf Life Saver of the Year award, Wayne Bower, with Hunter SLS president Henry Scruton and TGHN SLSC president Rebecca Curtis, who received the Hunter SLS President’s Award. Photo: Supplied. LOCAL surf club Captain Wayne Bower was […]

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Bitou Busters battle Mother of Millions at Winda Woppa
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Bitou Busters battle Mother of Millions at Winda Woppa

Bitou Busters Richard, Adrienne, Benny, Peter, Kit, Sandy, Beth, Colin, Anne, Di, Wendy and Trish. Mother of Millions may have pretty flowers, but it is toxic and invasive. TWELVE enthusiastic Bitou Buster volunteers rolled up their sleeves on Saturday 27 June to tackle the dreaded Mother of Millions, which has exploded along The Boulevarde on […]

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Aussie Hay Runners roll into Bulahdelah The convoy in Bulahdelah.
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Aussie Hay Runners roll into Bulahdelah

The convoy in Bulahdelah. Utes in tow. Trucks parked on Prince Street, Bulahdelah. 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 […]

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