DEAR News Of The Area, I WISH to raise the issue of koala fence crossings erected along the new section of Ocean Drive. It is apparent kangaroos, deer and motor vehicles have been protected by the erection of fencing. However the fencing has had overpasses built over it to allow koalas to cross the busy […]
DEAR News Of The Area, TWENTY-SEVEN years ago former MLA John Tingle and myself and some local businessmen made a submission for this part of the coast to be called the ‘Koala Coast’. The Sydney 2000 Olympic Games were looming and we thought this would be a great name for this area so as to […]
Dear Jasminda, Kids on e-bikes are on the rise. How do we share the road safely with them? Hayley S. Dear Hayley, Having recently observed two young girls powering across a T-intersection on their e-bikes without looking left or right, and after conversations with friends who have similar stories, the safety issue you raise is […]
Joint statement Waterfall Way is a critical east–west transport corridor linking the New England tablelands with the Mid North Coast. It supports agricultural production and freight, enables access to health, education and essential services, and provides a vital connection for businesses, residents and emergency services. Recent and ongoing closures have again exposed the vulnerability of […]
Dear Jasminda, I was driving up a long and winding road in my ute on the weekend when I passed a cyclist. She seemed to be doing it very tough and wasn’t making much progress. Should I have offered her [and her bike] a lift to the next town? I’m now regretting that I didn’t […]
CONGRATULATIONS to the 680 Australians recognised in the Order of Australia in the 2026 Australia Day Honours list, which we the Council of the Order of Australia, recommended to the Governor-General. This represents the highest number since Australia Day 2024. The recipients come from all parts of the country and their service, achievements and impact […]
DEAR News Of The Area This is an open letter to Mayor Adam Roberts and State MP Robert Dwyer, and a request to our local leaders to explain to the community what overdevelopment means to them – and what they actively plan to do about it. People deserve to know where our elected representatives stand […]
DEAR Jasminda, Frequently when I go shopping someone pushes a trolley into my ankles. How do I avoid this painful scenario? Jim R. Dear Jim, In the wrong hands, a trolley can be a weapon of mass destruction, thrust into the legs of an unsuspecting shopper when they are simply trying to reach for a […]
