April 23, 2026

Camden Haven News Of The Area

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Landslips close Oxley Highway at Mt Seaview in both directions Photos taken by the operators of the Ginger’s Creek Roadhouse, show the damage from one of last week’s landslips.
Community, Government, Regional

Landslips close Oxley Highway at Mt Seaview in both directions

THE Oxley Highway between Forbes River and Clay roads will remain closed until further notice because of landslips. More than 100 new landslips have been detected on this section of the highway since heavy rainfall over the past week. Engineers are urgently assessing damage and planning clean-up operations and long-term repairs. Transport for NSW (TfNSW) […]

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Tyrrell foster mum spared intimidation conviction William Tyrrell's foster mum has avoided conviction for intimidating and assaulting another child. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS.
Regional

Tyrrell foster mum spared intimidation conviction

THE foster mother of missing toddler William Tyrrell has been spared conviction for intimidating and assaulting another child while mentally distressed over his disappearance. A magistrate in 2024 found her threats to slap the child on two occasions amounted to intimidation. The woman, who cannot be legally identified, had earlier pleaded guilty to two counts […]

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Police warn against looting in flood-stricken towns Police will "throw the book" at anyone found looting as NSW residents continue their flood recovery. Photo: Adam Oswell/AAP PHOTOS.
National

Police warn against looting in flood-stricken towns

POLICE are pouring resources into Australia’s flood-ravaged towns to prevent a breakdown in law and order after two men were arrested for alleged looting. NSW Police Deputy Commissioner Peter Thurtell said extra officers were on the beat in NSW’s mid-north coast and Hunter regions after the men, both aged 20, were arrested for allegedly stealing […]

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TackleReady gala day offers ‘invaluable’ experience for young referees Young referees Blake Higgins, Hayden Ellis, Rhys Culter, Josh Oliver, Zac Hooligan, Darby Moore, and Ella Herbert. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography
Sport

TackleReady gala day offers ‘invaluable’ experience for young referees

Young referees Blake Higgins, Hayden Ellis, Rhys Culter, Josh Oliver, Zac Hooligan, Darby Moore, and Ella Herbert. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography Junior referee Darby Moore in action. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Junior referee Blake Higgins taking charge. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography JUNIOR referees took centre stage at the TackleReady Day organised by the Camden Haven Eagles JRLFC at […]

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Scamming behaviour tipped to spike following natural disaster Authorities are warning that scammers may attempt to exploit the recent natural disaster through fake fundraising appeals. Photo: NSW SES.
Community, Regional

Scamming behaviour tipped to spike following natural disaster

PREDATORY scammer activity is predicted to skyrocket in the wake of the recent rains and flood disasters. In the aftermath of severe flooding, the State Government is urging people to remain vigilant when donating to recovery efforts. As communities recover and rebuild, authorities are warning that scammers may attempt to exploit the situation through fake […]

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Koalas ‘safe’ as hospital’s tree giveaway continues Soggy but safe, and eager for more locals to take advantage of the koala tree giveaway.
Community, Regional

Koalas ‘safe’ as hospital’s tree giveaway continues

ALL the furry residents of the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital and Guulabaa Visitor Centre are safe after last week’s deluge. “Despite the extreme weather, our dedicated koala care team has been onsite every day to ensure they’re protected, well-fed with fresh leaves, and closely monitored,” a spokesperson from Koala Conservation Australia told News Of The […]

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Over 100 call-outs but SES says Camden Haven ‘dodged a bullet’ Camden Haven SES responding to extreme weather call-outs. Photos: SES.
Local News

Over 100 call-outs but SES says Camden Haven ‘dodged a bullet’

Camden Haven SES responding to extreme weather call-outs. Photos: SES. Camden Haven SES responding to extreme weather call-outs. Photos: SES. A rare break for the unit’s volunteers. THE Camden Haven branch of the SES responded to over 100 calls for help during the recent extreme weather. This came just 48 hours after the entire unit […]

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The Big Screen
Property

The Big Screen

THERE is only one notable release in Australian cinemas this week, though it’s likely to be on a fair few “Top 10” lists come the end of 2025. Lilo & Stitch gets the live-action adaptation treatment from Disney. It follows the adventures of the alien “Experiment 626” after he crashes in Hawaii and is adopted […]

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Kendall Tennis Club celebrates successful Junior Summer Friday competition Players, umpires and coaches from the Kendall Tennis Club’s summer competition. Photos: supplied.
Sport

Kendall Tennis Club celebrates successful Junior Summer Friday competition

Players, umpires and coaches from the Kendall Tennis Club’s summer competition. Photos: supplied. KENDALL Tennis Club celebrated the successful completion of its Junior Summer Friday competition on 16 May. The competition is divided into three divisions – Orange Ball, Green Ball and A Grade – using the Coloured Ball Rating (CBR Rating) system introduced by […]

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