August 28, 2026

Camden Haven News Of The Area

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Popovic World Cup masterclass to go down in history Tony Popovic celebrates the victory during the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match Australia against Turkey. Photo: Bob Frid/EPA
Sport

Popovic World Cup masterclass to go down in history

SOCCEROOS coach Tony Popovic turned in a selection and tactical masterclass to deliver a 2-0 win over Turkey in Australia’s World Cup opener. Take a bow, Tony Popovic. The Socceroos boss is the toast of Australian coaching after turning in a selection and tactical masterclass to deliver a 2-0 upset win over Turkey. Popovic dropped […]

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Women deserve respect, not patronising
Opinion

Women deserve respect, not patronising

DEAR News Of The Area, WHY do shop assistants and supermarket checkout staff think it is in any way acceptable to call women – especially older women – by pet names such as “Dear”, “Sweetie”, “My lovely” “Darl”, “Love” “Pet” and so on. I’ve heard people make the excuse that they’re just being friendly.  But […]

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Camden Haven Orchid Society annual winter show
Event, Local News

Camden Haven Orchid Society annual winter show

Some of the orchids that will be on display during the annual winter show. The Camden Haven Orchid Society’s winter blooms on display. THE Camden Haven Orchid Society will hold their annual winter show this Saturday and Sunday, 13 and 14 June, in the Anzac Room of the Laurieton United Services Club. The show will […]

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Port Macquarie-led Charles Sturt University research decodes fox urine to control invasive predators Dr Anke Frank, Lecturer in Ecology leads research to decode fox urine. Photo: news.csu.edu.au.
Local News

Port Macquarie-led Charles Sturt University research decodes fox urine to control invasive predators

A GROUNDBREAKING research project being led from the Port Macquarie campus of Charles Sturt University is investigating how the hidden chemical signals in fox urine could help control one of Australia’s most destructive invasive predators. The study is being led by Dr Anke Frank, a Lecturer in Ecology based in Port Macquarie, who is working […]

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Camden Haven Community at 3 winter appeal in full swing
Local News

Camden Haven Community at 3 winter appeal in full swing

CAMDEN Haven Community at 3 is an institution in the area, providing support and assistance year-round to those in need. With the temperature cooling, the organisation has launched its Winter Appeal. The appeal is now in full swing. Local knitting and crochet groups have donated handmade blankets, beanies, and scarves. Other donations have included doonas, […]

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Living Well Expo at Laurieton is shaping up as biggest ever Living Well Expo brings together a diverse range of providers all under one roof.
ADVERTISING FEATURE

Living Well Expo at Laurieton is shaping up as biggest ever

The team from Simplicity Funerals. Michelle and Isaac Humphries. Living Well Expo brings together a diverse range of providers all under one roof. Living Well Expo brings together a diverse range of providers all under one roof. Living Well Expo brings together a diverse range of providers all under one roof. THE Living Well Expo […]

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‘Fighting Spirit: The Art of Boxing’ exhibition celebrates Dave Sands’ legacy in Port Macquarie
Event, Local News

‘Fighting Spirit: The Art of Boxing’ exhibition celebrates Dave Sands’ legacy in Port Macquarie

“FIGHTING Spirit: The Art of Boxing” will open at the Glasshouse in Port Macquarie on 13 June, bringing together powerful stories, artwork and rare screen footage that celebrate Australia’s rich boxing history. Developed by the National Portrait Gallery and the National Film and Sound Archive, the exhibition explores boxing’s connections to identity, resilience and community […]

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Port Macquarie celebrates 10 years of ArtWalk Rusty Muscle Collective performing in the Glasshouse forecourt.
Community, Entertainment, Event

Port Macquarie celebrates 10 years of ArtWalk

A DECADE after ArtWalk first set the streets of Port Macquarie alight with art, music and activity an estimated 30,000 people turned out to make the 10th anniversary event potentially the biggest ever. Chris Erdaide, community events officer for Port Macquarie Hastings Council and event organiser for ArtWalk, said it was amazing to see so […]

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Draft Laurieton Town Centre Master Plan feedback under review Luke Hadfield with a copy of the Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce submission on the Draft Laurieton Town Centre Master Plan. Photo: supplied
Government

Draft Laurieton Town Centre Master Plan feedback under review

THE exhibition period for the Draft Laurieton Town Centre Master Plan has now closed, with council staff set to review community feedback before presenting a final version of the document to councillors for consideration later this year. The draft plan generated significant discussion throughout the exhibition period, with residents, businesses and community organisations taking a […]

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