September 22, 2026
Plenty of fish about on Mid North Coast
Fishing

Plenty of fish about on Mid North Coast

THE Mid North Coast enjoyed another excellent week of fishing, with a welcome run of settled weather finally giving anglers consistent opportunities to get out on the water. There have been plenty of impressive catches reported across the region, with several spots producing fish well worth talking about. Rock fishing was undoubtedly the standout this […]

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Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce focuses on inclusion Members of the executive committee of Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce
Community

Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce focuses on inclusion

THE world’s first documented Chamber of Commerce was recorded in Marseilles, France in 1599, established by the city council as a way for traders to band together against common threats, establish trade policies, and exert influence on government. More than 400 years later Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce is expanding on those early ideals with […]

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Camden Haven and Kendall fundraising helps buy tractor Children show their gratitude for a new tractor used in their community to support around 100,000 displaced people in Myanmar. @Tin Nu.
Community

Camden Haven and Kendall fundraising helps buy tractor

COMMUNITY generosity from the Mid North Coast, Camden Haven and Kendall is helping improve the lives of thousands of internally displaced people near the Burma-Thai border. Tin Nu has thanked the Mid North Coast Refugee Support Group (MNCRSG) and local supporters after fundraising efforts contributed to the purchase of a tractor for people forced from […]

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Port Macquarie’s Town Beach suffers in winter surf Heavy machinery in action to address sand erosion on Port Macquarie’s Town Beach.
Editor's Picks

Port Macquarie’s Town Beach suffers in winter surf

DURING recent weeks large swells and severe weather took their toll on Town Beach in Port Macquarie. Sand eroded from the beach, leaving steps and drops of one and two metres in places. The erosion was so pronounced along the section leading to the breakwall that barriers were erected as a precaution and the foot […]

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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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