August 27, 2026
Talented young Port Macquarie singers perform in Opera Australia’s ‘Don Giovanni’ The children’s chorus for ‘Don Giovanni’ backstage at The Glasshouse.
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Talented young Port Macquarie singers perform in Opera Australia’s ‘Don Giovanni’

FIFTEEN talented young singers from the Port Macquarie region had an unforgettable moment in the spotlight when they performed alongside Opera Australia’s cast in ‘Don Giovanni’ at the Glasshouse on Saturday 8 August. The Children’s Chorus has become a much-loved part of Opera Australia’s regional touring productions, connecting local communities with world-class performing arts while […]

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Marine Rescue holds Camden Haven Open Day A Marine Rescue boat. Photo: Supplied by Marine Rescue Camden Haven.
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Marine Rescue holds Camden Haven Open Day

DESPITE being only halfway through the year, Marine Rescue Camden Haven have already completed 11 search and rescue missions, exceeding the eight missions recorded across all of 2025, with those operations helping return 19 adults and nine children to safety. Over the same period, volunteers monitored 510 logged-on voyages, compared with 708 for the whole […]

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Former Laurieton postmaster turns 90
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Former Laurieton postmaster turns 90

BARRY Sainsbury, his wife Doreen and four of their children moved to the Camden Haven in 1972. As a postmaster Barry had done numerous three-year stints in various NSW locales and the family was more than ready to put down roots. Mr Sainsbury, who celebrated his 90th birthday this week, oversaw the opening of the […]

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Camden Haven High School’s Inspire Choir received an award for powerful storytelling and emotional impact at the NSW Department of Education’s Public Education Awards
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Camden Haven High School’s Inspire Choir received an award for powerful storytelling and emotional impact at the NSW Department of Education’s Public Education Awards

Camden Haven High School’s Inspire Choir. Kimberley Gilbert, Cristian Campano and Deb Gilbert at Sydney Town Hall. Photos: Supplied CAMDEN Haven High School’s Inspire Choir has received the Mic Drop Award for Most Powerful Storytelling and Emotional Impact at the NSW Department of Education’s Public Education Awards at Sydney Town Hall on Monday 3 August. […]

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More detailed Oxley Highway plans released but questions remain over funding Robert Dwyer MP celebrates the funding news for Wrights Road roundabout upgrade. Photo: Supplied.
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More detailed Oxley Highway plans released but questions remain over funding

Robert Dwyer MP celebrates the funding news for Wrights Road roundabout upgrade. Photo: Supplied. The staged plans for Port Macquarie’s Oxley Highway upgrade. Photo: Supplied. Councillor Nik Lipovac. Photo: NOTA Archives. NEW details have been released on the NSW Government’s plans for upgrades to the Oxley Highway, providing a clearer picture of proposed improvements along […]

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Pathfinders Support Your Path wins national disability services award for second consecutive year The award-winning team at Pathfinders Support Your Path. Photo: Supplied.
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Pathfinders Support Your Path wins national disability services award for second consecutive year

PATHFINDERS’ Support Your Path (SYP) program has been recognised as one of Australia’s leading regional disability service providers after winning a national Enablement Award for the second consecutive year. The team received the 2026 Enablement Award for Most Outstanding Regional Not-for-Profit Providing NDIS Services for Children, Youth and Families in Australia at the Enablement Awards […]

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Camden Haven United Hospital Auxiliary welcomes Stephanie Wright as new president The newly elected Camden Haven UHA Committee Kathy Geary, Stephanie Wright, Lynne Dick, Bronwyne Guymer, John Wright, Tina Angely, Margaret Bardon and Wendy Carter. Photo: Supplied.
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Camden Haven United Hospital Auxiliary welcomes Stephanie Wright as new president

THE Camden Haven United Hospital Auxiliary (UHA) has elected Stephanie Wright as its new President, following Kathy Geary’s two-year term leading the volunteer organisation. The new committee was elected at the branch’s Annual General Meeting, held last month at its new meeting venue, Laurieton United Services Club. Mrs Wright takes over a branch that has […]

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Camden Haven Chamber’s Community Connection Day a success
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Camden Haven Chamber’s Community Connection Day a success

The Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce has successfully trialled a new community initiative, with its inaugural Community Connection Day attracting strong support from both local organisations and residents. Held at Laurieton United Services Club, the free event brought together 45 local clubs, charities, sporting groups, service organisations and special interest groups, creating an opportunity for […]

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