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Council support enables cultural learning in the Camden Haven

Evander White at the Culture Camp held at Belly’s Farm Stay at North Haven. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Micah practicing his throw. Photo Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Aboriginal leaders and youth boys at the Culture Camp. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. NATIONAL Reconciliation Week (NRW) was recognised from 27 May to 3 June, serving as a timely reminder of Australia’s […]

Local News

Guulabaa – Place of Koala recognised with international award

GUULABAA – Place of Koala, the world’s first purpose-built wild koala breeding and rehabilitation centre, has been named a winner of the Urban Land Institute (ULI) 2025 Asia Pacific Awards for Excellence. Announced at the ULI Asia Pacific Summit in Hong Kong, the award recognises Guulabaa as a global exemplar of conservation-led design, Indigenous collaboration, […]

Community

Kendall’s Global Food Garden needs help naming new scarecrow pal

The scarecrow in his favourite position. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Coralie with her scarecrow creation. Photo Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Coralie, Tin, Sabina and Ellen proudly displaying their efforts. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. AN unusual sight stunned volunteers recently as they arrived for their weekly session at Kendall’s Global Food Garden. In a corner of the garden stood a […]

Community

Heart of the Haven: Benny Smith

HAVING relocated to the Camden Haven area in 2021, Benny Smith wasted no time in rolling up his sleeves and getting involved in numerous community initiatives. Benny’s journey of service began with his work in the disability sector, where he worked to support and uplift those in need. However a motorbike accident turned his life […]

Local News

Locals treated to two stellar phenomena in one night

Sunday’s space junk, captured from Lighthouse Beach. Photo: Steve Phelps. The magic of Aurora Australs from North Brother Mountain. Photo: Steve Phelps. THE sky came alive on Sunday evening, 1 June, with locals stopped in their tracks by colourful lights, flashes, and luminous glowing. Leaving a trail of bright blue, white and green – and […]

School

North Haven Public School declared ‘best school’ by Triple M listeners

Principal Linda Xerri NHPS students Elliot, Beau, Annabelle, Maggie, Darci, Eadie, Emily, Vera, Jenk, Ivy and Xander. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Sarge from Triple M presents NHPS Principal Linda Xerri and staff with the award. Photo: supplied. NORTH Haven Public School (NHPS) received an unexpected call from Triple M breakfast host George ‘Sarge’ Sargent late last […]

Local News

Heart of the Haven: Thomas Maxwell

IF you’ve been down at North Haven Beach on a sunny weekend, chances are you’ve seen Thomas – either in his red and yellow uniform on patrol or cheering on the younger kids at Nippers. At just 15, Thomas has already packed in more community involvement than many adults, and his passion for helping others […]

Community, Health

Revamped ageing expo comes to Laurieton

HEALTHY ageing, future planning and end-of-life options will be explored at a free community expo held at the Laurieton United Services Club (LUSC) on Tuesday, 10 June. The expo, titled “Ageing Well Expo: Health, Happiness & Future Planning!”, is being hosted by Simplicity Funerals, LUSC, and News Of The Area. Running from 10am to 2pm, […]

National

Dealing with DV after funding ‘neglected’ for years

MORE than half a billion dollars will go towards dealing with domestic violence in a bid to undo years of “neglect” in Australia’s most populous state. The funding will go towards supporting victim-survivors and keeping alleged abusers behind bars to “build a safer NSW”. The government announced the funding pledges on Monday before the state […]

Government

Disaster relief extended for small businesses, primary producers

STATE and Federal governments are delivering more funding to help communities recover from the recent severe flooding. Support available includes: ● Grants of up to $25,000 for eligible small businesses (with fewer than 20 employees) and non-profit organisations to help clean up and restore their business. ● Grants of up to $25,000 for eligible primary […]