THE National Party and the NSW Greens have locked in their candidates for the Port Macquarie by-election. Hannam Vale’s Sean Gleeson has been endorsed by the Nationals while Port Macquarie’s Stuart Watson will represent the Greens at the state government…
A THREE-pronged political campaign is underway to force the Federal and State governments to fix a notorious bottleneck that Camden Haven residents know all too well. When visiting Port Macquarie Base Hospital or doing business in the Lake Road industrial…
THE 2025 Kindergarten cohort has arrived at North Haven Public School (NHPS), bringing lots of enthusiasm, smiles and big plans for their first year of learning. Among the 28 students eager to make their mark in the world is Sonny.…
EIGHT North Haven Boardriders members are making an impact in the lives of those affected by cancer, hitting the water every day this month in a surf-themed fundraiser. Called SurFebruary, the aquatic fundraiser involves surfing or swimming every day during…
BARBARA Hollebon is this week’s Heart of the Haven. Born in Mosman, Barbara grew up with her parents, Dorothy and Clifford, and younger brother Clayton. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us.…
THEY are only a few weeks into their lifelong learning adventure, but the Kindergarten students of Coopernook Public are already giving school life the thumbs up. And is it any wonder, given the fun activities waiting for them in the…
NESTLED in the heart of Kew, Kew Corner Store has become more than just a local café and general store – it has transformed into a true cornerstone of the community. This year marks a significant milestone as the beloved…
WILLIAM Tyrrell’s former foster father has had a conviction tossed out after a judge ruled he didn’t intend to cause fear of harm when he screamed in frustration at a child on the way to school. The man, who cannot…
PETER Dutton appears to be kicking with the wind behind his back, with multiple opinion polls showing the Albanese government could be on the nose with voters as an election nears. The latest Newspoll published in The Australian newspaper on…
THE Camden Haven State Emergency Service (SES) unit joined more than 800 emergency service personnel in Australia’s largest simultaneous boating exercise on Saturday, 8 February. Held on rivers and lakes statewide in 80 locations, the NSW SES-led “Who let the…