THE Port Macquarie-Hastings region is home to a wealth of historically significant sites, with three important memorial pools located in Wauchope, Port Macquarie and Laurieton. Despite their significance, many locals remain unaware of these tributes to those who served and…
AUSTRALIA’S gender pay gap has narrowed further, helped by wage bumps in the aged care sector where four in five workers are women. Naming and shaming individual companies is also proving effective at pushing employers to root out the causes…
COMMUNITY at 3 has bolstered its support network with the addition of new patrons, bringing the total number of distinguished supporters to four. The organisation, which plays a vital role in assisting vulnerable individuals in Camden Haven and surrounding areas,…
THE struggle to secure stable housing in Australia has intensified, with recent figures indicating a troubling rise in homelessness, particularly among younger and older Australians. According to NSW Communities and Justice, more than 10,000 people in New South Wales now…
A NEW hazardous materials (HAZMAT) vessel is set to operate from Port Macquarie from mid-2025 to help limit the impact of oil, diesel and other pollutant spills in the region’s waterways. Nineteen new vessels are being rolled out to Fire…
WITH the sweet taste of spring almost behind us, the anticipation for a sizzling summer fishing season on the Mid North Coast is palpable. All indicators point to a fantastic fishing period, and this weekend offers a prime opportunity to…
MEET Jake Begnell, this week’s Heart of the Haven. Jake was raised in what he calls a gypsy family, moving from town to town. The Begnells were always keen boxers, and Jake took up the sport at a young age.…
LIBERTY Domestic and Family Violence Specialist Services is calling on the Camden Haven community to take a stand against domestic and family violence by participating in a symbolic walk. The Coastal Walk Against Domestic and Family Violence will take place…
PORT Macquarie-Hastings Council has deferred multiple water and wastewater infrastructure projects following the adoption of the Quarterly Budget Review Statement and the Operational Plan First Quarter Status Report for 2024-2025. The decision was made at Council’s 14 November ordinary meeting,…
PORT Macquarie-Hastings Council has announced the allocation of $101,350 under Round 1 of the 2024-2025 Community Grants Program, providing funding for 20 community-driven initiatives. This support highlights the Council’s commitment to fostering social cohesion, cultural enrichment, and local development. Advertise…