Jets midfielder Alex Nunes in preseason training. Photo: supplied.
Newcastle Jets to host free open training session in Port Macquarie
FOOTBALL fans in Port Macquarie will have the rare chance to see the Newcastle Jets up close, with an exclusive open training session set for Thursday, 7 August at 1pm at Findlay Park. The open training is free to attend, and all ages are welcome. The session forms part of the 2025 Jets:TOUR, supported by […]
Letter to the Editor: Support for pensioners
DEAR News Of The Area, I WOULD like to see our State MP try to get some assistance for pensioners who have to get orthotics as part of their medical or physical treatment. I would also seek financial assistance in gym membership fees for pensioners. Orthotics are around $600 a pair and gym memberships are […]
Letter to the Editor: Make XPT replacements a priority
DEAR News Of The Area, ONE article among many caught my attention in the July 11 NOTA (No ‘hard and fast date’ for new trains, page 9). I have been following this since 2015 when then Port Macquarie MP Leslie Williams issued a media release announcing a ‘brand new fleet of trains to replace the […]
Coalition’s tobacco legislation to be introduced next month
THE NSW Coalition will introduce its proposed Public Health (Tobacco) Amendment (Stopping Illicit Tobacco) Bill 2025 when Parliament resumes next month. Member for Port Macquarie Robert Dwyer said the legislation could see people who sell illegal tobacco and vapes be jailed for up to seven years. “The increased activity involving the illegal sale of tobacco […]
Stargazing: The energy-producing power of the sun
HOW much energy does the Sun produce in one hour? Let’s just say it’s enough to make your brain hurt. In just one hour, our Sun releases more energy than all of humanity uses in an entire year. Seriously. Every house lit up, every car driven, every phone charged, every plane flown – all could […]
Kempsey High School Drama students attending a performance at The Glasshouse in June.
Bank champions cultural opportunities for Mid North Coast students
YEAR 9 students at Kempsey High School (KHS) were treated to cultural experience at The Glasshouse in June, supported by funding from the Coastline Bank Community Foundation. The students were provided tickets to a performance of ‘Scenes from the Climate Era’ by Sydney’s Belvoir St Theatre. “The performance was deeply moving – exploring the political, […]
Ryan Pearson will perform at The Glasshouse on 2 August.
Dancer Ryan Pearson returns to Port
Ryan Pearson will perform at The Glasshouse on 2 August. The Sydney Dance Company is bringing ‘Momenta’ to Port Macquarie. RYAN Pearson has just returned from a very successful international tour with the Sydney Dance Company, performing in “Impermanence” with shows in Barcelona, Spain, The Theatre Royal in London, Belgrade, Serbia and finishing up in […]
John Oxley, Immediate Past President Rotary E-Club of District 9650; Benjamin Monaghan, Ambulance Service; Senior Constable David Ulherr, Port Macquarie Police; Mitchel Atherton, Australian Lifeguard Service; Michael Brumby, State Emergency Service; Nicole Crowe, Camden Haven Surf Life Saving Club; Rob Britten, Port Macquarie Marine Rescue; Brendan Seed, President Rotary Club of Port Macquarie West. Photo: supplied.
Rotary honours heroes from region’s emergency services
ROTARY Club of Port Macquarie West and the Rotary E-Club of District 9650 joined forces on 15 July to host an evening honouring seven representatives from the region’s emergency services. All emergency services were invited to nominate a local member who had “gone above and beyond”, recognising their dedication and commitment to serving the Port […]
Erin Gunton (bottom left) and the Penrith Panthers women’s team. Photo: supplied.
Camden Haven’s Erin Gunton makes Penrith Panthers debut
Erin Gunton (bottom left) and the Penrith Panthers women’s team. Photo: supplied. Erin Gunton with parents Katrina and Wendell Scott. AFTER a memorable 2024 season which saw her win dual premierships across multiple sporting codes, former Laurieton Stingrays star Erin Gunton has solidified her position as an emerging talent on the national rugby league stage. […]
