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Dr Kristy Kostalas named 2026 Local Woman of the Year for Port Macquarie

DOCTOR Kristy Kostalas has been named the 2026 Local Woman of the Year for the Port Macquarie electorate, in recognition of her commitment to women and children experiencing domestic violence. The Local Women of the Year Awards shine a light on extraordinary women whose compassion, courage and leadership strengthen communities across New South Wales. A […]

Sport

‘Wasn’t our night’: Port boxers fought smart but tested in Coolangatta

DESPITE fighting smart and sticking to the plan, it wasn’t Port Macquarie Boxing Club’s night at the Coolongatta Hotel on 7 March. The local club sent two of their strongest amateur fighters north to the Undisputed Fight Night 2. Attracting a lively crowd, the event combined multiple bouts across weight divisions, with Port Macquarie’s Ryan […]

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Clear breach of international law

DEAR News Of The Area, DESPITE what we might think of the oppressive regime in Iran, the US and Israel have been in breach of international law in the war they are conducting against that country. There was no imminent threat to the US and Israel as the Omani mediator of talks between the US […]

Regional

‘Writers for Writers’ a literary feast of ideas for local authors

Writers Tracey Brenton, Maggie Walters and Fiona McArthur with MC Wendy Haynes presenting the self-publishing panel. Photo: Pauline Cain. Poets Rex Twomey, Alanna Alfaro and Ian Keast. Photo: supplied. PORT Writers hosted “Writers for Writers 2026” at Port Panthers on the weekend of 6-8 March. The volunteer-run festival featured both commissioned writers and self-publishers. President […]

Local News

Connectivity boost for Karuah, Taree and Wauchope

THE Federal Government will provide grant funding for new mobile base stations at Karuah, Taree and Wauchope in the latest round of the Mobile Black Spot Program (MBSP), delivering 4G and 5G mobile coverage to these areas. Each site will include back-up power, with some also incorporating additional hardening measures to reinforce mobile telecommunications infrastructure. […]

Community

Rob Dwyer reflects on first year as Port Macquarie MP

MEMBER for Port Macquarie Rob Dwyer reflected on his first 12 months in parliament during a speech to the Rotary Club of Laurieton on Monday night, 9 March. The Rotarian and former Secretary Manager of Laurieton United Services Club, recalled starting work at the club at age 23, never anticipating that he would spend 34 […]

Port Macquarie

MPs bemoan lack of action on Oxley Highway

FEDERAL MPs Pat Conaghan and Alison Penfold are renewing calls for a solution to the Oxley Highway’s congestion chaos to be “urgently scoped and funded”. “The Wrights Rd and Lake Rd roundabouts leading into Port Macquarie’s health and education precincts have long been flagged as the area’s worst and most dangerous bottleneck,” said Mr Conaghan. […]

Community

Wauchope supermarket celebrates superstar employee

A FAMILIAR face to many in the Wauchope community, Luke Mackay is celebrating 28 years with Ritchies IGA. Always offering a friendly smile to customers in Wauchope, Luke is known for his warm personality, sharp knowledge of sport and current affairs, and his unwavering reliability. Whether he is starting his shift early or setting the […]

Local News

Nationals firebrand elected leader in three-horse race

Exiting Nationals leader David Littleproud with newly elected leader Matt Canavan. Photo: Matt Canavan MP FB. Cowper MP Pat Conaghan with exiting Nationals leader David Littleproud. Photo: Pat Conaghan MP FB. MATT Canavan has been elected Nationals leader after David Littleproud’s shock resignation. The firebrand senator edged out former deputy leader Kevin Hogan and Senate […]

Fishing

FISHING: Hook, line and Spanish Mackerel

IT’S been a busy week across our local waterways, with the best results coming from those sticking to the rivers or finding the warm water offshore. From the Camden Haven up to the Macleay, here is what’s biting. In the Macleay River region, bream populations remain healthy and active. Anglers working lures around rocky ledges […]