September 11, 2026

Port Macquarie News Of The Area

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Have your say on the future of Laurieton town centre Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce president Luke Hadfield discussing the plan with local residents and historians Phil Bowman and Mike Dodkin.
Community

Have your say on the future of Laurieton town centre

THE third rendition of the Draft Laurieton Town Centre Master Plan has officially gone on public exhibition. Residents are now being encouraged to carefully review the document and make formal submissions as debate around the town’s future intensifies. The latest draft became publicly available on Monday, 20 April and will remain on exhibition until Friday, […]

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Port Macquarie tops NSW property sales Gaven Whalley shares his confidence in the local housing market. Photo: supplied.
Local News

Port Macquarie tops NSW property sales

PORT Macquarie has claimed the top spot in NSW for overall property sales, driven by buyers seeking lifestyle, space and value. The latest Property Market Update from InfoTrack analysed sales volumes from 1 January to 31 March 2026, identifying a continued shift towards regional markets. Median property prices across the state rose 7.94 percent over […]

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Historical Society tell the tales of Clarence Street in new publication Museum curator Debbie Sommers, author Tony Dawson and Port Macquarie MP Robert Dwyer at the launch. Photo: supplied.
Local News

Historical Society tell the tales of Clarence Street in new publication

  Museum curator Debbie Sommers, author Tony Dawson and Port Macquarie MP Robert Dwyer at the launch. Photo: supplied.   Author Tony Dawson with Robert Dwyer MP. Photo: supplied.   THE Port Macquarie Historical Society has launched a new publication investigating the unique history of Clarence Street. Researched and written by Society member Tony Dawson, […]

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Bravehearts’ high tea fashion soiree Bravehearts mascot Ditto with Jenny Watts.
Local News

Bravehearts’ high tea fashion soiree

BRAVEHEARTS Mid North Coast is holding a High Tea Fashion Soiree on Saturday 9 May at the Port Macquarie Racecourse to support its work in preventing and treating child sexual abuse. The nationwide charity runs programs for three to eight-year-olds. Through “Ditto’s Keep Safe Adventure”, local children are shown what to do if they feel […]

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Support for pet owners facing financial strain in Port Macquarie Healthy Pet Day volunteers and organisers.
Local News

Support for pet owners facing financial strain in Port Macquarie

MORE than 100 people brought their cats and dogs along to the Healthy Pet Day in Port Macquarie on 23 April. Hosted by the Port Macquarie RSPCA Supporter Group and held at the St Agnes Community Centre, Healthy Pet Day is for owners facing financial challenges. Their pets receive free vaccinations, vet health checks, engraved […]

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Council to replace Cocos Palms in parks and reserves Cocos Palms spread rapidly, with seeds carried by birds and flying foxes into bushland and waterways. Photo: PMHC.
Local News

Council to replace Cocos Palms in parks and reserves

COCOS Palms will be gradually removed from selected streets, parks and reserves in coming months, as part of a long-term council program to protect native wildlife and ecosystems. Classified as an environmental weed, Cocos Palms (Syagrus romanzoffiana) are known to negatively impact flying-foxes – a species that plays a critical role in pollinating and dispersing […]

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Funding boost for Cowarra Water Treatment Plant The new Cowarra Water Treatment Plant is designed to treat 42 million litres (ML) of water per day. Photo: PMHC.
Local News

Funding boost for Cowarra Water Treatment Plant

The new Cowarra Water Treatment Plant is designed to treat 42 million litres (ML) of water per day. Photo: PMHC. The new Cowarra Water Treatment Plant is designed to treat 42 million litres (ML) of water per day. Photo: PMHC. THE State Government’s commitment of $7m to the Cowarra Water Treatment Plant has been described […]

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Dave Reneke to speak at Probus Port Macquarie on UFOs and space awareness Dave Reneke views the skies on one of the world's most famous trains, the Southern Spirit. Photo: davidreneke.com.
Port Macquarie

Dave Reneke to speak at Probus Port Macquarie on UFOs and space awareness

PORT Macquarie residents will be encouraged to “look up” when astronomer Dave Reneke addresses the Probus Club on Wednesday 6 May. Reneke, from the Mid North Coast Astronomy and Science Centre, will discuss the enduring mysteries of UFOs. His presentation will challenge common assumptions based on science and observation. Reneke says understanding space is more […]

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What to know about the often overlooked larval tick nest
Regional

What to know about the often overlooked larval tick nest

TICK nests, or tick bombs to some, are a common phenomenon in the Australian bush. However, few people have heard of them, let alone know what to do when encountering one. News Of The Area spoke with Bellingen local Rosie Lewis, who recently had a severe reaction to a tick nest. She ended up in […]

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Not so silent nights at Swans Crossing A moment of peace at Upsalls Creek. Photo: David Heffernan.
Local News

Not so silent nights at Swans Crossing

THOUSANDS of campers have headed to the Hastings hinterland this Autumn, drawn by the promise of stunning bushwalks, clear and crisp waterholes, misty mornings, fireside chats – and a little peace and quiet. Normally, Swans Crossing ticks every box on that checklist. Situated 20 minutes west of Kew, the former dairy and beef farm was […]

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