TWO of the Hastings’ most dedicated and talented athletes have been recognised at the North Coast Academy of Sport Awards. Councillor Nik Lipovac represented the region at the event in Sawtell on 6 September, where Port Macquarie’s Tracey Rutten was named Volunteer of the Year and Thrumster’s Bronte Eady received the Niki Taylor Memorial Award. […]

HASTINGS region product Angus Bowen is still riding high after signing an NRL Development Pathways contract with the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs in July. Having been a standout performer in the Northern Bulldogs Andrew Johns Cup team, Bowen, 16, has big ambitions as he steps into the elite environment at Belmore. He said he was “pretty happy […]

PORT Macquarie Swimming Club star Chloe Higgins has been selected to the Swimming NSW Regional Development Program. Chloe, who is based in Camden Haven, is one of just two athletes from the Swimming North Coast region selected, alongside Casino’s Jacqueline Button. “Chloe is one of 20 young NSW Country club swimmers selected in the NSW […]

THE Port Macquarie Saints Netball Club has unveiled a new inclusive uniform which celebrates culture, community, and connection to Country. Aboriginal artwork was chosen for the new uniforms as a way to share stories, honour Country, and recognise history. The uniform was designed by Mel Fernando, a proud Wiradjuri, Kamilaroi, Yuwaalaraay and Euahlayi woman who […]

PORT Saints FC weathered a physically and emotionally charged weekend, battling through two intense fixtures in as many days, earning hard-fought draws against Camden Haven FC and Kempsey Saints FC. Saturday’s clash between Camden Haven and Port Saints was a tense, goalless affair that had fans on the edge of their seats until the final […]

PORT Saints FC have etched their name into local football history after a massive double-header weekend, culminating in a dominant 9-1 victory over cross-town rivals Port United FC to seal their first-ever First Grade Premiership. But it wasn’t all smooth sailing for the Saints, who first had to travel to Lake Cathie to weather a […]

The Port Macquarie Pirates will contest both the first and second grade grand finals. Photos: Pirates FB. The Port Macquarie Pirates will contest both the first and second grade grand finals. Photos: Pirates FB. The Port Macquarie Pirates will contest both the first and second grade grand finals. Photos: Pirates FB. THE COFFS Harbour Snappers […]

Chloe Higgins has been selected to a prestigious regional development program. Photos: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. Chloe Higgins has been selected to a prestigious regional development program. Photos: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography. PORT Macquarie Swimming Club star Chloe Higgins has been selected to the Swimming NSW Regional Development Program. Chloe, who is based in Camden Haven, is one of […]

NORTH Haven Public School student Elliott Luke has been recognised for his outstanding performance at the 2025 State AFL Championship, receiving the prestigious Best and Fairest award. The award was presented by former North Coast PSSA AFL manager Barry Spry, who oversaw the program from 2003 to 2023. Donated in 2008, the honour is given […]