News
CAMDEN HAVEN
Of The Area
Local Community News ~ Proudly Independent ~ Family Owned & Operated
Friday, 9 January 2026
PROPERTYWEEK
Page 10
Page 13
Holiday spike exposes DV risk
Page 24
FREE
Carnival success
Creative talents on display THE 2026 Bonny Hills Art Prize is underway at the Francis Retreat until 11 January, and is again showcasing the creative talents of artists from across the Mid North Coast area. Over 400 entries were received, representing an engaging and vibrant selection of local artwork. A record 176 artists entered artworks in seven major artistic groupings, with 144 artists being from the local area. The Oils and Acrylics sections have shown the biggest growth on previous years. This year’s judge was Susi Muddiman OAM, who has a diverse background and extensive experience as a Director of Grafton, Wagga Wagga and Tweed Regional galleries as well as the Margaret Olley Art Centre
q The 5th Bonny Hills Art Prize is now underway.
‘Remarkable support’ CONTINUED Page 2
By Luke HADFIELD
Community generosity shines through
MORE PROPERTIES NEEDED
COMMUNITY at 3 Inc. Chairman Theo Hazelgrove has thanked
the local community for its remarkable support of people doing it tough over
CONTINUED Page 3
2026: The Year Your Home Makes Its Move
As the new year begins, buyer demand remains strong and our local market is already off to a busy start. Your home could be one of the first sold as we kick off the this year.
✔ A free, no-obligation home appraisal ✔ Honest, expert advice on your property’s true potential ✔ A tailored strategy designed to achieve the best possible result There’s always someone ready to make this community their home — and your property might be exactly what they’ve been waiting for. Let’s have a friendly, nopressure chat about your plans for 2026. Just straight forward guidance from your trusted local real estate team.
02 6559 7172 / 0414 424 373 oneagencynorthhaven.com.au Shop 3 / 605 Ocean Drive, North Haven
Friday, 9 January 2026
www.newsofthearea.com.au
Gaven Whalley
CAMDEN HAVEN NEWS OF THE AREA
1