OPINION: Local representation

DEAR News Of The Area, SOON it will be time to vote for a local member. As some people will know, when Andrew Fraser was in office he helped our son (who had had leukaemia) access additional help at school…

DEAR News Of The Area, SOON it will be time to vote for a local member. As some people will know, when Andrew Fraser was in office he helped our son (who had had leukaemia) access additional help at school…



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SHOAL Bay resident Paul Whittemore has received an OAM for “service to the community of Port Stephens” this year. Whittemore, who is about to celebrate his 90th birthday, is looking forward to becoming a nonagenarian. Advertise with News of The…

THE community of Port Stephens is mourning the sudden loss of Vietnam War veteran Tom Lupton APM. Tom was a stalwart of the Nelson Bay RSL sub-Branch, serving as the Club’s Vice President. Advertise with News of The Area today.…

AS the state election looms it appears that the government is listening to communities when it comes to fixing potholes, with two announcements in two weeks about funds to fix Port Stephens roads. The Avenue of the Allies in Tanilba…

The Hunter Region Branch of Renew is officially open, launching its operations with a public meeting in Raymond Terrace. Renew is a national sustainability non-profit organisation which provides expert and independent advice to households, businesses and government. The Hunter Region…

THE second Seniors Festival at Hawks Nest was a great success with plenty to see, lots of people to meet, and great entertainment. The event was opened by the Worimi with a heartfelt Welcome to Country by local resident Dr…

WITH a soft breeze cooling the heat of the early evening, friends and family of the late Robert (Rob) Hartley Anderson gathered at The Gallery, Tea Gardens on Saturday to celebrate his life and his positive impact on the world.…