THE recent consecration of the Myall Masonic Lodge in Tea Gardens started some old memories returning. The Civic Hall used to be referred to as the Masonic Hall as the Lodge was on the first floor. The Temple was dedicated…
THE Westpac Rescue Helicopter was tasked by NSW Ambulance at about 11:00am on Sunday morning to a report of a serious motorbike accident on the Lakes Way at Boolambayte, east of Bulahdelah. NSW Ambulance Paramedics and the Helicopter Critical Care…
THE upgrade of Mermaid Avenue, Hawks Nest, is commencing this week, weather dependent. These roadworks are part of Council’s $7.5M local roads improvement package this financial year. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business.…
THE addition of murals, outdoor spaces and colourful streetscapes are key parts of a recent revitalisation of Karuah, with the community and Port Stephens Council coming together to build towards a brighter and better township. Port Stephens Council’s Vibrant Places…
HEART TO HEART is an art based program that offers the participant a window into the power of creativity, mindfulness and connection to others. Through a carefully structured program the participants are taken on a journey to connect with their…
MIDCOAST Council will receive over $7.5 million in funding to repair or replace public facilities damaged in the March 2021 flood event, including boat ramp repair in Bulahdelah. “This grant will go some way to covering our estimated flood repair…
THE Bulahdelah Twilight Christmas Farmers Market is on again Saturday 3 December from 4.00 – 8.00pm at the Big 4 River Myall Holiday Resort. The event is again being sponsored by the Bulahdelah Business Chamber with lots of local produce,…
EVERY year at 11am on 11 November – the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month – we pause to remember all those who have served in defence of our nation and the sacrifices made in wars…
THE Probus Club of Port Stephens continues to grow at a steady rate with three more inductions in November bringing their total to 153 valued members. Ann Gibson of the Probus Club told News Of The Area, “This meeting we…
IN the last week of the Raymond Terrace Community Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) Program awards for the term, local students’ behaviour, attitudes and actions have once again been celebrated. Last week’s nominees – The Irrawang Public School PBL nominee…