‘On The Couch’ With Jasminda

Dear Jasminda, My son doesn’t want to go back to school, even though it is only one day a week. He said he’d rather be home-schooled. The problem is I am getting no work done and feel I need…

Dear Jasminda, My son doesn’t want to go back to school, even though it is only one day a week. He said he’d rather be home-schooled. The problem is I am getting no work done and feel I need…



181/96 Holdom Road KARUAH PRICE: $238,000 Situated in the friendly over 50’s village at Karuah is this well appointed, 2 bedroom home. Offering a single carport and single lock up garage, this home has all the creature comforts to…

They may not be the ideal location for serious photography, but members of U3A’s Photography Group in recent weeks have been snapping away in their backyards because of stay-at-home rules prompted by COVID-19. Advertise with News of The Area…

FORTY-SIX years ago on the 6 April, it was a balmy Saturday afternoon and the then Minister for Public Works opened the iconic Singing Bridge forever joining Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest. Advertise with News of The Area today.…

WITH all face to face fundraising and major event activity on hold as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic, the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service has launched its annual appeal with a goal to raise over $300,000. Advertise with News…

LOCAL companies are proving that the Port Stephens region is at the top of its game with AMPcontrol pivoting to manufacture critically needed ventilators during the COVID-19 pandemic. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your…

LOCKDOWN isn’t bothering the Potters from the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre, as the Pottery Group members have been working with clay at home. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us.…