INTERMITTENT rain showers did not dampen spirits on this year’s ANZAC commemorations in Nelson Bay. A large crowd gathered at the Nelson Bay War Memorial at Apex Park to observe proceedings beginning at 5:30am on the morning of 25 April.…
TELLING the incredible stories of Port Stephens is what News Of The Area (NOTA) is all about. The independently-owned NOTA has had a presence in the Hunter region for decades and is proud to keep locals up to date with…
DEAR News Of The Area, I AM very disappointed that Nationals leader David Littleproud came to Port Stephens to push dangerous nuclear reactors. Yet he failed to spell out important details of his nuclear policy. Where will the nuclear reactors…
10 Corella Close, Salamander Bay 4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car Expressions of Interest WELCOME to this stunning two-story family home tucked away on peaceful Corella Close in Salamander Bay. Crafted with families in mind, this residence boasts multiple living…
THIS is the final part of a three part series on Port Stephens fishing identity Jimmy Chalkley. To read part one or two visit the News Of The Area website. DURING his fishing life Jim experienced many memorable occasions which…
DISASTER assistance will be extended to the Port Stephens Local Government Area (LGA) following heavy rainfall and flooding across NSW from 1 April 2024. The assistance measures are being provided by the State and Federal Governments through the Commonwealth-State Disaster…
COMMUNITIES across Port Stephens and the Myall Coast can now have their say on telecommunications issues as public submissions open on the Federal Government’s Regional Telecommunications Review. The Government says the input of local communities will form an essential part…
DEAR News Of The Area, THE size and impact of the proposed Jetty Foreshores development has been much debated. Concerned Coffs residents think it will be a large development while Property and Development NSW (PDNSW) keep telling us it will…
POLISHED to perfection, more than 100 Hot Rods will gather in Woolgoolga for the 23rd annual Lazy Winter Run hosted by the Mid North Coast Hot Rod Club. To be held over the Mother’s Day weekend, a high spot is…
SQUASH siblings Dylan and Jaida Wigley have been selected to represent the North Coast in squash at the Combined High Schools State Titles in Sydney in July, where they will compete against other regions of NSW. The selection process took…