DEAR News Of The Area, MARK Graham’s cogent and heartfelt letter about the costs of industrial logging to taxpayers and the environment prompt me to tell another revealing tale of an ongoing hidden cost to fires. A great CSIRO scientist…
A WILL seeks to ensure your testamentary intentions are upheld but what happens when the will itself goes missing? That’s the situation facing Dave’s intended beneficiaries. According to Dave’s will, the majority of his estate is left to his two…
JUST a few weeks ago, Council endorsed the exhibition of the draft Port Stephens Coastal Management Program (CMP). The CMP is a long term, future focused document designed to deliver a coordinated approach to the management of our coastline. We…
332 Pindimar Road, Tea Gardens 5 bed, 2 bath, 6 car Auction Preview LOCATED atop a ridge, this 129-acre estate offers a serene haven or a tranquil holiday escape. This custom-built country homestead, featuring five bedrooms and wrap-around verandas, provides…
THIS story is part two of an ongoing series on Ronald Barry ‘Clanka’ McLean. To read Part 1, pick up a copy of last week’s paper or jump online to the News Of The Area website. ‘Clanka’ – A Fearless…
SONGS were sung and dancers took to the streets as the Seaside Singers performed last week as part of the NSW Seniors Festival. The community choir, membership to which is dominated by seniors, delighted visitors to the Nelson Bay town…
AFTER years of community angst, the Land and Environment Court has finally ruled on the proposed extension of Soldiers Point Marina. Port Stephens Council initially rejected the development application (DA) and now the Land and Environment Court has followed suit.…
SEED libraries continue to grow in popularity, with 1200 seed packets loaned out across three Port Stephens library branches in 2023. 200 of those seed packets contained seeds donated by community members. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…