FOUR more people who blockaded Newcastle Coal Port last month have been charged following their actions. Wilkarr, John, Sal and Zelda are the newest members of Blockade Australia to be convicted. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
ARE the rural properties in Port Stephens at risk of residential developments? Local farmers that have been on the land in Seaham for years believe that they are. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for…
PORT Stephens SES Unit have taken home gold and silver medals in the 2021 World Rescue Challenge. Joined by NSW Ambulance; drones and virtual reality replaced the face-to-face competition in the world-first virtual World Rescue Challenge. Advertise with News…
THE Norm Bassan Lions Park has been re-dedicated after restoration of the Stockton Park. Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes proudly supported the restoration and re-dedication to a very worthy citizen. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth…
AT the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them. Australia as a fledgling nation sent her sons to war. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message…
THE release of an explosive ABC Four Corners report last week, highlighting the potential development of beachside land in Hawks Nest, has sent shockwaves through the Myall Coast. The program alleged links between the development of the site and…
HYDROGEN is one of the future paths of green energy in the Hunter. The 2050 target of zero emissions is one which offers opportunity to regions such as Port Stephens. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth…
WITH an uninterrupted water view adding tens of thousands of dollars to a property’s value, many waterfront home owners are sorely tempted to cut down saplings or poison large trees. This was the case in Nelson Bay some years…
IT’S time for your weekly update from the Police and Marine Rescue. Marine Rescue During training on Tuesday, the crew from Marine Rescue Port Stephens received a request to tow the vessel Eliza from an emergency mooring at Wanda…
THE feasibility of a shade sail at Robinson Reserve in Anna Bay has been discussed in a recent Port Stephens Council meeting. After an initial notice of motion in August, the Council resolved that a report would be made…