THE second quarterly update of the Barrington Coast Destination Management program has been presented to the MidCoast Council at the Ordinary Meeting on 25 August. Destination Barrington Coast is an initiative for the tourism sector to ensure that the…
IT has been a week of ups and downs as lockdowns continue throughout the state. Sadly, we have seen more cases of COVID-19 in the Port Stephens LGA which were active in the community while infectious. Advertise with News…
ONCE again, the Dine and Discover vouchers have been extended. The incentive first kicked off in late March 2021, giving all NSW residents over the age of eighteen four $25 vouchers to spend- two ‘discover’ vouchers for use at…
A NEW Detective Inspector has joined the Port Stephens-Hunter Police District. Following a competitive recruitment process, newly promoted Crime Manager, Detective Inspector Mitch Dubojski has been welcomed to the Police District. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
WE have all been suffering with varying levels of mental health throughout the pandemic. However there are some groups within regional communities that are at greater risk of suicide than others. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
ARE you a farmer looking for romance? Farmer Wants A Wife is back, looking to help five farmers from regional Australia find love. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone…
AS families struggle to fill days and complete home schooling, there is new support for young people living under stress. For many getting out and enjoying simpler things while exercising is one circuit breaker. Advertise with News of The…
COMMUNITIES in the 2324 postcode are showing up to get vaccinated at higher rates than most other areas. In a map updated by NSW Health, the statistics for the 2324 postcode (from Raymond Terrace to Karuah and Tea Gardens)…
RESIDENTS are being urged to have their say about a proposal for a new service centre, to be built at the northern Bulahdelah interchange. A petrol station and eatery are planned for the site, providing southbound travellers with an…
HEART health is often something we don’t think about, but if you are over 65 it is time to get real about your heart health. During the pandemic many people have put off getting a check up with their…