Local helps Dutchmans Beach tourist
We would like to thank a very kind lady who helped us yesterday at Dutchmans Beach. My husband was stung by a stingray while swimming and was in a lot of pain. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Shannon drove us…
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Wednesday Tennis Ladies pay tribute to their friend ‘Fran’
The Wednesday Tennis ladies wore yellow in honour of their friend ‘Fran’. We attended the funeral service for Francis Long on Tuesday which was excellently conducted by one of our tennis players, Susan Carter, at Fran’s request. Or CLICK FOR…
Thursday Walkers explore Lions Hill, Tea Gardens
Dear News Of The Area, The Thursday Walkers’ penultimate walk for the year was a local one on a track heading out from Lions Hill. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Michael led us out and into the bush. Some track,…
Tomaree and Stockton residents deserve better
Dear News Of The Area, I question the Baird State Government’s use of the [Tomaree and Stockton] facilities once they turf out the disabled residents. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE My gut feeling is telling me that they have property…
Thanks to Port Stephens Salvation Army for Pamper Day
Dear News Of The Area, I would like to sincerely thank the Port Stephens branch of the Salvation Army on behalf of carers who attended an amazing Pamper Day on 15 November. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Those who care…
U3A’s “Humour” Presentation Tickles Funny Bone
Dear News Of The Area, Brian Jones and John Fitzgerald’s recent U3A presentation on “humour” was truly good for the soul. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Unfortunately, many of us need a gentle reminder that Laughter is good for our…
Stuart Tomlinson writes about Tomaree Lodge and Stockton Centre concerns
Dear News Of The Area, I am writing to you over the concern of the privatisation of both Tomaree Lodge and Stockton Centre and the eviction of long time residents who have called these disability centres their home over the…
Spirits not dampened for Uniting Church Market Day
Dear News Of The Area, The Port Stephens Uniting Church Market Day Committee would like to thank the public for their generous support at our recent Market Day held on such a wet morning. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Despite…
Bulahdelah Garden Club make a show of it
Dear News Of The Area, This is a photo of our new President Loretta Simpson admiring the club’s display at last week’s Bulahdelah show. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Congratulations also go to Treasurer Annette Grimson who won ‘Best Exhibitor’…
Great Festival for Myall Koala and Environment Group
Dear News of the Area, A great Festival for the Koala Group! The crowd in the morning particularly, was fantastic. We had lots of good discussions about koalas and koala food trees and plants in general. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT…