DURING a whirlwind visit to Heatherbrae last week, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese sought to reassure the community that “appropriate community consultation” was continuing to take place on the Hunter offshore wind project. “We’ll continue to consult constructively,” Mr Albanese said.…
AS students head into the new school year, thousands of Australian children are at risk of missing out on essential items for learning, including digital devices, internet access, and uniforms and shoes, according to national children’s education charity, The Smith…
FUNDING to dredge the Myall River-Estuary was announced by Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington during a visit to Tea Gardens on Sunday 21 January. “The NSW State Government is committed to dredging the (Corrie) channel and getting it done…
CONSTRUCTION is progressing on Newcastle Airport’s new international terminal, a project expected to boost the region’s economy and unlock tourism opportunities. The Australian Government has committed $55 million for the new terminal, including border facilities. Advertise with News of The…
DANCE n Dazzle Studio is the longest established family-owned dance business in Medowie, having taught thousands of students over the past 29 years. In 2023 students performed at local events such as McHappy Day, the Medowie Christmas Carnival, Port Stephens…
THE ‘Coweambah’, referred to by all who knew her as the Cowie, provided a source of transport and supplies so necessary for the welfare of the lighthouse keepers, and the maintenance and ongoing workings of the Fingal Outer Light. The…
MARINE RESCUE units across the Hunter and Central Coast returned 3079 people safely to shore in 2023, with Port Stephens one of the locations of highest demand. The combined units completed 1,511 search and rescue missions last year, including 341…
CONSTRUCTION is progressing on Newcastle Airport’s new international terminal, a project expected to boost the region’s economy and unlock tourism opportunities. The Australian Government has committed $55 million for the new terminal, including border facilities. Advertise with News of The…
A $200 MILLION dollar package has been announced by the State and Federal Governments to provide energy saving upgrades in social housing properties and access to solar for low-income renters and apartment residents. It is estimated that 30,000 homes will…
PORT Stephens is a functional port servicing a fishing industry that provides fifteen percent of the catch sold at the Sydney Fish Markets. The port is larger than Sydney Harbour and was once home to the proposed site for the…