THE land home to the former Colonial Ridge Retreat on Fleet Street, Salamander Bay has had a Development Application (DA) in place at the site and the adjacent property for many years. Members of the community have expressed concerns that…
AN INCIDENT at Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort, Salamander Bay on Tuesday 12 December left a worker injured and prompted a response from multiple emergency services. The worker received burn injuries after a 1000 litre chlorine tank next to…
MARINE Rescue Lemon Tree Passage volunteers are ready for the surge of boaters heading on to local waterways over the Christmas and New Year holiday period, with Marine Rescue Lemon Tree Passage Unit Commander David Aselford encouraging boaters to make…
Y-KNOT Cruises offers relaxing cruises to the coastal villages of Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest, as well as return journeys to Nelson Bay. The Y-Knot is a locally-owned, purpose-built catamaran. With exceptional stability and wide open floor space she is…
BASED in Lemon Tree Passage, the Wangi Queen Showboat is a heritage attraction that entices both locals and visitors. Many people travel from afar to experience the vessel’s charm. Its signature 2.5-hour lunch and sunset cruises provide a unique and…
WELCOME to Valhalla, a Scandinavian-inspired Australian sanctuary offering the unique and rustic charm of ‘where country meets coast’. Set out across 40 acres of coastal farm land, Valhalla Restaurant Bar is located on the beautiful Spruce Estate, Port Stephens. With…
THE Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary is a partnership between Port Stephens Council and Port Stephens Koala Hospital, a volunteer group that aims to provide world best practice standards of care to sick, injured and orphaned koalas to give them the…
SUPERSTRIKE Salamander Bay is more than just a bowling alley; it’s a vibrant hub of entertainment, bringing families and friends together for unforgettable moments. With state-of-the-art bowling lanes, arcade games, and a lively atmosphere, it’s a haven for both seasoned…
PORT Stephens Water Police will have a special visitor on Christmas Eve with Santa Claus set to visit various beach locations across the area. As well as presents, Santa is helping to deliver an important safety message. Advertise with News…
REPRESENTATIVES from Quilts of Valour Australia teamed up with Welfare Officers from the Nelson Bay RSL sub-Branch at a special presentation at the Regis nursing home in Salamander Bay on 14 December. Robert ‘Bob’ Murray was the recipient of a…