FREE art walks launch on Saturday 7 and October 8 from the Nelson Bay Visitor Information Centre, with free guided tours offered over the two days. “Over the past few years, we’ve supported a number of local artists to create…
WITH the warmer months quickly approaching, forecasts are predicting a hot and dry summer. With a handful of 30 degree days in the early weeks of spring, fires are looking increasingly likely. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
BOATS were the main means of travel and communication with the outside world for oyster growers and fishermen. The ferries were relied upon as they ran from Tea Gardens to Nelson Bay, Lemon Tree Passage and Salt Ash carrying the…
MASS marches took place around the country over the weekend in support of the Yes campaign in the Voice to Parliament referendum. With the October 14 vote rapidly approaching, Port Stephens Yes supporters hit the streets of Raymond Terrace on…
A COMMUNITY staple for more than 25 years, the action-packed St Philip’s Christian College (SPCC) Fair returns on Friday October 13 from 3-8pm. A fireworks display will complete the evening at 7:45pm. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
ON Wednesday 18 October, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group (TBCSG) is hosting a Pink Breakfast fundraiser at Soldiers Point Bowling Club. “October is a time to raise awareness of breast cancer,” said Sarah Smith…
THE Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) Awards continue to make a positive impact in the participating schools and wider community. Louisa De Souza, Assistant Principal of Salt Ash Public School told News Of The Area, “As we approach the end…
THE organisers of Fingal Bay’s Parkrun event are encouraging more Port Stephens locals to join in the rapidly growing global trend. Parkrun is a free five kilometre (km) run that takes place every Saturday at 8am in locations across the…
A MAN has been charged after being caught allegedly driving more than double the signposted speed limit at Port Stephens on Thursday night. Officers attached to Newcastle Traffic and Highway Patrol Command were conducting stationary speed enforcement duties on Nelson…
ALL hands were on deck last month at the Latitude One over 55s resort in Anna Bay as a group of Ingenia Lifestyle employees made the trip from Sydney to plant trees as part of a company volunteering event. In…