THE Domestic Violence Electronic Monitoring (DVEM) program is the first electronic monitoring program in NSW to specifically target domestic violence offenders. Introduced by NSW Corrective Services in 2016, individuals on the program have a GPS-enabled monitoring device fitted to their…
PORT Stephens Council has approved the development of a new residential apartment complex in Soldiers Point at their recent Council meeting, following some discussion concerning a disputed ‘height variation’ which, it had been suggested, would exceed legislative guidelines. The plans…
PORT Stephens Council has approved the expansion of a car park for the Astra Aerolab Business Park currently being developed in Williamtown. Astra Aerolab, a site within the Williamtown Special Activation Precinct, is being referred to as a “defence and…
APPRENTICES facing financial or personal hardship will be supported to undertake their trade and study through a $2.25 million NSW Government scholarship program. Applications are now open until 21 July for the 2023 Bert Evans Apprentice Scholarships program that will…
THE ‘2021 National Community Attitudes Survey (NCAS) States and Territories report’, released last week by Australia’s National Research Organisation for Women’s Safety Limited (ANROWS), found that every state and territory has improved in their attitudes towards violence against women over…
NELSON Bay Women’s Bowling Club (NBWBC) members proudly supported the Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group on Tuesday 23 May, with over 40 ladies attending a tremendously fun-filled day featuring a scrumptious morning tea and a friendly game of bowls. More…
THE recent meeting of Port Stephens Council commenced with an emergency motion put forward by Mayor Ryan Palmer, calling on Council to discuss mounting community unrest over the consistent loitering of young people in Raymond Terrace taking place after school…
PORT Stephens Council endorsed a Notice of Motion by West Ward Councillor Peter Kafer to investigate options for the development of a town hall for Raymond Terrace. Councillor Peter Kafer said its important Council explores ways to increase community infrastructure…
LAST week the Rotary Club of Salamander Bay held their Pride of Workmanship Awards 2023 at the Nelson Bay Golf Club. The Awards acknowledge employees who display outstanding qualities in terms of approach, attitude, dedication and commitment to their job.…
THE Raymond Terrace Community Positive Behaviour for Learning program (PBL), which runs across Port Stephens’ Central and West ward schools, provides recognition to students for their actions. PBL is a whole-school framework that promotes positive behaviour across a school and…