A DEVELOPMENT application from Alesco Senior College has caused concern amongst residents of a Salt Ash estate. The plan for the community-based education provider would turn a formerly residential property on Recluse Place into a campus, installing three demountable units…
VANDALISM, rot and time have wrought destructive effects upon the boardwalk that links Pindimar North to Pindimar South, with the latest case reported on Good Friday, 7 April. Unofficial reports from locals in the area suggest that at some time…
LOCAL State Member Kate Washington was officially sworn into the historic NSW Cabinet of the new Minns Labor Government in Sydney on Wednesday, 5 April. Ms Washington joined the historically diverse cabinet with dual portfolios as Minister for Families and…
THE Rotary Club of Nelson Bay is building a sensory garden and reflective space at the Tomaree Community Hospital. The Club is responsible for funding and building the garden, which aims at enhancing patient wellbeing. Advertise with News of The…
FOLLOWING a meeting on Tuesday of the Seaham Weir Pool Interagency Working Group, the Seaham Weir Pool Erosion Management Plan has been released paving the way for the implementation of the Plan’s actions. This milestone means Hunter Water, as the…
“TO be clear, I have no problems with Alesco’s mission,” said Matthew Clarke, a retired RAAF veteran who has lived on Recluse Place, Salt Ash for several years. “It’s great that they provide opportunities for kids who need help, but…
NEWCASTLE Permanent last week announced its Future Maker Awards, celebrating people in the community who are making a real difference, with a total of $5,000 in prizes on offer. Nominations for the Future Maker Awards are open to everyone in…
MARINE Rescue NSW volunteers across the state’s 46 units completed 425 rescue missions in March, returning 920 boaters to shore. In Port Stephens, 30 rescues were completed last month. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for…
A NEW exhibition showcasing the part the region played in WWII has commenced at the Visitors Information Centre in Nelson Bay. “Although ANZAC Day is the impetus for the timing, the display is really to showcase the involvement of Port…
RAAF Base Williamtown will be conducting surface live-fire activities using small arms at the Salt Ash Air Weapons Range (SAAWR). These activities will be conducted by No 1. Security Force, No. 26 Squadron and No. 4 Squadron based at RAAF…