THE following is an extract from my book “The Outer Light” (2018), about life on Point Stephens Lighthouse in 1953, as told by eight-year-old Peter Jones, the son of light keeper Andrew and mother Joan. The Move I can still…
A MAN accused of shooting dead 98 kangaroos on an army base denies all charges against him. Joey Pace, 43, of Williamtown, appeared briefly in Raymond Terrace Local Court on Monday after being arrested by a police rural crime prevention…
STRUGGLING Australians are being promised more help as Labor pushes to “build Australia’s future” while the Liberals pledge to get the country “back on track”. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has given a glimpse into the Liberals’ campaign mantra as the…
WHEN it comes to catching whiting and bream off the beach there is no better bait than a live, wriggling, savage beach worm. Pipis and nippers will catch fish however the worm will always be the preferred bait. Live worms…
THE State Government is removing some of the red tape that has prevented farmers fighting fires on their property and adjacent land. During a fire emergency, a landholder can now use surface water and groundwater sources without a water licence…
STATE MP Kate Washington joined Port Stephens Mayor Leah Anderson and councillors Chris Doohan, Jason Wells and Nathan Errington for a tour of the new amenities building at Yulong Oval late last month. Led by members of the Medowie Football…
THIS story is about Terry Quantrill, a cousin of local Nelson Bay identity Adrian Everett. I had not heard of Terry prior to reading this story. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message…
A MAN has been charged with animal cruelty offences alleged to have occurred in the Hunter region. On Tuesday 8 October 2024, 98 dead kangaroos were found on Commonwealth land, along with an ammunition box and two cartridges. Advertise with…
THE Lolly Bug is a family owned business carrying over 1500 varieties of goodies! “We offer lollies, chocolates, gourmet foods and so much more,” The Lolly Bug team said. They also stock confectionery from around the world – English sweets,…
SINCE 1989, Saxby’s Bakery & Cafe has served up delicious offerings to customers from throughout the Port Stephens region. “A scrumptious array of cakes, breads, pies, sausage rolls, pasties and other baked goodies are served at our comfortable cafe,” said…