THE revitalisation of the Shoal Bay foreshore has certainly made more seating available in shaded areas. Sadly, some people with little vision for the space and a lack of regard for public property have taken it upon themselves to poison…
NATIONAL Domestic Violence Prevention Month is held each May to build community awareness of the impacts of domestic and family violence. According to the Domestic Violence Prevention Centre, the key aims of the month are to: ● raise community awareness…
THE Ross Wallbridge Reserve Flying Fox colony has long been an issue for Raymond Terrace locals. In a Council meeting on 8 February 2022, Councillor Giacomo Arnott raised a notice of motion regarding an update on the current flying…
Winter Fire Safety THE first significant cold snap of the season is on its way thanks to a cold front that has tracked across the state. Members from Salamander Fire and Rescue remind readers to ensure that a cold…
MOTORISTS are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from next week on the Pacific Highway at Hexham to carry out safety improvement work on Hexham Bridge. Starting Tuesday 10 May, Transport for NSW will carry out the work including…
SATURDAY 14 May is the annual Open Day at the Salamander Bay Fire Station. Your local firies are inviting you to their station to check out fire safety in the community and at home. Advertise with News of The…
ONE local family is going a little bit further to raise awareness of our local koalas and where they cross the road. Vehicle strike is one of the biggest causes of injury to our wild koala population. Advertise with…
FOLLOWING a notice of motion moved on 22 March 2022, Port Stephens Council has provided information regarding the tree moratorium. Councillor Arnott moved the motion to better inform the community, requesting information regarding how many trees have been removed…
UNREGISTERED motorbikes have increasingly become a problem in Raymond Terrace and most notably, on the Lakeside pathway. In the recent Council meeting on 26 April 2022, a report was presented to councillors on Council’s management approach. Advertise with News…
$500,000 WORTH of grants and loans are on offer for Aboriginal communities to build upon or create new initiatives that will support their fisheries-related cultural and commercial activities. Minister for Agriculture and Western NSW Dugald Saunders said the NSW…