WHILE October is the month we are finally allowed out, we can also do something positive by staying in. Breast Cancer Trials is Australia’s largest breast cancer clinical trials research organisation. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
IT’S time for the weekly police and emergency services update for Port Stephens. Arrest After Pursuit At approximately 9:00pm on Monday evening in Medowie, officers from the Port Stephens Hunter Police District saw a black Commodore driving around the…
WHILE many Medowie locals didn’t believe that their town needed a McDonalds, others see it as a sign that the township is coming of age. The franchise will see an opportunity for local youth and mature workers to gain…
KOALA-LOVERS are being sought to become the first volunteer Koala Sanctuary Ambassadors in Port Stephens. Council’s Holiday Park Section Manager Kim Latham says it’s an exciting opportunity for people with a passion for koalas, the environment and providing an…
ON 5 October 2021, Raymond Terrace Fire and Rescue celebrated 75 years since they became operational. The brigade became partially active on 5 October 1946 and by January 1947 they were operating with full capacity. Advertise with News of…
AT last the $11.4 million dollar Birubi Information Centre is fully funded. The vision for a new gateway to the Worimi Conservation Lands will soon become a reality, with the Australian Government announcing $4 million for the new Birubi…
PORT Stephens Local Area Command has welcomed six new Police recruits. More than 220 new probationary constables have today joined record numbers of police to help keep the NSW community safe. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
NSW will take its first steps towards reopening as the State passes the 70 per cent double vaccination target. With the first vaccination milestone being reached, the NSW Government is also easing a number of restrictions as part of…
CARP fish will now be in the sights of the state’s bowfishers, with new rules and regulations for the sport announced by Minister for Agriculture Adam Marshall on Saturday. Mr Marshall said the changes would allow bowfishers to safely…
BOATERS are being urged to check their vessels and safety equipment before heading out on the water this month, because many have been sitting idle during the COVID-19 lockdown. Minister for Transport and Roads Andrew Constance said the October…