MOTORISTS are advised of changed traffic conditions from next week northbound on the A1 Pacific Highway at Heatherbrae between Tomago Road and just north of Old Punt Road. Work started Monday 30 August to build a new access track…
ONCE again, the Dine and Discover vouchers have been extended. The incentive first kicked off in late March 2021, giving all NSW residents over the age of eighteen four $25 vouchers to spend- two ‘discover’ vouchers for use at…
A HOMICIDE investigation is underway after a man was fatally shot at Port Stephens on Sunday. Emergency services were called to Hideaway Drive, Salt Ash, just before 1.45pm on Sunday 29 August 2021, after reports a vehicle had hit…
A NEW Detective Inspector has joined the Port Stephens-Hunter Police District. Following a competitive recruitment process, newly promoted Crime Manager, Detective Inspector Mitch Dubojski has been welcomed to the Police District. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
WE have all been suffering with varying levels of mental health throughout the pandemic. However there are some groups within regional communities that are at greater risk of suicide than others. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
ARE you a farmer looking for romance? Farmer Wants A Wife is back, looking to help five farmers from regional Australia find love. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone…
THE Positive Behaviour and Learning Program (PBL) is motivating local youth to aspire to be better. These awards don’t go to the best sports star or the most academically minded. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth…
PORT Stephens parks and skateparks have officially reopened after last week’s decision by the Council to close under Police orders allegedly due to breaches of the COVID-19 Public Health Orders. At the same time that these areas were closed,…
HEART health is often something we don’t think about, but if you are over 65 it is time to get real about your heart health. During the pandemic many people have put off getting a check up with their…
WHILE Sydney battles the biggest outbreak of COVID-19 seen yet in Australia, locals around the state are getting tested to protect their regions. In Raymond Terrace the need for testing facilities saw a pop-up clinic added to cope with…