Go Green With Green Caffeine in Port Stephens
PORT’s café culture is about to get an extra shot, and this time it’s going green. COVID-19 put many things on hold. One of them was the use of “keeper” coffee cups at cafes. Advertise with News of The…
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Port Business Varley Group at Tomago Builds Donated RFS Fire Trucks
THE Government of the United Arab Emirates has generously gifted seven Category 13 Bulk Water Carriers to Australia after witnessing the unprecedented fire devastation in 2019 The seven fire tankers are valued over $3.4 million and will be dispersed…
Sharon Yardley raises awareness with book about Bipolar
SHARON Yardley is a mum, and a teacher, and she has bipolar. After a psychotic episode whilst teaching ten years ago, she has fought hard and worked to function, whilst having bipolar disorder. Recently, Sharon has published her first…
Port Stephens-Hunter Police District welcomes new recruits
ON Monday 1 March, Port Stephens-Hunter Police District welcomed their two newest recruits. Probationary Constables’ Luke Haynes and Emillie King were welcomed by District Commander, Superintendent Chad Gillies and local members, Kate Washington MP and Jenny Aitchison MP. Probationary…
The history of the Avenue of the Allies arch in Tanilba
VISIONARY developer Henry Halloran marked the centenary of the settlement of Tanilba by constructing an arched gateway at the bottom of Avenue of the Allies. Two types of stone were used which came from the Mallabula quarry and from…
New support for National Disability Insurance Scheme participants in Medowie
A NEW support service has arrived in Port Stephens for people accessing the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Life Unlimited Support Services have expanded their NDIS Day Support Program, with the opening of a ‘Hive’ in Medowie, offering group…
Raymond Terrace plan given stamp of approval
PORT Stephens Council has tonight endorsed a 20-year vision for Raymond Terrace that prioritises people and focuses on connectivity, public spaces and place activation. The Raymond Terrace Public Domain Plan (PDP) is a key action of the Raymond Terrace…
$40,000 awarded to help Port students with studies
A RECORD-BREAKING $40,000 has been awarded to 20 talented students as part of the 2021 Port Stephens Mayoral Academic Scholarships — the program’s biggest ever scholarship pool. Every year, Port Stephens Council partners with local businesses to support the…
Fisheries Need Feedback On Port Stephens Mud Crabs
WITH the retail price of mud crabs hovering around $60/kg they were a much sought after crustacean by both professional and recreational fisherfolk alike. They still are, although the price has crashed to around the $20 mark. This was…
Librarian Opens Door On Services At Tomaree Library
FINGAL Bay Probus Club members are enjoying attending meetings that are in the back to normal category. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email…