FEDERAL Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek declared extensions to Port Stephens Koala Hospital (PSKH) officially open on Saturday 21 September. The official opening was held at the facility on Gan Gan Road near One Mile Beach, with a plethora of VIP…
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,…
MORE accurate data will aim to give people a better idea whether the rent they are being asked to pay is in line with nearby homes as part of reforms to make tenancies fairer. The comparison site built on rental…
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…
WITHOUT exaggeration friends, this week is one that I have been awaiting for more than a decade. Francis Ford Coppola (The Godfather) sees the release of his magnum opus, Megalopolis, a film that has been more than 40 years in…
AS reports emerged about how a gambling ad crackdown may work, Communications Minister Michelle Rowland says the reforms need to be right the first time. Any reform to gambling advertising needs to ensure there are no unintended consequences, the communications…
LOCAL artist Evie Homewood is the featured artist this month at Nelson Bay Marina’s Artisan Collective. Born in Sydney in 1971, her career began as a graphic designer for the Newcastle Herald and The Age. Evie later moved to London,…
IN a groundbreaking effort to support the endangered black-necked stork population, a specially designed artificial nest has been installed in Hexham Swamp, offering hope for the species’ survival and growth. This pioneering project addresses the shortage of suitable nesting sites…
SPORTING groups, service clubs, schools … all are welcome to explore opportunities to run fundraising events at the recently expanded and modernised Raymond Terrace StrikeZone tenpin bowling centre. “The proposed opening of our licensed area complete with pool tables and…
THIS Spring school holiday, Hawks Nest Golf Club is the ultimate destination for family fun! “Join us for a fantastic lineup of events, including live music on Sundays, two Kids Only Discos, JD’s World of Magic, and Music Bingo,” said…