ALTHOUGH Mike Shaw says he is “by no means unique” in his capacity as a 32-year veteran in community volunteering, he has contributed significantly to land conservation in Shoal Bay. Of particular interest to Mike is the preservation of Shoal…
THERE were two fishermen by the name of ‘Westy’ Davis. ‘Old Westy’ – Alfred George – was born in Nelson Bay in 1890. He enlisted in the 1st A.I.F in 1915 and was a member of the first group to…
WE’RE heading into the dog days of the “Summer Blockbuster” season, and that leaves just the one big release to come to cinemas this week, along with a possible ‘all time great’ sports documentary from Australia’s own shores. Alien: Romulus…
THE timber industry has stepped up its fight against the phase-out of wooden power poles across NSW, demanding proof that the manufactured ones won’t melt in bushfires. The NSW branch of the Australian Forest Products Association has launched a new…
OVER 70 people gathered on Sunday 4 August for EcoNetwork’s annual bird forum, which focused on ‘Shorebirds and seabirds on and off the Port Stephens coastline’. Held at the Tomaree Community Centre, the forum offered a rare opportunity to hear…
MYALL Coast author Phillip Everett has once again been shortlisted for the prestigious Furphy Literary Award. Phillip’s short story, ‘The Bear’, is based upon his experiences teaching a creative writing class at an Aboriginal community college in Adelaide, where he…
THE ongoing Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) program is creating a positive environment for students to thrive in local schools. Last week’s award nominees are all well deserving of their recognition by the wider community. Advertise with News of The…
LOCAL author John Boyton is celebrating the release of his first self-published book. John’s novel, ‘Bittersweet Revenge’, is described as a drama, with a bit of humour and adventure thrown in too. “I always wanted to write a novel, and…
THE Royal Australian Air Force is hosting six F-22 Raptor aircraft from the United States Air Force 19th Fighter Squadron over the period of 8-21 August 2024. The Lockheed Martin/Boeing F-22 Raptor is an American twin-engine all-weather stealth fighter aircraft…
PORT Harmony founder Kathryn Dries is returning to Port Stephens to perform with the musical group she helped launch. Kathryn, who served as Musical Director with the Port Harmony vocal ensemble for nine years, will join the group for their…