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Two operators of adventure tours on Port Stephens’ famous sand dunes have been recognised by two special awards honouring personal contribution to the region’s tourism industry. The CEO of Sand Dune Adventures, Andrew Smith, and the Marketing Manager of Port…
Port Stephens Council has joined forces with Hunter Councils in a new campaign to reduce the amount of illegal dumping in the region. Hunter Councils’ regional waste education coordinator, Chantelle Sage, said the two month campaign is designed to combat…
Port Stephens Council has joined forces with Hunter Councils in a new campaign to reduce the amount of illegal dumping in the region. Hunter Councils’ regional waste education coordinator, Chantelle Sage, said the two month campaign is designed to combat…
When the announcement was made in December 2015 that Port Stephens Council would amalgamate with Newcastle Council, the reaction from Port Stephens residents was not favourable. Port Stephens Councillors got together and formed a plan to put up a solid…
Did you know the average Australian produces 647 kg of municipal waste each year? This means that highlighting the many opportunities for improvements in waste reduction and recycling has never been more important. As part of National Recycling Week, Port…
A Group of local runners will head to Tateyama, Japan on a marathon exchange in January 2017 thanks to funding from Port Stephens Council and the Port Stephens Sister Cities Association. The annual exchange supports interested residents in attending the…
Last week saw the beginning of the Community Wellbeing Program’s movement and relaxation classes, as well as the Community Cuppa. The program, designed to help de-stress those affected by the fallout of the Williamtown Contamination is free to all residents…
The Office of the Advocate for Children and Young People (ACYP), with the involvement of the Department of Premier and Cabinet and NSW Health, last week launched the ‘Biggest Recess’ which will be held on Friday 28 October as the…
SPORTING clubs in Port Stephens are encouraged to apply for the Local Sport Grant Program to guarantee increased involvement in recreational activities. Member for Port Stephens, Kate Washington, said sport and active recreation delivers many personal and community benefits including…