CURRENT and future University of Newcastle students seeking financial assistance to support their studies are now invited to apply for the latest round of the Greater Charitable Foundation Equity Scholarship program. Announced in 2023, the program will grant five scholars $30,000 as part of the Foundation’s $150,000, three year partnership with

THE Port Stephens Community Arts Centre (PSCAC) has five new exhibitions running concurrently, providing an opportunity to witness first rate local artistry up close. The first exhibition, Nautical Art, showcases captivating maritime-themed artworks featuring stunning seascapes, ships and marine life, invoking a sense of adventure and the timeless beauty of

FOUR new play spaces are now open across Port Stephens, with another one on the way. Mayor Ryan Palmer and Deputy Mayor Leah Anderson recently visited the newly completed play space at Taylor's Beach. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us -

PORT Stephens Women In Business (PSWIB) held a speed networking function last Wednesday night at the Greenhouse Eatery, Medowie. Being strategically positioned on tables beside “business strangers” gave participants the opportunity to broaden local professional networks and broach connections with like-minded female entrepreneurs. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for

2019 PORT Stephens Citizen of the Year Ben Niland has announced he will contest the September local government elections in Central Ward. Mr Niland has a long history in Port Stephens, moving to Raymond Terrace as a nine-year-old in 1989. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for

THE Combined Probus Club of Medowie recently celebrated its 21st birthday. ”A birthday lunch was held at the Greenhouse at the The Dunes at Medowie, where members enjoyed a fine lunch and the birthday cake,” the Club’s Kevin Tomlinson told News Of The Area. Advertise with News of The Area

THE NSW Government released the latest data on development application (DA) processing times for councils across the State this month, with Port Stephens coming out in the lead. According to the NSW Planning Portal data, in the 2023-2024 financial year, Port Stephens Council processed 587 Development Applications (DAs) valued at over

FOURTEEN years ago, Corlette resident Tony Compton traded in his triathlon lycra for the streamlined carbon fibre deck and comfortable cockpit of an outrigger canoe. Having cheered on his wife Carol in her first paddling regatta, Tony believed his competitive spirit, drive to “be his best” and his “love of racing”

A MOTHER’S intuition is fierce and undeniable. When Jacquie Cooper sensed there was something more complex behind her son Leo’s developmental mobility delays, the Soldiers Point registered nurse heeded her instincts, seeking help from her local maternal health centre. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business.