SUNSHINE, saltwater and the picturesque scenery only the beaches of the Tomaree Peninsula can provide. For the Surfing Mums movement here in Port Stephens it’s the perfect recipe to hit the reset button and reconnect with the community while experiencing…
THE school initiative that recognises students for positive acts and excellence in citizenship, the Positive Behavior for Learning (PBL) program, is an embedded part of the Central and West Wards of Port Stephens. The community and school joint initiative promotes…
TILLIGERRY RFS was first to respond to a fire in Essendene Gardens, Mallabula, when a blaze engulfed the front section of the old squash court complex. The two storeyed rear structure incurred smoke damage and the fire was prevented from…
THE ‘2021 National Community Attitudes Survey (NCAS) States and Territories report’, released last week by Australia’s National Research Organisation for Women’s Safety Limited (ANROWS), found that every state and territory has improved in their attitudes towards violence against women over…
NELSON Bay Women’s Bowling Club (NBWBC) members proudly supported the Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group on Tuesday 23 May, with over 40 ladies attending a tremendously fun-filled day featuring a scrumptious morning tea and a friendly game of bowls. More…
THE recent meeting of Port Stephens Council commenced with an emergency motion put forward by Mayor Ryan Palmer, calling on Council to discuss mounting community unrest over the consistent loitering of young people in Raymond Terrace taking place after school…
LAST week the Rotary Club of Salamander Bay held their Pride of Workmanship Awards 2023 at the Nelson Bay Golf Club. The Awards acknowledge employees who display outstanding qualities in terms of approach, attitude, dedication and commitment to their job.…
THE Raymond Terrace Community Positive Behaviour for Learning program (PBL), which runs across Port Stephens’ Central and West ward schools, provides recognition to students for their actions. PBL is a whole-school framework that promotes positive behaviour across a school and…
LIGHTHOUSE Baptist Church in Nelson Bay have welcomed Barry Morris and his wife Joy, who will serve as their interim Pastor for the next twelve months. Pastor Barry began his vocation as a missionary in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea,…
ADDITIONAL closures are now in place on and around the Tomaree Summit Walk as the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) nears completion of upgrades as part of the new Tomaree Coastal Walk. From Monday 22 May, the Fort…