THERE are plenty of options for positive community connections on the Tilligerry Peninsula. The Tilligerry Peninsula Probus Club is a group of active retirees and semi-retired people who are over 55, focused on having fun while they enjoy the great…
THE active Tilligerry branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) have held their first event of the year, with much more planned for 2023. Tilligerry CWA’s Lyn Chamberlain told News Of The Area, “The event consisted of a get together…
ON AUSTRALIA Day a host of well deserving locals were rewarded for their contributions to the Port Stephens community, with Mayor Ryan Palmer announcing the recipients at a civic ceremony on January 26 at Riverside Park. A dedicated Raymond Terrace…
LOCAL identity Judi Walker moved from Sydney to Salamander Bay with her two sons, Tobias and Elliott, in January 1988. On arriving in the region, Judi volunteered in numerous positions at Anna Bay Primary School and on the committee of…
PORT Stephens Council is pressing ahead with more public facilities on the Lemon Tree Passage waterfront. Cr Steve Tucker recently met on site with Council’s Capital Works Manager Phil Miles and Asset Manager John Maretich to discuss the finer details…
AUSTRALIA Day will be celebrated across Port Stephens with free events at: ● Karuah – Karuah RSL from 10am, with fireworks at 9pm. ● Nelson Bay – Fly Point from 9am to 3pm ● Raymond Terrace – Riverside Park from…
BRICKFEST at the Bay was once again a responding success which created wonder and awe for kids young in age and young at heart. Debbie Schofield of the Tomaree Community Hospital Auxiliary told News Of The Area, “Rainbow Bricks are…
ANNA Bay Tavern’s Family Fun Day is returning on Sunday 19 February to raise funds for Country Hope, a Riverina charity which supports sick kids living in the bush. As always, pig races are a major drawcard of the annual…
ELEVEN outstanding community champions have been nominated for our region’s highest honour – the 2022 Port Stephens Annual Awards. Mayor Ryan Palmer last week announced the dedicated, passionate and caring nominees. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth…
AUSTRALIA Day 2023 will be celebrated at two venues on the Tilligerry Peninsula this year after three years of Covid restrictions. Tilligerry Lions Club will be running the waterfront festivities; starting at 8.00 am and continuing until noon. Advertise with…