MEMBERS of the public have been getting hot under the collar for years about residents with land adjacent to public land spreading their personal possessions and building works onto public land. The issue of private works on public land has…
WITH the silly season well and truly upon us, it was time for members of the Probus Club of Fingal Bay to get ready to ‘go crackers’. Going crackers involves enjoying fun times together, and that, of course, is what…
THE biographical musical drama film Elvis The Movie, directed by Baz Luhrman, was released this year with rave reviews. A whole new generation of Elvis fans have been born, with the movie grossing more than $52 million world wide. Advertise…
AS Port Stephens is once again about to be flooded with visitors, it is time to reflect on children on and around the road. For parents holidaying with children it is time to be extra vigilant. Advertise with News of…
WITH carols, lolly runs and parties, groups around Port Stephens are getting well and truly into the Christmas spirit. It was no different for the members of BayFit, the not-for-profit fitness group that supports members of our community. Advertise with…
SHOPPING in destinations like Nelson Bay can unearth the most unique and amazing items. At Artisan Collective on the d’Albora Marinas at Nelson Bay you will find everything from fine art to quirking chain jewellery and clothing. Advertise with News…
WITH their sights firmly set upon celebrating Christmas members of the Tomaree Ladies Probus Club joined together one last time for 2022. The Tomaree Ladies Probus Club members happily celebrated the year’s end with a delicious Christmas luncheon at Nelson…
LAST Sunday night, 4 December, saw over 250 people in attendance at Soldiers Point Bowling Club to show their support for 22-year-old local young mum Jasmine, who was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer in September. Mother to Lincoln, aged…
OVER the past few weeks, the Port Stephens Friendship Group has continued to provide great social opportunities for members, including regular monthly activities of coffee days, movie days, bowls days and Happy Hours. Keith Hobbs told News Of The Area,…
LEMON Tree Passage is renowned for its Christmas Bushes. This native tree (Ceratopetalum gummiferum) blossoms in late November and the flowers then turn bright red around Christmas. This year, due to weather conditions, it looks like being a very big…