FIRST opening its doors in 1953, the Masonic Lodge Tomaree is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Over the past seven decades, the Lodge has been a cornerstone of support and camaraderie for men from all walks of life, especially in the…
AN impressive turnout of locals ranging from young pupils from St Philips School in Salamander Bay to some of the oldest veterans in NSW, paid their respects to Australia’s fallen during Nelson Bay’s Remembrance Day service. The anniversary has long…
THE Christmas spirit was on display at the Salamander Shopping Centre for the launch of Kmart’s 37th annual Wishing Tree Appeal. Together with founding partner The Salvation Army, the store is once again calling on the community’s support to help…
STAFF from Tomaree Community Hospital gathered at Nelson Bay Marina last Thursday, to raise awareness of their fight for fair pay and working conditions. It was the result of negotiations with the NSW Government again failing to result in a…
PORT Stephens Council will receive $12,672.00 for conservation works to the Knitting Circle Memorial at East Seaham. The Knitting Circle Memorial features a ten metre-high flagpole accompanied by a low wall displaying a marble plaque dedicated to “the boys who…
THE Rotary Club of Raymond Terrace will play a key role in two major events later this month. Rotary, in partnership with the Hunter Port Stephens Police District, will host a domestic violence awareness event on Friday, 29 November 29.…
THERE is a well known expression about “boys and their toys.” But members of Cars and Coffee in the Bay are determined to do everything they can to ensure that everyone has toys this Christmas. Advertise with News of The…
A NEW heritage trail has launched in Tanilba Bay, inviting both residents and visitors to explore the area’s rich history. The Heritage and History Trail of Tanilba Bay, developed by the Port Stephens Family History Society, takes a modern, interactive…
THE Prime Minister and NSW Premier visited the Hunter last week to spruik the establishment of a Hunter Net Zero Manufacturing Centre of Excellence at TAFE NSW’s Tighes Hill campus. The State and Federal Governments are jointly investing more than…
FORTY-FIVE members of the Probus Club of Port Stephens headed off on their annual ‘Cara Camper Getaway’ trip last month, enjoying several days at Ingenia Holidays South West Rocks. Situated on the banks of the mighty Macleay River, this was…