A THIRD man has been charged over his alleged involvement in a fatal shooting in Port Stephens in August this year. About 1.45pm on Sunday 29 August 2021, emergency services were called to Hideaway Drive, Salt Ash, following reports…
MEMBERS of the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre are celebrating the centre and gallery being reopened after the COVID-19 lockdown. In spite of the inconveniences that Covid regulations imposed, there were many positive comments, and expressions of delight, as…
FOR carers across the region, COVID lockdowns have been particularly difficult. Isolation when dealing with a loved one’s illness and demise can be heartbreakingly lonely. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message…
FOR locals there’s not much of a need to introduce Giacomo Arnott, he’s known as the young Councillor that fights for the underdog. Giacomo has spent the last four years on Council, often in opposition to the majority of…
HUNTER New England Health is trying its best to further improve Port Stephens 95% covid vaccination rate by bringing its team of qualified professionals to a site near you. Such was the case when they turned up in force…
THE Legislative Assembly of the NSW Parliament has taken a significant step in passing a Bill which requires consent to be actively sought and obtained before engaging in any sexual activity. Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington addressed the…
RESIDENTS of Stockton can now join in on a trail being conducted to recycle aluminium coffee pods. An Australian-first pilot program will allow 3,000 households in Newcastle to recycle aluminium coffee pods through their kerbside bins. Advertise with News…
FOR Leah Anderson, the decision to run for Mayor on Port Stephens Council came from a desire to see a community better served by its elected officials. As most of us do, she and her family feel blessed to…
SEVEN mature trees on the Bridal Trail between Dutchman’s Beach and Nelson Bay have been marked with yellow crosses. This vandalism is causing community concerns after a large tree at the Bagnalls Beach Reserve was recently marked with a…
MEDOWIE solicitor and local community advocate Brooke Vitnell has been selected as the Liberal candidate for Paterson for the Federal election. Ms Vitnell has pledged to put the people of Paterson first by tirelessly working to deliver a stronger…