BEYOND the Badge will be in Coffs Harbour in April to deliver a free two-day training program for veterans and first responders who are considering a new career. The event will be at C.ex Coffs on 29-30 April and is…
DEAR News Of The Area, IN regards to the vandalised trees on the Bridle Path, one way to prevent the damage that has been done by some locals who wanted a view, would be to erect one or several banners…
WE know how important safe and reliable roads are to our community. Through ongoing conversations with residents and businesses, my fellow Councillors and I know that well-maintained roads need to be the priority for Port Stephens Council. We’ve heard your…
THE Probus Club of Port Stephens has conducted its AGM and Changeover Luncheon, welcoming new blood into leadership roles. Outgoing President Rob Buchanan will hand the reins to the incoming Cheryl Rebrik. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
ISAAC Nettle has transformed from a “naughty schoolboy” who rejected his culture, to a teacher sharing inherited knowledge and leading a cultural revitalisation. Mr Nettle is a proud Worimi man and the Aboriginal Education Officer at Anna Bay Public School.…
IN celebration of the NSW Seniors Festival, Boat Harbour Recreation Club held a free morning tea and introduction to pickleball event on Wednesday 12 March. It was an opportunity to celebrate and encourage older, local community members to try the…
THE Hunter Region Botanic Gardens are reopening after suffering significant damage during storms on 15 January. Hundreds of trees were knocked down throughout the 125 hectare site and the Gardens have been closed to the public since then. “It was…
TWO canines – Daisy and Henry – are aiding Port Stephens Council crews to detect the invasive weed known as Chinese Violet. Council’s Natural Systems Coordinator Kate Drinan said the initiative will help map and manage the spread of the…
AFTER 26 years living on the Tomaree Peninsula, active and community-minded couple Nikki and Nigel Waters have returned to their original homeland of England. On 21 February, the Tomaree Ratepayers and Residents Association (TRRA) co-ordinated a very well-attended thank you…
SEVEN martial arts exponents from the Port Stephens region are ready to take on the world. Bella James, Charli Butler, Kayla Henry, Keilana Henry, Blake Taylor and Charli Davies are part of a strong Australian Martial Arts team that will…