THE Port of Newcastle’s Clean Energy Precinct has reached a major milestone, signing agreements for key design work and environmental impact studies. The precinct, supported by $100 million funding from the Federal Government, will renew a disused 220-hectare industrial site…
CAREERS in defence aviation will be on show in the Hunter this week with Government and industry partners coming together to give school leavers, and job-ready young adults, a look into the rewarding career path of an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.…
Following a review, speed limits have been reduced on High Street, Wallalong. Transport for NSW completed a speed zone review on High Street at Wallalong between Clarence Town Road and Market Street, reducing the 80km/h section to 60km/h and reducing…
TWO young Port Stephens actors have won roles in the Young People’s Theatre (YPT) Newcastle production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr, hitting the stage for shows in Hamilton until 2 November. Year 6 Wirreanda Public School student Xavier Vaughan…
TAP to the beat of your old time favourite songs when Nelson Bay Rock & Roll Club hosts its 24th annual Rock ‘n Roll Festival this month. Hundreds of rock’n roll enthusiasts from far and wide will gather at Wests…
THE Tomaree Headland Heritage Group has been conducting a ‘Help Desk’ at Tomaree Headland during the school holiday period, supporting visitors to the region with key tourism tips and hints. Group president Peter Clough said visitor numbers to the iconic…
THE NSW Electoral Commission declared all positions on Port Stephens Council last week, with five new councillors and four returning councillors beginning their four year term. Incoming Mayor Leah Anderson said she is delighted to welcome the new Councillors and…
THE Raymond Terrace Lions Club has raised $10,000 through its recent Biggest High Tea for the Australian Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation (ALCCRF), smashing previous records. The ALCCRF was officially established in 2009 with an aim to increase survival rates…
A WOMAN faced Raymond Terrace Local Court on Friday, 4 October, charged over alleged domestic violence offences and with threatening police during her arrest. About 2.10am that morning police from Port Stephens-Hunter Police District were patrolling the Tanilba Bay foreshore…
A FAMILY-FRIENDLY ‘Picnic for Nature’ will be hosted later this month in celebration of the 40th anniversary of Tomaree National Park. Scheduled for Sunday, 20 October at Iris Moore Lookout and Picnic Area in Anna Bay the celebration features a…