PORT Stephens Council’s new animal refuge, located in Millers Forest, will open on Tuesday, 1 October. The three year refuge contract was awarded to Iza Bren Furbabys Pty Ltd – who will trade as Port Stephens Animal Refuge – after…
THE Tomaree Headland Heritage Group will be setting up a help desk at the entry to the Tomaree Head Summit Walk during the school holidays, welcoming visitors and providing all the information needed to explore this stunning area. Among the…
AS Port Stephens beachlovers prepare to enjoy another sun-soaked summer, Hunter Surf Life Saving (HSLS) clubs planted the iconic red and yellow flags on Saturday morning to signal the start of the 2024/2025 season. From the team at Birubi Point…
A GROUP of 23 Year 9 and 10 students from St Philip’s Christian College, Port Stephens are about to embark on an eight-day journey to the Philippines, where they’ll witness how their fundraising efforts are helping families recover from a…
A CONTRACT has been awarded for the restoration and upgrade of seven houses at the Stockton Centre, which will be transformed into short-term crisis housing. Prior to its 2020 closure, the Stockton Centre provided residential accommodation for people with disabilities,…
A NEW scholarship is available to palliative care clinicians working in the Hunter New England Local Health District. Applications are now open and will close on Friday, 4 October. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for…
THE Medowie Lions Club is currently on the lookout for people aged eighteen to 30 interested in helping to establish a local Leo Club. A Leo Club is essentially a Lions Club specifically for young people. Advertise with News of…
MEET last week’s winners of Raymond Terrace Community Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) awards. – Irrawang Public School’s Evellyn demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship at a recent netball gala day. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your…
IN a groundbreaking effort to support the endangered black-necked stork population, a specially designed artificial nest has been installed in Hexham Swamp, offering hope for the species’ survival and growth. This pioneering project addresses the shortage of suitable nesting sites…
IN AN effort to improve the region’s water security, Hunter Water is rolling out a range of new leak detection technologies. Hunter Water Managing Director Darren Cleary says detecting and fixing leaks is a key priority, with recent initiatives achieving…