AFTER sharing space with another lodge for several years, the members of Masonic Lodge Cornucopia have celebrated a homecoming of sorts, as they returned to hosting their meetings at the Tomaree Community Centre. “We had met in that location for…
THREATENED Species Day will be observed around the country on September 7, raising awareness of plants and animals at risk of extinction. According to the NSW Department of Environment, Australia is home to more than 500,000 animal and plant species,…
LAST week, Bobs Farm Public School was the first cab off the rank in a program to educate students in Port Stephens about the amazing annual migration of birds from the northern hemisphere to the Hunter wetlands. Members of the…
THE Lions Club of Raymond Terrace hold an annual Biggest High Tea event to raise funds for the Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation (LCCRF). This year, a ‘Quilt for a Cure’ is also being raffled, with profits going to the…
PRE-POLL voting in the Port Stephens Council election opens on Saturday, 7 September. There are only two places residents can cast an early vote. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone…
IN support of a close friend recently diagnosed with brain cancer, Nelson Bay local David Wright has decided to take on the Massive Murray Paddle – a five day, 415 kilometre (km) paddling adventure race down the Murray River. Described…
TO mark 60 years of existence, the Fingal Bay Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) held a three-day celebration from Friday 23 to Sunday 25 August. The Club was established on 23 August 1964 when locals recognised the need for a…
HUNTER Water has commenced remediation efforts to help protect the eroding river banks of the Williams River, spanning from Seaham to Clarence Town. “The Williams River is an important asset to our community, and its preservation is crucial for both…
ANOTHER round of young people have been celebrated as part of the Raymond Terrace Community Positive Behaviour for Learning Program (PBL) program. Last week’s nominees received their awards at a ceremony at MarketPlace Raymond Terrace. Advertise with News of The…
FORMER police officer Hugh Boyd has found a way to transform trauma and pain into kindness and inspiration through a free men’s initiative called ‘When No One’s Watching, Port Stephens’ (WNOW). A men’s group which focuses on improving mental health…