HUNTER Water has announced the eighteen recipients of its 2024 ‘Love Water’ Grants program, awarding over $125,000 for the program’s fifth year. The announcement follows a significant number of applications in various areas, from schools and pre-schools to community groups…
RAYMOND Terrace residents again suffered vandalism incidents over the last long weekend, with motorbikes appearing to be the cause of damage to the Boomerang Park off-leash dog area. Following previous incidents, barriers were installed to prevent vehicles from entering the…
ANYONE considering nominating for the 2024 Local Government election in Port Stephens is encouraged to learn more about the responsibilities of representing the community at an upcoming information session. Port Stephens Council is hosting a Candidate Information Session from 5:30pm…
PORT Stephens Council is exploring traditional ways to safeguard property from bushfire. Over the next two months, Port Stephens Council will work with the Worimi Local Aboriginal Land Council, Hunter Local Land Services and Firesticks to deliver a series of…
FOLLOWING the documented removal of multiple trees from private properties in Port Stephens in recent weeks, and subsequent community outcry, Council has provided some clarification on the rules. Brock Lamont, Strategy and Environment Section Manager at Port Stephens Council told…
A FUR SEAL has decided to take a break from rough seas and enjoy the calm waters of Shoal Bay. To the delight of locals the seal has been seen cruising in the shallows and taking a quick sunbathe on…
THE RAYMOND Terrace Community Preschool held an open day on Sunday 2 June to commemorate the 60th anniversary of operation from its current site at 3 Sketchley Street. The community preschool is the oldest running in the Port Stephens area.…
THE Positive Behavior for Learning (PBL) Program continues to uphold strong community values and instil them in future generations. Raymond Terrace Public School Principal Salena Langholz told News Of The Area, “Raymond Terrace Public School are proud members of Raymond…
WHILE the majority of the Nelson Bay pedestrian overpass on Victoria Parade was removed months ago, the final steps are now underway to remove the remaining structure. The Public Domain Plan for Nelson Bay adopted by Port Stephens Council in…
ART styles old and new will be on display during a Modern Contemporary and Spinners and Weavers showcase exhibition at the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre until 9 July. “The modern contemporary arts exhibition is a dynamic showcase of artistic…