NEXT month’s Port Stephens Volunteer Expo will showcase the diverse range of volunteering opportunities available across the region. The Expo will take place on Wednesday 26 June from 10am – 2pm at Nelson Bay Bowling and Recreation Club, bringing together…
THE Murrook Culture Centre at Williamtown has taken out a win in the ‘Aboriginal Heritage’ category of the 2024 National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards. Held on 17 May 2024 the 30th annual awards saw a total of nineteen winning projects…
AN Upper House inquiry has been established to explore innovative opportunities for post-mining land use. “This inquiry will examine the benefits of post-mining land uses for local communities, the economy, business, industry and the broader state,” said MLC Emily Suvaal,…
SMART Parking meters became operational in Fingal Bay on Monday 13 May. This follows meters becoming operational in Nelson Bay and Shoal Bay, with a further project for meters to be installed at Birubi Beach, Anna Bay currently in the…
PORT Stephens Council has unanimously agreed to adopt its Community Wellbeing Strategy, which Mayor Ryan Palmer said provides a roadmap for improving overall wellbeing. “This Strategy represents our commitment to making Port Stephens a place where wellbeing is prioritised and…
THE Raymond Terrace Community Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) program is making an impact in the lives of students in the region. The values learned and demonstrated by local students helps build self respect, awareness and a greater sense of…
A PACKED Nelson Bay Community Hall crowd was dazzled by a recent cultural performance delivered by the Philomel of Sydney Trio and vocal soloist Jennifer Kaye. The ‘Sea Pictures’ performance was held to support the Tomaree Cultural Development Group’s fundraising…
PORT Stephens painter Nada O’Loughlin-Yonge and potter Caryl Bryars are hosting a new exhibition to be held in June at the Artisan Collective, D’Albora Marina, Nelson Bay, showcasing their passion for the region’s beauty and beyond. Nada O’Loughlin-Yonge draws inspiration…
THE Tilligerry Tennis Club will host a Biggest Morning Tea (BMT) at their Clubhouse later this month to raise funds and awareness for the Cancer Council. “As readers should be aware, cancer will personally touch about one in three of…
THE Suburbtrends ‘Rental Pain Index’ has been released for May 2024, painting a worrying picture of the escalating severity of the rental market crisis in Australia. As rental prices continue to climb and homes remain scarce, the report highlights the…