HUNTER WATER is strengthening support for customers who may be affected by cost-of-living increases, with a range of assistance programs and support services available. Kylie Bennett has led Hunter Water’s customer assistance team for thirteen years. Advertise with News of…
PORT Stephens Council has unanimously supported a new ‘Place Plan’ for the Port Stephens Hinterland. The Hinterland Place Plan was developed in partnership with the local community and reflects their values and priorities, outlining actions to improve the liveability and…
IF there’s one thing that Fiona Brown wants people to take away from her new book, it’s this: live your life without regret. Fiona is a remarkable and accomplished figure in the Port Stephens community. Advertise with News of The…
BUSINESS Port Stephens (BPS) recognised many years ago that if the township of Nelson Bay was to remain looking the way the community expected it to, they would need to instigate a program which would tackle the task. Working in…
IT’S the time of year when we open up our hearts, and The Salvation Army and NGM Group are asking locals to help spread joy by donating a gift to the Salvos annual Christmas Toy Drive Appeal. Now in its…
105 YEARS on since the Armistice that ended fighting with Germany in World War I, heartfelt ceremonies were held around Port Stephens on Saturday in commemoration of Remembrance Day, a chance to acknowledge those who died while serving in wars,…
SPECIAL congratulations go to all the Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) Award nominees for the week. Sarah Foister, PBL coordinator for Karuah Public School told News Of The Area, “At Karuah Public School, Positive Behaviour for Learning continues to bring…
PORT Stephens tourism operators were well represented among the winners at the NSW Tourism Industry Awards. There were celebrations all around as renowned cruise operator Moonshadow-TQC Cruises was awarded gold at the 2023 NSW Tourism Awards held on Wednesday 8…
THE Royal Australian Navy (RAN) service of Medowie Probus Club member Keith Bailey was the topic of a recent meeting of the club, presented by fellow member Ann Tomlinson. The presentation centred on when Keith was a Lieutenant Commander in…
BEFORE those gathered at Saturday’s Nelson Bay Remembrance Day service, Port Stephens Legacy members unveiled a commemorative plaque celebrating 100 years of the organisation. For the past century Legacy has supported the widows and children of Australia’s servicemen and women.…