THIS week around the western region of Port Stephens students were recognised for their positive contribution to the community and their schools through the Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) program. Sue Holloway, PBL coordinator at Grahamstown Public School, told News…
THE Medowie Probus Club will be celebrating its 20th birthday in July 2023 with a lunch at The Greenhouse Eatery at the Dunes, Medowie. 9 July marks the 20th anniversary of the Club, with the inaugural Foundation meeting held on…
SALAMANDER Early Education, also known as Salamander Child Care Centre, is a not-for-profit centre committed to providing children with a safe space where they can play, learn and grow on Worimi land. News Of The Area spoke with the team…
IN MARCH, Port Stephens Council voted unanimously to revoke its 2020 Environment and Climate Change Policies. Council then adopted revised versions which, according to Climate Action Port Stephens (CAPS), are substantially improved. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
DESPITE having recently outlaid almost than $2.8m to extend and modernise his centre, Strikezone Raymond Terrace tenpin bowl owner Neville Marchbank is determined to keep the sport and associated entertainment areas affordable for families. This week he detailed numerous inexpensive…
LOCATED at Newcastle airport, Fighter World has been operating for more than 30 years and is a totally ‘hands on’ experience. Visitors can walk-around, touch and view some of Australia’s most iconic aircraft and enjoy the added benefit of sitting…
THIS school holidays, enjoy family fun and connect to nature at the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens. Children’s Discovery Day – 4 July, 10am Claim your exclusive discount when you book your tickets online. The day is designed for learning about…
PORT Stephens Council have been urged to seek a Ramsar listing for the Mambo and Wanda Wetlands Reserves, in the hopes that this international status will yield greater benefits in protecting and maintaining these important areas of local ecology. The…
BELINDA Peachey is happy spending her time up to her elbows in mud – well, clay anyway. A member of the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre’s pottery group, Belinda has found investing time in pottery has led her to exploring…
THE Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) has approved Port Stephens Council’s application for a Special Rate Variation (SRV) of 9.5 percent each year for the next three years. The SRV will come into effect from 1 July 2023, Advertise…