February 13, 2026

Wine and taxes: only one certainty for small producers

UNDER the shade of a weeping willow on the banks of a sparkling dam, wine lovers can look out across a sprawling...

Illegal, high-power e-bikes to be crushed in crackdown

POLICE will get extra powers to seize and destroy illegal e-bikes that officials say are fuelling anti-social behaviour...

New role for Nelson Bay aviation and rugby aficionado Matthew Findlay

NELSON Bay Junior Rugby Club secretary Matthew Findlay is on the move. After a decade of sterling service, the tireless...

Grants on offer for Port Stephens creatives

PORT Stephens Council is inviting community groups, organisations and creatives to apply for Round 2 of its Community...

Peter Clough’s decades of dedication is recognised with Port Stephens Medal

LONG-time community advocate Peter Clough says he was “obviously surprised” when his name was announced as a recipient...

NSW Health offering subsidies to future health workers

UP TO $12,000 in financial support is on offer for students enrolled in medical, nursing, midwifery, dentistry...

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