September 15, 2026

Police seize 36 illegal e-bikes under new legislation

The first operation targeting illegal e-bikes saw 36 e-bikes seized. Photo: NSW Police Force. The first operation...

Powered vessel-free zones here to stay at popular local beaches

BEACHGOERS in Port Stephens are set for safer summers, with vessel-free zones for powered craft here to stay at popular...

Science week sparks curiosity at Medowie Christian School

Students awed by science week activities and experiments Students launching a rocket ship SCIENCE bubbled out of the...

Illuminate 2026 set to light up Raymond Terrace

ILLUMINATE Raymond Terrace 2026 will again light up Boomerang Park on Saturday, 19 September. The free community...

Port Stephens rescuers help locals respond to wildlife emergencies

WITH spring under way, wildlife is on the move across Port Stephens and local rescuers are gearing up for one of their...

Strong demand for new Medowie High School

MORE than 130 Year 7 students are set to make history at the opening of the new Medowie High School early next year...

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