June 5, 2026

Positive Behaviour for Learning awards Term 2 Week 6

HERE are the winners of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) awards for Term 2 Week 6. Irrawang Public School: Mikaylah...

Index compares connectivity quality across NSW regions

THE NSW Government has released an online tool for comparing connectivity quality across the state, producing some...

Medowie Town Centre Masterplan finally endorsed by Port Stephens Council

MEDOWIE will finally get its own town centre, with a final masterplan endorsed by Council during its 26 May meeting. The...

Port Stephens Council considers EV charging stations to attract more visitors

PORT Stephens Council is exploring the idea of electric vehicle chargers in the area, noting market trends and economic...

Celebrating 40 years of the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens

Cr Roz Armstrong, Cr Giacomo Arnott, Professor Tim Roberts, MP Kate Washington, Botanic Gardens founding member Kevin...

Magpies ‘swoop’ into top spot in national bird count

THE results of the 12th national bird count are in, with the Australian Magpie taking out top spot. The Aussie Bird...

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