CLEAN up works have begun at the site of the former Anna Bay Tourist Resort site on Gan Gan Road.
After years sitting idle, the site was sold in October 2025 to the Sydney-based S & C Group.
The new owner has met with Port Stephens Council staff and confirmed that initial clean-up and improvement works have begun, including the removal of graffiti, rubbish and unusable tourist cabins.
According to Council, S & C Group has expressed a “strong commitment to working with Council and the community as they develop plans for a contemporary tourism project on the site next year”.
“They are currently establishing a communication platform to keep residents informed about progress and what’s ahead.”
Council has welcomed progress at the infamous development site, known locally as the “Anna Bay eyesore”.
“For many years, Council has heard the community’s concerns and has repeatedly sought action from the previous owners, with requests dating back to 2013,” Council said in a statement.
“This renewed activity is a welcome step forward for the Anna Bay community, many of whom have long advocated for improvements at this site.”
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