DEAR Jasminda, I’m thinking of getting an ice bath for stress relief. Do you have any views on this? Gavin H. Oh, Gavin, Sometimes I read a conundrum and my first thought is, yes, I have views on this, but do you really want to know them? I have no qualifications in ice-bath therapy, so […]
New Listing55 Wanda Avenue, Salamander Bay5 Bed, 3 Bath, 3 CarContact Agent LOOKING for a spacious home to make your own? This substantial four-to-five bedroom residence offers room to grow, create and enjoy, with generous proportions and flexible living across three well-designed levels. The top two floors accommodate the bedroom and study spaces, with three […]
Stunning waterway vistas abound in Camden Haven. Stunning waterway vistas abound in Camden Haven. Stunning waterway vistas abound in Camden Haven. IF you’re looking for your next holiday spot, Camden Haven should be at the top of your list. It’s relaxed, beautiful, and full of those little local gems that make you never want to […]
AN emergency meeting will be held on Monday, 1 December to decide the future of the Tomaree Residents and Ratepayers Association (TRRA). At the Annual General Meeting of the TRRA on 20 October, there were insufficient nominations to form a committee for the 2025–26 year. “Without a functioning committee, TRRA cannot continue to operate,” the […]
The area covered by the Salamander Bay Place Plan and the adjoining wetlands. Image: Council’s Place Plan.
CONSERVATIONISTS continue to express concerns over the impact of future housing development outlined in the draft Salamander Bay Place Plan on the Mambo-Wanda Wetlands. Port Stephens Council’s report on the Salamander Bay Place Plan, which responds to previously raised concerns, is set to be discussed at council’s 25 November meeting. The Place Plan provides a […]
Santa with locals and visiting superheroes at a previous Terrace Central Community Christmas Day event.
RAYMOND Terrace is gearing up for two massive festive weekends, all in support of a worthy local cause. First up is the Terrace Central Community Christmas Day event on Saturday, 22 November, followed by the RDA Superhero Dinner Dance on Saturday, 29 November. Rotary Club of Raymond Terrace Events Manager Adam Nicholas said Saturday’s Christmas […]
Sophie Bradbery (left) pictured with her mother Jodi Cassar and in-laws Kristy Bradbery and Nathan Bradbery at the awards night.
Port Stephens Netball ambassador Sophie Bradbery was a joint winner of Netball NSW Community Volunteer of the Year Award with Bathurst’s Julia Morrissey. Sophie Bradbery (left) pictured with her mother Jodi Cassar and in-laws Kristy Bradbery and Nathan Bradbery at the awards night. WHEN local netballer Sophie Bradbery lost her brother Nicholas Johnson to suicide […]
The Junior Girls sprinters who won gold in the 4 x 100m relay final at the Port Hunter Zone Athletics Championships: Scarlett Lodge, 9; Matilda Shawyer, 10; Evie Gentle, 11, and Winter Robson, 10,
EMERGING race walker Audrey Russell has continued her record breaking feats on the athletics track. Audrey, 14, was one of four Raymond Terrace Athletics Centre prospects to smash records last weekend at the annual Port Hunter Zone Athletics Championships at Mallabula Sports Complex. Competing in hot conditions, the talented junior underlined her potential when she […]
Shaun Shelley (right) received the trophy for Club Person of the Year from outgoing president Todd Giles.
NELSON Bay Football Club talisman Shaun Shelley can boast a long list of accolades from his career in the Newcastle Football competition scene. One of his proudest-ever achievements was being named the Bay’s 2025 Club Person of the Year in recognition of his magnificent service both on and off the field. Shelley was a deserved […]
