Supermoons are the closest to earth. Photo Greg Higgins.
Supermoons are the closest to earth. Photo Greg Higgins. The moon was 30 percent brighter than normal. Photo: Sis Higgins. SKYWATCHERS across the region looked to the heavens on Tuesday night as the biggest and brightest moon of 2025 rose over the horizon. Amateur astronomer Dennis Hughes explained to News Of The Area why the […]
Broughton Island, a fishing paradise.
ONCE a little-known NSW island, Broughton has become a ‘must visit’ destination for fishermen, boaties and day trippers. Over recent years the island has changed socially, for the better, with an influx of families rather than a domination of fishermen. Bird watching, hiking, photography, snorkelling and of course fishing are all part of the island […]
A Greek hut on Broughton Island.
IT was early in the 1900s when two Greek merchant mariners were paid off on the docks in Melbourne and headed north searching for somewhere to start a new life, hopefully somewhere that reminded them of their homeland. Nick Catsicas and Spiro Spathos agreed that Nelson Bay and Broughton Island in particular was that special […]
‘Citrus, Stripes and Wattle’, a soft pastel on archival paper by Joanna Greenwood. ‘Boat Harbour Rocks’, a soft pastel on archival paper by Bernadette Meyers. Melanie Webb’s ‘Feminine Flora’, acrylic on canvas. BOAT Harbour artists Joanna Greenwood, Bernadette Meyers, and Melanie Webb will open their studios for “Art, Nature & Community”, a celebration of creativity, […]
THE Term 4 Week 3 winners of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) awards have been revealed. Week 3 winners: Irrawang PS: Stephanie has been nominated for consistently helping others at preschool. She demonstrates patience, cooperation, and a willingness to support her peers in their learning. Stephanie greets everyone with a smile and ‘hello’, making preschool […]
THE Hunter New England Local Health District team has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to health care at the 2025 NSW Health Awards. The annual event celebrates the dedication, kindness, innovation and achievements of those who make a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of their communities. “I’m incredibly proud to celebrate the […]
DEAR Jasminda, I’ve been invited to the staff Christmas party but the people going are hard partiers and I always end up being the designated driver. I’m aware there’s an expectation for me to remain under-the-limit to ferry all the guests home. I’m thinking I might not go for this reason. Harriet L. Dear Harriet, […]
NELSON Bay RSL sub-Branch is gearing up to host an event purely for enjoyment and togetherness. The Stand-Up Comedy evening on Saturday 29 November at the Nelson Bay Bowling Club isn’t a fundraiser, It’s designed to bring together defence personnel, veterans and first responders for well-earned relaxation and fun. Guests will enjoy performances from professional […]
The CWA Christmas fete is an annual tradition held in the hall on the corner of Gowrie Ave and Achilles St.
THE Nelson Bay branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) is gearing up for its much-loved Christmas Market. It will be held at the CWA Hall on the corner of Gowrie Avenue and Achilles Street on Saturday 22 November from 8.30am to 1pm. Visitors can look forward to a festive array of stalls featuring handcrafted […]
