StrikeZone’s Christmas wonderland set-up is delighting families. StrikeZone’s Christmas wonderland set-up is delighting families. RAYMOND Terrace StrikeZone tenpin bowl has been transformed into a Christmas wonderland complete with Santa’s grotto where parents can take their own Chrissy photos absolutely free of charge. One bemused regular commented that she thought last year’s display was great, but […]
Delicious cakes, breads, pies, sausage rolls, pasties and more are on offer at Saxby's Bakery & Cafe.
ADVERTISING FEATURE: Saxby’s Bakery & Cafe – Delicious and local for decades
SINCE 1989, Saxby’s Bakery & Cafe has served up delicious offerings to customers from throughout the Port Stephens region. “A scrumptious array of cakes, breads, pies, sausage rolls, pasties and other baked goodies are served at our comfortable cafe,” said the Saxby’s team. “Make that upcoming celebration all the more special with a cake from […]
ADVERTISING FEATURE: Hunter Valley Gardens sparkle with Christmas Lights Spectacular
Summer holiday magic at the Christmas Lights Spectacular. Summer holiday magic at the Christmas Lights Spectacular. Summer holiday magic at the Christmas Lights Spectacular. HUNTER Valley Gardens has again transformed into a glittering wonderland for the return of the Christmas Lights Spectacular until 26 January 2026. Visitors can wander through millions of dazzling lights, including […]
Four youths charged after alleged pursuit
THREE teens and a child have been charged after an alleged highway pursuit. About 6.50am on Tuesday 9 December 2025, officers attached to Port-Stephens Hunter Police District attempted to stop a vehicle on the Pacific Highway, Heatherbrae. When the vehicle allegedly failed to stop as directed, a pursuit was initiated. The vehicle allegedly continued towards […]
Marine Rescue volunteers return 800-plus boaters to safety
MARINE Rescue NSW volunteers across the state returned 823 people safely to shore during November, completing more than 370 search and rescue missions including 108 emergency responses. Acting Commissioner Todd Andrews said demand remains high for the volunteer service. “Following successive record months in September and October, our volunteers were in high demand throughout November, […]
ADVERTISING FEATURE: Family fun takes centre stage at Hawks Nest Golf Club
Junior golf clinics are on offer at the Golfie during summer holidays. Bobby C is back at the Golfie on Boxing Day from 5pm. AS the warm weather settles in and the long days stretch before us, there’s no better place to be than the Hawks Nest Golf Club. This summer, the Golfie is celebrating […]
AOC rolls out $50-million athlete funding package
SPORTING mums and retiring athletes are key targets of a $50 million funding package from the Australian Olympic Committee. It’s being hailed as the AOC’s most significant athlete-funding initiative since the buildup to the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Capitalising on a boost from its sizeable investment portfolio, the AOC will set up the $20 million Olympian […]
Nelson Bay FC stalwarts Daniel McKenzie and Peter Hamshaw were honoured with life memberships at the club’s recent AGM.
Recognition for long serving Nelson Bay player-coaches Daniel McKenzie and Peter Hamshaw
THEY don’t come more dedicated and loyal than Nelson Bay Football Club iron man Daniel McKenzie. After four decades of sterling service, the Salamander Bay native is one of the great survivors in the cauldron of the Newcastle Football Association community. There is no hint of retirement for the 46-year-old, who reached another career milestone […]
1/9 Shearwater Drive, Taylors Beach on the market with Nelson Bay Real Estate
1/9 Shearwater Drive, Taylors Beach THIS exceptional industrial shed is more than just a workspace – it’s an incredibly designed, fully equipped commercial opportunity in a prime location. Spanning 322m² on the ground floor with 163m² of mezzanine and an additional 73.5m² third-floor storage mezzanine, it offers a total entitlement of 364m² and an impressive […]
On the couch with Jasminda
DEAR Jasminda, MY husband’s Netflix viewing history shows an abnormal amount of True Crime shows, serial killer series, and murder mysteries. Should I be worried? Petra L. Dear Petra, For some strange reason, many people like having the living daylights scared out of them for relaxation. I’m not one of them, and it sounds as […]
