HUNTER Water maintains that local drinking water remains safe to drink, and “robust treatment processes continue to be effective”, following a high detection of blue green algae in a sample collected from Grahamstown Dam. The sample was collected from raw untreated water in the middle of Grahamstown Dam and contained high numbers of cyanobacteria (Microcystis), […]
Social Hub consumers enjoying an organised outing.
A NEW chapter in community care is starting in Port Stephens, with the official launch of the Taylors Beach Social Hub, a purpose-built space designed to bring joy, connection, and wellbeing to older residents of the peninsula. The innovative hub is the latest initiative from NovaCare, a well-established Hunter-based charity focused on helping seniors live […]
SCHOOLS and community groups across Port Stephens are being encouraged to put their green ideas into action, with $20,000 in funding now available through Council’s Environmental Projects Grants program. Mayor Leah Anderson said the program is all about supporting grassroots projects that make a real difference to the local environment. “We know our community is […]
DEAR News Of The Area, INCREDIBLE by nature… neglected by council. Our roads? A disgrace! Infrastructure’s crumbling yet Council’s focused on a shiny airport terminal. Wrong priorities as attracting more tourists does more road damage. Rates increased by 24 percent on 1 September so let’s hope road replacement, not just repair (hot or cold mix), […]
INDIGENOUS business owners are urged to get their registrations in to attend the NSW Aboriginal Business Roundtable. With a focus on “Walking Together to Create Cultural Tourism Experiences”, the event will be held on Thursday, 9 October at Murrook Cultural Centre on Worimi Country in partnership with Destination NSW. The free event is specifically designed […]
PORT Stephens Suicide Prevention Network (PSSPN) will be holding its annual Remembrance Walk at Iluka Reserve, Boat Harbour, on Saturday 13 September. The charity aims to increase awareness of suicide and its impacts on the community. “The tragic consequences of suicide ripple very broadly and deeply throughout our community and are felt for many, many […]
The Robinson’s farm.
The Robinson’s farm. The Robinson’s farm. EVE Ross was born in 1934 in Raymond Terrace to Joe and Grace Robinson (nee Blanch). Joe was a farmer and butcher, supplying meat, on a horse and cart, to Nelson Bay, Bobs Farm, Salt Ash and Ash Island near Hexham. Eve’s mother Grace was a nurse. In an […]
Peter Gordon was an extensive contributor to Nelson Bay Croquet Club.
THE Nelson Bay community has been shocked by the sudden passing of Peter Gordon, Captain of the Nelson Bay Croquet Club and a much-loved member of the community. Peter was drawn to the game of croquet after attending some sessions when his wife Sherry was playing. It was an activity they could enjoy together. He […]
Popular Medowie FC first grade star John Voigt was tragically killed in a road accident in Medowie on 3 August.
Popular Medowie FC first grade star John Voigt was tragically killed in a road accident in Medowie on 3 August. Medowie FC players have pledged to win the Newcastle Football Zone League Three first grade title for late teammate John Voigt. MEDOWIE Football Club personality John Voigt had a zest for life and enormous influence […]
Nelson Bay flanker Lewis Affleck drives a Singleton Red Bulls rival into the turf during the Gropers’ heartbreaking 36-29 loss.
SCONE Brumbies and Singleton Red Bulls will battle for the Hunter Suburban Men’s Rugby championship silverware this weekend. The Red Bulls overcame a gallant Nelson Bay outfit 36-29 in a crackerjack preliminary final last Saturday at Newcastle’s No 2 Sportsground, to advance to the 2025 President’s Cup decider. In a game of fluctuating fortunes, the […]
