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Karuah Public School named a finalist in reconciliation award

Karuah Public School Principal Toni Lyle (holding sign) with Elders involved in the judging of the award. Photo: KPS. KPS students engaging in Indigenous-focused class activities. Photo: KPS. Narragunnawali Awards Judging Panel members Professor Grace Sarra, Sharon Davis and Professor Joe Sambono. Photo: Tom Hoy, Wirrim Media. KARUAH Public School (KPS) has been named a […]

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Tilligerry Arts Group’s first Socktacula! Exhibition and Competition

SOMETHING sock-tacular is afoot in Lemon Tree Passage. The Tilligerry Arts Group (TAG) is launching its first Socktacula! Exhibition and Competition, a wonderfully wacky celebration of one of the humblest items in your wardrobe — the sock. This quirky and colourful event is shaping up to be an Australian first, and it’s open to all […]

Sport

Raymond Terrace Roosters claim Hunter Under 16 premiership honours

RAYMOND Terrace Roosters Junior Rugby League Club have achieved a unique premiership “three-peat” in the Hunter Junior League. Daryn Pirini’s talented Under 16 Roosters outfit were crowned Division One Boys champions for 2025 after thumping Aberdeen Tigers 40-8 in a rescheduled Grand Final tussle last Saturday at Keith Barry Oval. In doing so, the Raymond […]

Local News

State Government to convene regional advisory group

THE Premier and Minister for Regional NSW will convene an advisory group to address the challenges faced by people living and working in regional, rural and remote areas of the state. Announced at the 2025 Bush Summit, the NSW Premier’s “Rural, Remote & Regional Advisory Council” (PRRRAC) will meet twice annually with Premier Chris Minns […]

Sport

Writing the book on rugby in Nelson Bay

THE history of the game of rugby in Nelson Bay is being gathered by an eager band of local sporting enthusiasts. Although the group has been active for less than a month the response from the rugby community has been significant, with an array of articles and memorabilia received. “Our mission is to celebrate Nelson […]

Sport

Promising athletes Ashlyn, Audrey and Winter head junior talent at Raymond Terrace Athletics Centre

RECORD breaking junior athletes Ashlyn Wall, Audrey Russell and Winter Robson are tipped to shine again as Raymond Terrace Athletics Centre (RTAC) gears up for a productive 2025-26 season. The outstanding trio were success stories last campaign with their record-breaking achievements in track and field at an elite level. Nine-year-old high jumper Winter, 12-year-old race […]

Property

10 Corella Close, Salamander Bay is on the market with Nelson Bay Real Estate

New listing10 Corella Close, Salamander Bay4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 CarPrice guide: $1,300,000 to $1,400,000Open home: Saturday 6 September, 11.00am to 11.30am TUCKED away in peaceful Corella Close, this two-storey home is designed for modern living with multiple living areas, a ground-floor master suite and effortless indoor–outdoor flow. It suits families wanting space, retirees who […]

Local News

Nelson Bay Rotary Club plans garden extension to support Tomaree Hospital staff

THE Rotary Club of Nelson Bay is planning an extension to Tomaree Community Hospital Rotary Garden. It was completed two years ago and has been called an “outstanding success”. “The garden was built on a barren area adjacent to the patient wards and is in constant use by patients and visitors to the hospital,” a […]

Community, Government

Residents are demanding action on Oyster Cove Road’s potholes

Signs have been posted to warn drivers to slow down due to the dangerous conditions. Oyster Cove Road has been full of potholes for weeks now. PORT Stephens residents are once again voicing their concerns about hazardous road conditions. Oyster Cove Road has been a recent source of frustration, with potholes covering the full length […]