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The Write Direction: What’s in it for us?
IT was US President Kennedy that said voters should think about what is good for their country rather than the selfish option of asking “what’s in it for me”. I don’t know if my fellow Aussies are that way inclined at present, so I set my thought processes to look harder at what is being […]
Take Council’s Community Satisfaction Survey
PORT Stephens residents are invited to provide feedback on Council’s facilities and services through the 2025 Community Satisfaction Survey. Mayor Leah Anderson said the annual Community Satisfaction Survey provides an important opportunity for Council to learn what the community thinks is working well and those areas that need improvement. “The feedback from the community helps […]

‘Mountain to climb’ for PM as Labor ascends in polling
A LABOR majority is becoming increasingly likely as the prime minister declares he’s in for the long haul, but a vast number of voters remain undecided. Recent polls show Labor gaining momentum, widening the two-party preferred gap and putting a majority government in reach as the coalition campaign falters. Labor is ahead 54.5 to 45.5 […]
New clubhouses unveiled at Ingenia over 55s communities
OVER 55s communities Ingenia Lifestyle Element in Fullerton Cove and Natura in Bobs Farm have unveiled new multimillion-dollar resident clubhouses. Ingenia’s Executive General Manager Acquisitions and Development Michael Rabey said he was excited to celebrate the opening of the resident clubhouses, both of which were designed to draw on the natural beauty of the region. […]

Council trialling hot coal bin at Little Beach
PORT Stephens Council is addressing the issue of discarded hot coals in popular public spaces with the launch of a hot coal bin trial at Little Beach. The dedicated bin is being trialled during the busy Easter and Anzac Day long weekends, a period known for increased BBQ activity in the area. “This hot coal […]
Winners named in Tea Gardens’ second biennial Anderson Art Award
ARTISTIC talent from across the country was celebrated at the official opening of the 2nd Biennial Anderson Art Award (AAA) at The Gallery in Tea Gardens on Saturday 12 April. The venue, which is home to the artists known as Galleries in the Garden (GiG), was packed with guests perusing the walls as they enjoyed […]

Free nutritional webinar for Port Stephens families
NUTRIONIST Melanie Peers will host a free educational webinar in May, tackling the topic of fussy eating in children. Ms Peers was the recipient of a $1000 International Women’s Day scholarship from Port Stephens Council in 2025. She entered the scholarship program in the hope of securing funds to help parents feel less alone and […]
Ten candidates to contest Paterson as ballot positions locked-in
Rod Holding (Independent). Photo: FB. Meryl Swanson (Labor). Photo: FB. Arnon Wither (Pauline Hanson’s One Nation). Photo: FB. Philip Penfold (Independent). Photo: FB. Paul Johns (Greens). Photo: FB. Laurence Antcliff (Liberals). Photo: FB. Sandra Lyn Briggs (Family First). Photo: Family First website. April Maree Scott (Independent). Photo: FB. Peter N Arena (Trumpet of Patriots). Photo: […]

Raymond Terrace social houses to be converted to affordable townhouses
THREE ageing social houses on Phillip Street, Raymond Terrace are to be transformed into 13 two-bedroom townhouses, supporting approximately 32 people to access affordable housing. Following DA approval from Port Stephens Council, the project will be delivered by Hume Housing, through a $6million investment from the Federal Government through the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) […]