Business Hunter: Few surprises for Hunter in ‘conservative’ Budget
THERE were few surprises for the Hunter and little relief for businesses battling challenging economic conditions from a conservative NSW Budget handed down last week, according to the region’s peak business body. Business Hunter CEO Bob Hawes described Treasurer Daniel Mookhey’s third budget as “anti-climactic for the Hunter”, with the big-ticket new investments having been […]
Port Stephens NAIDOC week celebrations begin in Raymond Terrace on Thursday 3 July.
Port Stephens community comes together to launch NAIDOC Week 2025
A COMMUNITY cultural celebration and flag raising ceremony in Raymond Terrace will launch the 2025 NAIDOC Week activities across Port Stephens on Thursday 3 July. This year’s national NAIDOC Week theme, ‘The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy’, honours the powerful contributions of past generations while celebrating the leadership and resilience of young Aboriginal and […]
Snow Time in the Garden offers a range of experiences for all ages.
Advertising feature: Experience a true snow adventure at Hunter Valley Gardens
Snow Time in the Garden offers a range of experiences for all ages. Snow Time in the Garden offers a range of experiences for all ages. WINTER is a magical time in the Hunter Valley. The return of cooler weather comes with the much anticipated annual Snow Time in the Garden event, where you can […]
Teen charged after pursuit crashes at Woodberry
A TEENAGER has been charged following a pursuit and crash near Raymond Terrace last Wednesday morning. Police were called to a unit on Molly Morgan Drive, East Maitland at about 4am, following reports of a break and enter. At the scene, police were told a black Honda Jazz had been stolen from the property a […]
New paramedic interns for the Hunter
TEN new paramedic interns set to begin the on-road component of their 12-month internships in the Hunter region, taking their next steps towards becoming fully qualified paramedics. Four of the interns will be based in Hunter Zone 1, with the remaining six heading to Hunter Zone 2. Zone 1 is a smaller geographical area which […]
Scammers on prowl as Tax Time begins
A recently received scam email. A Commonwealth Bank infographic illustrates that Aussies are scam-aware, but a third of us still miss the clues. Image: CBA. THE clock is now ticking to get annual tax returns in before the 31 October deadline. Sadly, this window provides a veritable hunting ground for scammers, prompting warnings from the […]
These School Holidays the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary is open daily from 9am to 5pm (last entry at 4pm). Photo: Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary.
Advertising feature: Keep learning at the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary
THE Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary is a partnership between Port Stephens Council and Port Stephens Koala Hospital, a volunteer group that aims to provide the world best practice standards of care to sick, injured and orphaned koalas to give them the best opportunity to be returned to the wild. The Koala Sanctuary is a new […]
Grab a board and carve, slide, and race down the slopes. Photo: Guy Dixon.
ADVERTISING FEATURE: Award-winning 4WD adventures right here in Port Stephens
LOOKING for an unforgettable adventure? 4WD Tour R Us in Anna Bay delivers thrills, breathtaking landscapes, and non-stop fun and adventure. Proud recipients of the silver award for both the Major Tourist Attraction and Tour and Transport Operator at the prestigious 2024 NSW Tourism Awards, they offer outstanding experiences on the spectacular Stockton Sand Dunes […]
Nelson Bay and Port Stephens netballers primed for state titles in Sydney
PORT Stephens will parade its rising netball talent at this weekend’s State Junior Netball Championships in Sydney. Representative players from both the Nelson Bay and Port Stephens associations are primed for action at the prestigious three day carnival to be hosted by Baulkham Hills and Penrith from 5-7 July. The annual titles feature the top […]
