The team at Nelson Bay Carpet Court. Have you spotted their vehicles around town? The team at Nelson Bay Carpet Court. Have you spotted their vehicles around town? The team at Nelson Bay Carpet Court. Have you spotted their vehicles around town? FOR the past 25 years, the team at family-run Nelson Bay Carpet Court […]
ADVERTISING FEATURE: Camden Haven shines every weekend
There’s no need to wait for a long weekend to visit the Camden Haven. Dunbogan Boatshed and Marina is one of those places where you can slow down. EVERY year when the June long weekend rolls around, we see visitors heading to the Camden Haven for everything it has to offer. But why save it […]
The mission of the charity is to help students and families experiencing financial hardship by providing them with backpacks and the essential school supplies.
The Backpack Venture: On a mission to support students and families
THE Backpack Venture is a charity started and operated from Port Stephens. The mission of the charity is to help students and families experiencing financial hardship by providing them with backpacks and the essential school supplies. This can only be achieved thanks to the generosity and support of communities, businesses such as Officeworks, other charities […]
Talks will be offered on bonsai, succulents, orchids, native ponds, grevilleas, rainforests, bush foods, birds and bees.
ADVERTISING FEATURE: Celebrate Botanic Gardens Day in the Hunter
HUNTER Region Botanic Gardens is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026, so Botanic Gardens Day (Aust/NZ) commemorations are extra special this year. The Gardens will host a free community event on Sunday, 24 May, with a range of activities on offer for all nature lovers. “Our Art Space Gallery has many of our archival photos […]
ADVERTISING FEATURE: Get your golf on at Hawks Nest this May
Local musician Ewald is back, playing live at the club for Mother’s Day. The Police & Community Charity Golf Day was a huge success. AS the days get a little cooler, things at the Hawks Nest Golf Club are only heating up. After a huge Easter period filled with kids discos, family music bingo, the […]
ADVERTISING FEATURE: Truly personalised care with White Lady Funerals Salamander Bay
Funeral Director Nadine Stone. The White Lady chapel. GUIDED by a deep sense of purpose, the women of White Lady Funerals Salamander Bay approach every family with a compassion that extends far beyond their professional roles. Their work is grounded in the belief that every life deserves to be honoured with gentleness, dignity and intention. […]
For over 40 years, Harbourside Port Stephens has been a trusted, local, community-driven organisation dedicated to providing quality, affordable aged care in Port Stephens.
ADVERTISING FEATURE: Navigating the changes of the Support at Home program
For over 40 years, Harbourside Port Stephens has been a trusted, local, community-driven organisation dedicated to providing quality, affordable aged care in Port Stephens. For over 40 years, Harbourside Port Stephens has been a trusted, local, community-driven organisation dedicated to providing quality, affordable aged care in Port Stephens. IN November 2025, the Australian Government introduced […]
ADVERTISING FEATURE: Change your habits with Australian Brain Coaching
SLEEP and anxiety often affect each other, especially as we get older. Poor sleep can make you feel more worried or restless, and feeling anxious can make it harder to fall asleep or stay asleep. This cycle can be frustrating, but there is encouraging news. By improving your sleep, you may also reduce anxiety, and […]
Once complete, the boutique community will feature a total of 112 architect-designed homes in a green, landscaped setting.
ADVERTISING FEATURE: Final homes at Blueheath close to sell-out
Once complete, the boutique community will feature a total of 112 architect-designed homes in a green, landscaped setting. Once complete, the boutique community will feature a total of 112 architect-designed homes in a green, landscaped setting. LOCAL downsizers are being urged to act quickly to secure one of the final homes at Blueheath at the […]
ADVERTISING FEATURE: New Building Health Evaluation service launches in the Hunter Valley
The service is led locally from Paterson by Cain Gorfine. A Building Health Evaluation involves professional testing and inspection of a property using specialised equipment to measure humidity levels, moisture content and environmental conditions inside the building. A SPECIALISED building health service that has helped hundreds of homes and businesses across the Mid North Coast […]
