IMAGINE a lifestyle where there’s more time to enjoy the things you love, less to worry about, and a welcoming community right on your doorstep. Located in Port Stephens, Sunrise offers a refreshing approach to over-55s living, combining modern, low-maintenance homes with resort-style amenities. Sunrise is designed for those looking to downsize without compromising on […]
Positive thinking through Brain Coaching
THE power of positive thinking and self-fulfilling prophecies could be the key to building confidence, reducing stress and enjoying life more. A self-fulfilling prophecy occurs when repeated beliefs or expectations influence a person’s behaviour and, ultimately, their outcomes. For example, someone who constantly tells themselves they are no good at mathematics or technology may find […]
Acupuncture Services Expand to Raymond Terrace
MAITLAND Wellness Centre has expanded its services, opening a clinic in Raymond Terrace with two fully qualified acupuncturists registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Both practitioners hold university degrees in acupuncture, with treatments covered by most private health funds and potentially available through eligible Home Care packages. Acupuncture has a long history […]
What’s coming up at the Golfie
2026 Golf Industry Awards. RFS Charity Day was a huge success, raising funds for our much-valued local Rural Fire Service. THE excitement is building for the race that stops the nation! Join us at the Golfie on Tuesday 3 November for our Melbourne Cup celebrations. It’s shaping up to be a fantastic day, with sweeps, […]
Staying at Home for Longer: What Support at Home Can Offer
MOST of us want to stay in our own homes as we get older. The good news is that help is available to make this possible. Support at Home is a government-funded program that replaced Home Care Packages in November 2025. It can help with everyday things like cleaning, physiotherapy, getting to the doctor, or […]
White Lady Funerals Salamander Bay supporting you through every step
2 Ladies from White Lady Funerals. Photo: supplied. White Lady Funerals chapel. Photo: supplied. WHITE Lady Funerals Salamander Bay supports you through every step of funeral planning. Our goal is to manage the details so you can focus on honoring your loved one. We are available when you need us, during planning, on the day […]
ADVERTORIAL: Spring Holidays at the Golfie
Bobby C at the club from 4-7pm Book your spot for our junior golf clinics now! SPRING holidays are here, and there’s plenty happening at the Golfie to keep the whole family entertained! We’ve got Family Music Bingo every Tuesday with prizes to be won, plus everyone’s favourite Kids Only Disco Night every Thursday – […]
Spring has sprung at the Golfie!
Nathan Cole is at the Golfie for Sunday Arvo of the October long weekend 4-7pm. Photo: Supplied. Get ready for this year’s RFS ANL Charity Golf Day. Photo: Supplied. SPRING has well and truly arrived, and there’s plenty happening at the Golfie! As the days get longer and the weather warms up, we’ve got a […]
Port Stephens 4WD Tours: Adventure awaits these school holidays
FAMILIES searching for an unforgettable school holiday experience are being encouraged to discover the excitement of Port Stephens 4WD Tours, a family-owned and operated business that’s been creating memorable adventures for locals and visitors for more than 22 years. One of the region’s most popular attractions, the award-winning Unlimited Sandboarding Adventure, takes guests deep into […]
ADVERTORIAL: National Dementia Action Week
DURING Dementia Action Week, organisers and health professionals are keen to bust one of the biggest fallacies – that memory loss is simply a part of getting older. The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) president Dr Rod Martin says people should not wait until they are certain something is wrong before seeking […]
