ROCKY Point is one of the best kept fishing secrets in Port Stephens. Accessible by both 4×4 and boat, this rocky outcrop and the surrounding beaches and bays have a fascinating history of fishing, lobstering and the mining of shell grit. Big Rocky, as the name suggests, is a big rocky outcrop just far enough […]
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Canadian author Yann Martel in conversation with ABC Radio National’s Claire Nichols, live from Tomaree Library and Community Centre. Photo: Nico Lombardo
Canadian author Yann Martel in conversation with ABC Radio National’s Claire Nichols, live from Tomaree Library and Community Centre. Photo: Nico Lombardo Thanks to Live and Local livestreams, book enthusiasts can follow the Festival for free without having to go to Sydney. Photo: Sydney Writers’ Festival. THE 2026 edition of the Sydney Writers’ Festival has […]
Cr Jason Wells, MP Kate Washington, MP Meryl Swanson and President of the Port Stephens Family History Society Robyn Wells, at the start of the Soundtrail. Photo: Nico Lombardo.
Cr Jason Wells, MP Kate Washington, MP Meryl Swanson and President of the Port Stephens Family History Society Robyn Wells, at the start of the Soundtrail. Photo: Nico Lombardo. Plaques and QR codes are placed at key locations to inform visitors, including at the Centenary Gate near Diggers Drive. Photo: Nico Lombardo. AN innovative, first […]
Up until the mid-1980s oysters were grown right throughout the Port.
CONTINUED expansion of the Australian colonies placed increased pressure on the building industry, which relied heavily on lime for mortar for stone buildings. It was well known that oyster shells could be burned to produce the lime – cheap and in ample supply. At first only the empty shells of eaten oysters were used but […]
Judy Hunter in front of her ocean pool paintings. Photo: Nico Lombardo.
Judy Hunter in front of her ocean pool paintings. Photo: Nico Lombardo. Anne McLaughlin showing her paintings depicting the Port Stephens and Tilligerry area. Photo: Nico Lombardo A NEW exhibition titled “The Artist Next Door” was just unveiled at the Artisan Collective Port Stephens, an artist-run gallery situated in d’Albora Marina, Nelson Bay. The exhibition […]
6 Marty Avenue, Salamander Bay6 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car OPPORTUNITIES like this are rare – an incredibly versatile home, ideal for potential dual-income living, extended families, or investors looking to maximise returns. Set on a flat 647m² block with vehicle access to the rear, this spacious property offers a flexible layout with up to […]
Port Stephens Military Brotherhood Motorcycle Club members lead the march. Photo: Robert Whiteman.
Port Stephens Military Brotherhood Motorcycle Club members lead the march. Photo: Robert Whiteman. Port Stephens Military Brotherhood Motorcycle Club members lead the march. Photo: Robert Whiteman. A solemn and well-attended Dawn Service was held at Karuah Memorial Park. Photo: Robert Whiteman. Karuah RSL sub-Branch members at the RSL club. Photo: Robert Whiteman. ON the 111th […]
Raymond Terrace RSL sub-Branch President Victor Jones. Photo: Amanda Green.
Raymond Terrace RSL sub-Branch President Victor Jones. Photo: Amanda Green. The ceremony was hosted by the Raymond Terrace RSL sub-branch. Photo: Nico Lombardo. The traditional ANZAC Day March led by Raymond Terrace RSL sub-Branch member Robert Colgan-Gore. Photo: Nico Lombardo. Hunter River High School Captains Eva Mansfield and Cooper Boulton. Photo: Amanda Green. Abigail Carlos […]
The RAAF flyover. Photo: Leah Anderson.
The 2026 Anzac Day ceremony at Nelson Bay featured a prominent Catafalque Party, a mounted guard of honour, as part of the traditional commemorative services. Photo: Jacie Whitfield. Veterans lead the march to the Anzac Day service. Photos: Leah Anderson. Veterans lead the march to the Anzac Day service. Photos: Leah Anderson. […]
