April 24, 2026
402 Gan Gan Road, Boat Harbour
Property

402 Gan Gan Road, Boat Harbour

402 Gan Gan Road, Boat Harbour  OPPORTUNITIES like this are few and far between. Set on approximately 3.2 hectares (around eight acres), this unique parcel of land offers space, privacy, and an exceptional coastal position just moments from some of Port Stephens’ most loved beaches. With dual street frontage to both Gan Gan Road and […]

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Youth Centre’s mural workshop raises housing awareness The Deck Youth Centre team posing in front of the mural painted by their community. Photo: Nico Lombardo.
Event

Youth Centre’s mural workshop raises housing awareness

HOMELESSNESS is a reality that affects adults and young people alike. Yet Port Stephens, despite having a significant population of children facing homelessness, does not have a youth shelter. On 15 April, Port Stephens Family and Neighbourhood Services, a not-for-profit organisation helping disadvantaged youth, held a mural painting workshop at The Deck in Raymond Terrace. […]

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John ‘Stinker’ Clarke shares his fishing expertise during Port Stephens talk John ‘Stinker’ Clarke showing the kind of fish you can catch in Port Stephens if you know where to look. Photo: Nico Lombardo.
Fishing

John ‘Stinker’ Clarke shares his fishing expertise during Port Stephens talk

JOHN “Stinker” Clarke has lived in Port Stephens for more than 50 years and can hardly remember a time when he wasn’t fishing. To him, it’s not just a hobby, but an entire way of life. Equipped with a lifetime of knowledge and local expertise, Stinker shared all his best tips in a talk at […]

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Exhibition features found and ‘upcycled’ materials Kate Wilkie posing in front of her cicada wings and echidna quills jewellery line. Photo by Nico Lombardo.
Event

Exhibition features found and ‘upcycled’ materials

THE Port Stephens Community Arts Centre is currently featuring the work of artist Kate Wilkie. Kate has contributed to countless exhibitions in the centre since 2007. She is a Visual Art and Design Technology teacher and was Technical Supervisor of the painting studio at Sydney College of the Arts for over eight years. “I’m mainly […]

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Stinker’s Fishin’: Kayaker heads north
Fishing

Stinker’s Fishin’: Kayaker heads north

KAYAK fishing is becoming increasingly popular and in the current fuel crisis it all makes good sense. I’m finding kayak fishers heading further to sea in the quest for snapper and kingfish. It is surprising for me in “Stinkpot” when I’m out bobbing around in front of the Fingal lighthouse to hear someone say “G’day […]

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Anzac exhibition returns to Nelson Bay The exhibition features a fascinating collection of maps, compasses, uniforms, and other artefacts.
Entertainment

Anzac exhibition returns to Nelson Bay

THE Tomaree Museum Association will present an Anzac Memorabilia Exhibition at the Port Stephens Visitor Information Centre at Nelson Bay from 11 April to 11 May. The free exhibition showcases the part Port Stephens and Newcastle played in defending the area in World War Two (WWII). It features a fascinating collection of maps, compasses, uniforms, […]

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83/1a Tomaree Street, Nelson Bay is on the market with Nelson Bay Real Estate
Property

83/1a Tomaree Street, Nelson Bay is on the market with Nelson Bay Real Estate

83/1a Tomaree Street, Nelson Bay3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 CarPrice: $1,250,000 EXPERIENCE unparalleled luxury at this opulent penthouse apartment on Tomaree Street, Nelson Bay. Built for those who appreciate the finer things in life, this residence offers an impressive 436m2 of living space, including expansive balconies perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The open-plan design is […]

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Historic ferry hosts modern-day long lunch experience The Original Tea Gardens Ferry has served the Port Stephens and Myall Coast communities for over 30 years. Photo: supplied.
Event, Food

Historic ferry hosts modern-day long lunch experience

The Original Tea Gardens Ferry has served the Port Stephens and Myall Coast communities for over 30 years. Photo: supplied. Diners Jenny Crossey, Pauline Shein and Kim Smith enjoying Tillermans’ custom-branded wines during the long lunch on Sunday. Photo: Jacie Whitfield. A MULTICULTURAL long lunch with a difference drew strong local support over the weekend, […]

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Stinker’s Fishin’: The answer is fishing The ‘Karingal Kids’ in action.
Fishing

Stinker’s Fishin’: The answer is fishing

AS the world continues to spin faster, it is becoming increasingly important that we find something that will slow it down. Something outdoors, surrounded by nature with no pressures. A recreation that exposes us to the beauty that surrounds us plus offers family engagement. We may even be rewarded with a contribution to the evening […]

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