The 4WD Tours R Us team at the NSW Tourism Awards.
The 4WD Tours R Us team at the NSW Tourism Awards. Moonshadow – TQC Cruises took out Silver in the Major Tour & Transport Operator category. PORT Stephens tourism operators 4WD Tours R Us and Moonshadow – TQC Cruises have each received silver awards at the NSW Tourism Awards. 4WD Tours R Us was awarded […]
Alison Rogers presenting an award to one of the junior writers. Photo: Henk Tobbe.
Alison Rogers presenting an award to one of the junior writers. Photo: Henk Tobbe. Students, Rotarians and sponsors gathered at this year’s Rotary Junior Schools Writing Competition. Photo: Henk Tobbe. YOUNG imaginations took centre stage this month as the annual Rotary Junior Schools Writing Competition returned for its third year, culminating in a celebration night […]
LONG-TERM Port Stephens resident and community arts advocate Tina Summers is using her creative practice to support local women, with her latest workshop funded through Australia Post’s Community Grants program. Tina, known for helping women reconnect with their natural creativity, focuses her teaching on self-expression, exploration and using simple art processes to support emotional wellbeing. […]
Locals from the north side of Port Stephens took part by boarding the lander from the Bundabah launch area. All photos: Thomas O’Keefe. Pindimar/Tea Gardens RFS volunteers helped re-launch the lander. The deeper draft vessels can only come along the jetty. VOLUNTEERS from the Lemon Tree Passage Marine Rescue unit made a special landing at […]
Brendon displayed his 1942 Willys Jeep.
Brendon displayed his 1942 Willys Jeep. Damien with his replica 1940 BMW R71 and Royal Enfield Flying Flea. John and his 1944 Dodge weapon carrier. Donna in front of her family’s 1943 Bren carrier and Halflingers. Guy Ellis showed off his 1943 ambulance jeep. Governor Macquarie Memorial Pipe band. Spectators riding in amphibious vehicles on […]
Maggie Beer Foundation Chef Paul McDonald, Harbourside Port Stephens CEO Paul Fitzpatrick and Head Chef Tommy Slowey.
Maggie Beer Foundation Chef Paul McDonald, Harbourside Port Stephens CEO Paul Fitzpatrick and Head Chef Tommy Slowey. Head Chef Tommy Slowey and Harbourside resident Kerry Firkin. RESIDENTS, families and staff gathered at Harbourside Residential Care in Shoal Bay last week to celebrate the conclusion of its participation in the Maggie Beer Foundation’s Trainer Mentor Program. […]
‘Citrus, Stripes and Wattle’, a soft pastel on archival paper by Joanna Greenwood. ‘Boat Harbour Rocks’, a soft pastel on archival paper by Bernadette Meyers. Melanie Webb’s ‘Feminine Flora’, acrylic on canvas. BOAT Harbour artists Joanna Greenwood, Bernadette Meyers, and Melanie Webb will open their studios for “Art, Nature & Community”, a celebration of creativity, […]
NELSON Bay RSL sub-Branch is gearing up to host an event purely for enjoyment and togetherness. The Stand-Up Comedy evening on Saturday 29 November at the Nelson Bay Bowling Club isn’t a fundraiser, It’s designed to bring together defence personnel, veterans and first responders for well-earned relaxation and fun. Guests will enjoy performances from professional […]
The CWA Christmas fete is an annual tradition held in the hall on the corner of Gowrie Ave and Achilles St.
THE Nelson Bay branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) is gearing up for its much-loved Christmas Market. It will be held at the CWA Hall on the corner of Gowrie Avenue and Achilles Street on Saturday 22 November from 8.30am to 1pm. Visitors can look forward to a festive array of stalls featuring handcrafted […]
Frocked up gala dinner attendees celebrate the group’s 30 years. Founder Bev Lee cuts the birthday cake. THE Port Stephens Friendship Group (PSFG) hosted its 30th birthday recently with a spectacular black, white and silver themed event. Guests were swathed in beads, sequins, bowties and glitter, making the room at Soldiers Point Bowling Club shine […]
