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 […]
Longevity strategist Marcus Pearce.
LONGEVITY strategist Marcus Pearce believes that the secret to a long, happy and purposeful life, lies not in genetics or miracle diets but in purpose, movement and connection – the true “superfoods” of healthy ageing. He is bringing his message of vitality and longevity to Latitude One in Anna Bay on Saturday 8 November, in […]
The two Daves on the water, preparing to cover 400kms to help improve men’s mental health.
The two Daves on the water, preparing to cover 400kms to help improve men’s mental health. Brothers in arms for a fundraising cause: Dave Wright, Damien Hamilton and Dave Hobbs. A GROUP of determined paddlers is set to tackle the mighty Murray River again for a cause close to their hearts. The Port Stephens team, […]
FOR more than 37 years, the Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal has been at the heart of Australian Christmas giving and this year the need is greater than ever. Hundreds of thousands of families across the country are doing it tough and 760,000 children are living in poverty. Kmart Salamander Bay store is inviting locals to […]
Over 300 people attended the fundraising event. Photo: TBCSG.
OVER 300 people gathered on 8 October for the Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group’s annual fundraising breakfast. The event featured food, balloons, champagne and a raffle, all to raise funds to support those affected by breast cancer. Ronald McDonald House’s Kerryn Scully attended the event, speaking about the important services they provide to sick children […]
jupiter exceeded its consultation target for the entire year by September.
jupiter exceeded its consultation target for the entire year by September. The youth charity offers a number of initiatives for young people outside of the counselling room. PORT Stephens’ leading youth mental health service, “jupiter – space to talk”, is urging the community to secure tickets for its Mask Up for Mental Health gala dinner […]
Representatives from volunteer and professional government response agencies formed a comprehensive panel of expertise. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe.
Karuah locals getting emergency-ready. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Red Cross volunteers from the Myall Coast, Port Stephens and Hunter regions helped make the workshop a success. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. Representatives from volunteer and professional government response agencies formed a comprehensive panel of expertise. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe. RESIDENTS from all over Karuah contributed to […]
Black-and-white category winner ‘A break from the hustle and bustle’ by Elsbeth Klarenbeek.
Black-and-white category winner ‘A break from the hustle and bustle’ by Elsbeth Klarenbeek. Colour photo category winner ‘Gateway to the future’ by Heather Colgate. Creative/Altered Reality category winner: Peter Barnard for his photo ‘The Bridge’. THE transformative power of photography takes centre stage at the Tomaree Peninsula Photography Club’s annual exhibition “Click” to be held […]
