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Two big weekends in Raymond Terrace

RAYMOND Terrace is gearing up for two massive festive weekends, all in support of a worthy local cause. First up is the Terrace Central Community Christmas Day event on Saturday, 22 November, followed by the RDA Superhero Dinner Dance on Saturday, 29 November. Rotary Club of Raymond Terrace Events Manager Adam Nicholas said Saturday’s Christmas […]

Community

Committee to investigate service delivery in regional NSW

A PARLIAMENTARY committee has launched an inquiry into the delivery of government-funded services in regional NSW. The Committee on Investment, Industry and Regional Development will investigate the “oversight, management and accountability of service provision” in the state’s regions. The Committee will look into issues such as: ● current performance measurements, accountability mechanisms, monitoring metrics, and […]

Community

Top Blokes wrap up fundraising challenge

THE TOP Blokes Foundation has wrapped up its ”Lift the Load” challenge with over $500,000 raised by the end of October to support men’s mental health programs. The foundation challenged people to carry 10kg for 50km throughout the month, representing the heavy burden men carry during mental health struggles. “Putting on a vest isn’t just […]

Community, Police

Suspicious bushfires endanger North Arm Cove

This fire started very close to the road, in a drainage gully. Photo: NACCAi. Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire thanks to locals raising the alarm. Photo: NACCAi. ARSON is the suspected cause of several recent fires in the North Arm Cove area, which have followed a pattern of regularity that locals find difficult […]

Community, School

Wirreanda Public School to celebrate 40 years of learning, growth, and connection

THIS year marks a major milestone for Wirreanda Public School, with the Medowie community celebrating 40 years of learning, growth, and connection. Since opening its doors, the school has transformed into a thriving, modern hub of education and community life. “Our story is one of growth, community, and the shared goal of helping every child […]

Community, Event, Health

Longevity expert to discuss how purpose, movement and connection are the ‘superfoods’ of healthy ageing

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 […]

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Stinker’s History: The Blanch family

FROM the earliest arrivals Edward and Maria, the Blanch family grew in 1839 with the arrival, on board “Cornwall”, of their sons from Kent England, John, George, Stephen and Edward. The Blanch family are truly remarkable: hard working, highly respected and many in number. So extensive in fact that I am unable to write a […]

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Port Stephens Community Arts Centre showcases local creativity in ‘Just Wild’ exhibition

The Wild Wetlands artwork is a combination of painted images and collage created by members of the PSCAC art groups Rhaine Clayton’s work features in PSCAC’s latest exhibition THE Port Stephens Community Arts Centre (PSCAC) is celebrating local creativity with its latest exhibition ‘Just Wild’. The exhibition showcases the vibrant and imaginative talents of community […]

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Another round of PBL winners announced

THE Term 4 Week 2 winners of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) awards have been revealed. Week 1 winners: Irrawang PS: Kaleyce has been nominated for her care, kindness and compassion for others. She goes out of her way to include others and shows great empathy when they are sad, lonely or having a difficult […]

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Water quality remains high at Port Stephens beaches

THE 2025 State of the Beaches Report has revealed the water quality of swimming spots has improved, thanks to a year of average-to-below average rainfall across NSW. Out of the 249 sites across NSW, water quality has improved at 23 swimming sites, while a further 179 kept their high score of ‘good’ to ‘very good’. […]