December 5, 2025
Headland shuttle bus trial supported by Council
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Headland shuttle bus trial supported by Council

PORT Stephens Council has voted to support a shuttle bus trial at Tomaree Headland these Christmas holidays. At its meeting on 10 June 2025, Council resolved that the General Manager report to Council an evaluation of a shuttle bus service, including potential costs, operational options and funding models. A number of potential operational models were […]

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Top accolades for Nelson Bay FC player-coach Amber Grosser Newly-elected Nelson Bay FC president Amber Grosser was the recipient of the 2025 Northern NSW Football Local Champion Coach of the Year Award. Photo: Northern NSW Football.
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Top accolades for Nelson Bay FC player-coach Amber Grosser

TWO milestones in the space of 48 hours have put a spring in the step of hard-working Nelson Bay Football Club official Amber Grosser. After being named the Northern NSW Football Local Champion Coach of the Year at a recent Gala Dinner, the dedicated leader was elected Nelson Bay’s volunteer Club President for 2026 just […]

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Another round of PBL winners announced Week 6 PBL winners.
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Another round of PBL winners announced

THE Term 4 Week 6 winners of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) awards have been revealed. Week 6 winners: Irrawang PS: Preschool student Gracie has been nominated for displaying the community values of trust and honesty. When Gracie found a wallet on the ground, she picked it up and (with the assistance of her parents) […]

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Pros and cons after Coalition’s decision to abandon Net Zero Locally-produced renewable energy, like solar power, benefits communities.
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Pros and cons after Coalition’s decision to abandon Net Zero

ALL sectors have weighed in on the Federal Coalition’s decision to abandon Net Zero by 2050. This major tool for combatting climate change involves balancing the amount of greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere with the amount removed. Patrick Leyland, Chief Digital Officer at Populares and former Director of Digital Campaigns for the Australian Labor […]

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Local Lions Club members raise funds for annual We Care Connect Christmas Toy Appeal Raymond Terrace Lions Club members raised more than $2000 to purchase gifts for newborns through to 15-year-olds.
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Local Lions Club members raise funds for annual We Care Connect Christmas Toy Appeal

RAYMOND Terrace Lions Club is sharing the Christmas spirit by supporting those doing it tough this festive season. The “We Care Connect” annual Christmas Toy Appeal has highlighted the ever-growing number of children who need to be kept safe, warm and cared for, particularly at this time of the year. The cost of living has […]

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Busy year for Tomaree Museum Association
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Busy year for Tomaree Museum Association

THE Tomaree Museum Association (TMA) reported another productive year at its annual general meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, 19 November. Committee member Kevin McGuinness told NOTA the TMA had been busy in 2025. “Although still awaiting a permanent museum site – possibly at Tomaree Lodge – the Association held exhibitions at the Nelson Bay Visitor Information […]

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Workshops inspire action to protect Hunter’s shorebirds The workshops form part of a broader project, which supports the recovery and resilience of the Hunter Estuary Wetlands and Myall Lakes Ramsar sites.
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Workshops inspire action to protect Hunter’s shorebirds

THE NSW Government’s Local Land Services recently teamed up with BirdLife Australia and the Hunter Bird Observers Club to deliver a series of shorebird workshops aimed at inspiring greater understanding and protection of these remarkable migratory species. The ‘Securing the Sanctuaries of Ramsar and Priority Wetlands for Migratory and Marine Species’ project is funded by […]

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Tomaree Neighbourhood Centre spreads Christmas magic Salamander Bay Rotary and Tomaree Neighbourhood Centre team members: Jason, Dave, Keith, Helen, Clare and Pete.
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Tomaree Neighbourhood Centre spreads Christmas magic

Salamander Bay Rotary and Tomaree Neighbourhood Centre team members: Jason, Dave, Keith, Helen, Clare and Pete. Tomaree High School teacher Rose Potter with students Ashley and Isla. Tomaree Neighbourhood Centre volunteer Helen Dykes and manager Clare Saunders. PHOTO 4: Michael Ryan from Harvey Norman makes a donation. Tomaree Neighbourhood Centre volunteer Lynne and manager Clare […]

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Port Stephens pauses to remember veterans’ service Veterans march at Remembrance Day commemorations in Raymond Terrace. Photo: Tracey Bennett.
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Port Stephens pauses to remember veterans’ service

Veterans march at Remembrance Day commemorations in Raymond Terrace. Photo: Tracey Bennett. Veterans march at Remembrance Day commemorations in Raymond Terrace. Photo: Tracey Bennett. Veterans march at Remembrance Day commemorations in Raymond Terrace. Photo: Tracey Bennett. Veterans attended a solemn service in Karuah. Photos: Robert Whiteman. Veterans attended a solemn service in Karuah. Photos: Robert […]

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CHARITY FEATURE: Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group members at a community fundraiser.
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CHARITY FEATURE: Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group

THE TOMAREE Breast Cancer Support Group is a grassroots, self-funded organisation providing support to residents on the Tomaree Peninsula impacted by breast cancer. The group provides, free of charge: – Transport to cancer related medical appointments in Newcastle/Maitland area – House cleaning, lawn mowing, child minding (at the discretion of the committee) – Wigs, scarves […]

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