December 17, 2025
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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Another boost for Hunter-to-Asia connectivity Politicians, Jetstar and Airport representatives announce the new route.
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Another boost for Hunter-to-Asia connectivity

IN A boost for the region’s global connectivity, Jetstar has introduced a new flight service from Newcastle to Singapore, via Bali. From 29 March 2026, Jetstar will operate direct services between Newcastle and Bali on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, with all four weekly Jetstar flights to continue on to Singapore, via a 90-minute stop […]

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Supermoon lights up Australian skies Supermoons are the closest to earth. Photo Greg Higgins.
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Supermoon lights up Australian skies

Supermoons are the closest to earth. Photo Greg Higgins. The moon was 30 percent brighter than normal. Photo: Sis Higgins. SKYWATCHERS across the region looked to the heavens on Tuesday night as the biggest and brightest moon of 2025 rose over the horizon. Amateur astronomer Dennis Hughes explained to News Of The Area why the […]

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Meeting to discuss marina redevelopment
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Meeting to discuss marina redevelopment

  Aerial concept view of the marina. Images: Willowtree Communications.   Concept View From Nelson Bay Marina.   Concept view of marina boardwalk, promenade and hospitality offering.   THE Tomaree Ratepayers and Residents Association (TRRA) has organised a public meeting to discuss the proposed redevelopment of the d’Albora Marina in Nelson Bay. In September 2025 […]

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