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Regional housing market booms, outpacing capital cities

WITH the prospect of paying at least $1 million for a home in many of Australia’s capital cities, buyers are once again looking to escape to the country. The regional property market surged in the three months to January, outpacing the capitals, according to figures from data firm Cotality released on Wednesday. Dwelling values rose […]

Community

New mural celebrates nature up close at Botanic Gardens

A VIBRANT new mural celebrating the wildlife and natural beauty of the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens (HRBG) has been officially unveiled, marking a colourful milestone in the Gardens’ 40th anniversary celebrations. The large-scale artwork, inspired by the tropical orchid house, captures the rich ecosystem that thrives within the popular visitor destination. Created by artists Trevor […]

Port Stephens

Government calls for caravan partners in disaster recovery push

THE NSW Government is establishing a panel of caravan suppliers to deliver “At-Home Caravan Programs” for disaster recovery. Activated immediately after a disaster, the program will support the NSW Reconstruction Authority to provide temporary accommodation for residents who have lost their homes. The program will see caravans placed on impacted residents’ private property, allowing them […]

Community

Built to last: Historic St John’s undergoes vital restoration

CAREFULLY planned sandstone repairs are helping safeguard one of Raymond Terrace’s most enduring landmarks. Standing since 1862, the Anglican Church of St John the Evangelist has long been a quiet constant in the centre of town. Today, more than 160 years later, its sweeping lawns and memorial garden remain open spaces for reflection. Generations of […]

Police

Coastal safety operation concludes across Hunter shoreline

THE summer iteration of NSW Police’s “Operation Shore Safe” has concluded, with a focus on education across coastal communities from the Central Coast to Port Stephens. Launched in October 2025, Operation Shore Safe is a joint initiative between Traffic and Highway Patrol Command and the Northern Region, designed to address increased motor vehicle, e-micromobility, and […]

Regional

Last chances to have say on Medowie plan

PORT Stephen Council’s plan for upgrading Medowie’s town centre remains on public exhibition until 1 March. As previously reported in NOTA, the draft Medowie Town Centre Master Plan aims to revamp the town’s centre through expansion of existing facilities, improvement of traffic flow and new shops and a community centre. Community members are being encouraged […]

Local News

New guide to support councils in identifying land for affordable housing

THE NSW Government has released a new guide to support councils to undertake land audits to identify vacant operational land that could be used to deliver affordable housing projects. The “Council Led Affordable Housing on Operational Land Guide” released by the Office of Local Government provides step-by-step guidance for councils on identifying and managing affordable […]

Community

Grandparents raise $31k for Duchenne Australia with garden fundraiser

By Jacie WHITFIELD The Spritzed party in full swing. Photo: Jacie Whitfield. Jacquie and Chris Cooper with the cutout of their son Leo and best mate George, who were the inspirations behind the fundraiser. A SUN-DRENCHED garden in Corlette became the Amalfi-inspired backdrop for something far deeper than a summer party last month, as grandparents […]

Port Stephens

Investigation continues following fatal crash at Kooragang

AN INVESTIGATION is continuing after a Port Stephens couple in their 70s tragically died following a horror crash at Kooragang. About 9.25am on Tuesday 17 February, emergency services were called to Cormorant Road, Kooragang, following reports of a crash. At the scene, police were told that a Subaru sedan and a van had crashed in […]

Community

Stinker’s History: Memories of home at Bobs Farm (part one)

IDA Lena Collard OAM was born on 8 September 1920 to Henry and Selina Upton. Below are her memories of growing up as the fifth of seven children on a dairy farm in Bobs Farm, and life during the Second World War. My grandfather, Phillip Upton, had previously owned the property of 151 acres and […]