February 2, 2026

Port Stephens News Of The Area

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Port Stephens Council seeks community input on Medowie town centre masterplan The masterplan aims to provide a ‘clear framework’ for the future of the Council-owned land opposite Woolworths.
Community, Government

Port Stephens Council seeks community input on Medowie town centre masterplan

PORT Stephens Council is creating a detailed masterplan of Medowie Town Centre in collaboration with the local community. As Port Stephens’ fastest growing suburb, Council says the plan is essential to accommodate Medowie’s future growth. “This masterplan will provide a clear framework for the future of the Council-owned land opposite Woolworths,” Mayor Leah Anderson said. […]

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Hunter hospitals rolling-out safe staffing in EDs Recruitment for more nurses is underway. File photo.
Community, Health

Hunter hospitals rolling-out safe staffing in EDs

TWENTY-SEVEN more hospitals across NSW are rolling-out safe staffing levels in their emergency departments. In the broader Hunter region these include Manning Base Hospital, Maitland Hospital and John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle. This brings to 40 the number of hospitals across the state that have started operating with safe staffing levels as a result of […]

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Police blitz on drunk and drugged drivers Police conducted 9166 drug tests during the three-day blitz. Photo: NSW Police.
Local News

Police blitz on drunk and drugged drivers

NSW POLICE have targeted motorists affected by alcohol, drugs and fatigue during a three-day operation. Operation RAID (Remove All Impaired Drivers) ran from 21-23 August across all NSW roads. During this period, police conducted more than 87,000 breath tests and 9166 drug tests. There were 186 drink driving offences detected and 660 positive drug samples. […]

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Housing package announced in response to floods Homes across the Hunter and Mid North Coast suffered damage due to the flooding event in May.
Local News

Housing package announced in response to floods

THE State and Federal Governments have announced a $50 million Housing Support Package to assist eligible homeowners, renters and primary producers impacted by recent severe flooding. Caravans and self-contained pod homes will be deployed for eligible flood-hit residents and primary producers whose homes were uninsured and uninhabitable so they can stay on their property during […]

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Defibrillator installed on Tomaree Mountain walk The defibrillator could be vital for a cardiac emergency
Local News

Defibrillator installed on Tomaree Mountain walk

The defibrillator could be vital for a cardiac emergency The new defibrillator on the Tomaree Mountain walk One of the stunning views from near the top of Mount Tomaree IF you’ve ever climbed Mount Tomaree, you’ll know why it’s the most popular visitor attraction in Port Stephens. On busy days, more than 500 people an […]

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Tea Gardens teacher recognised in Regional Excellence Awards Principal Mark Clemson with Anya Ingram and the Regional Director.
Community, School

Tea Gardens teacher recognised in Regional Excellence Awards

Anya Ingram with her award, at Tea Gardens Public School. Principal Mark Clemson with Anya Ingram and the Regional Director. TEA Gardens Public School teacher Anya Ingram has been recognised in the NSW Department of Education Regional North Excellence Awards. Only three teachers from across the 20-plus public schools in the Port Stephens network are […]

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Port Stephens Dog Training Club bringing community and canines together Club member Jo running Tiger through agility and obedience training.
Community

Port Stephens Dog Training Club bringing community and canines together

The Port Stephens Dog Training Club at Boomerang Park, Raymond Terrace. Club member Jo running Tiger through agility and obedience training. Club volunteer Phillippa Stone with her faithful sidekick Colin. EVERY Sunday morning during school term, Boomerang Park in Raymond Terrace comes alive with the sound of wagging tails, clickers, and enthusiastic commands as dogs […]

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Female pilots won’t let gendered headwinds divert them Amelia Johnson made a mid-career switch to become an aviator and now mentors young female pilots. Photo: supplied.
Local News

Female pilots won’t let gendered headwinds divert them

A GROWING number of female pilots are making their mark in one of the most male-dominated industries in Australia, saying more women should fly planes. “The aircraft doesn’t care what gender you are. It responds to skill and judgment,” pilot Amelia Johnson tells AAP. “The feeling of flying yourself for the first time is unlike […]

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Information session to update community on future of Tomaree Lodge
Local News

Information session to update community on future of Tomaree Lodge

SHAC Managing Director Justin Hamilton, Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington and SHAC Senior Designer Justin Pearson. A detailed site assessment from SHAC considered the site’s significant cultural, heritage and environmental value, as well as the constraints that limit future use. PRELIMINARY concepts for the future of Tomaree Lodge will be unveiled at a public […]

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