One of the latest F-35A Lightning II aircraft (A35-040) at RAAF Base Williamtown. Photo: Defence Media.
AIR Force representatives spoke at the first ordinary meeting of the Hawks Nest and District Probus Club on Friday 4 April, educating the more than 100 members present about the key regional defence base. “Not everyone in the RAAF flies, only a small percentage actually do, and we have many roles including dog handling, technicians, […]
Council was awarded over $160,000 under the Federal Government’s Koala Community Grants Round 1.
A THREE-YEAR Federal grant continues to support Port Stephens Council to deliver proactive koala conservation initiatives. In 2023, Council was awarded over $160,000 under the Federal Government’s Koala Community Grants Round 1, focusing on collaboration between researchers and land managers to deliver outcomes for koalas. Council’s Environmental Strategy Team Leader Kimberly Baker emphasised the significance […]
PORT Stephens Council’s Draft Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) documents are on public exhibition until Thursday 8 May 2025. Mayor Leah Anderson said these IP&R documents will not only set the vision for Port Stephens, but will cover all council operations for the next few years. “These plans ensure that Council’s activities are transparent, well-resourced, […]
Alison Rogers, owner of Readers Retreat Book Shop in Salamander Bay.
AUSTRALIANS know all about a pub crawl, but how about a book crawl? Hunter region bookshops will participate in a new international initiative, the Global Book Crawl (GBC), from 21 to 27 April. The GBC will bring together bookstores and book lovers from around the world with a simple yet powerful idea: to unite local […]
ONE hundred and one batteries have been installed in premises across Port Stephens through the State Government’s household battery incentive. Since the incentive was launched in November, more than 7,800 batteries have been installed in homes and businesses across NSW. Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington said the scheme was “making a real difference”. “This […]
Paul Johns is the Greens candidate for Paterson.
THORNTON’S Paul Johns has been announced as the Greens candidate for Paterson in the May Federal Election. Born in Kurri and raised in the Maitland area, Mr Johns is legally blind and has been visually impaired since birth. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone – […]
Legalise Cannabis Party candidate Daniel Dryden tells voters to ‘look for the leaf’ this election.
AFTER running as the Legalise Cannabis candidate for the seat of Maitland in the 2023 State Election, Daniel Dryden will now contest the Federal Election in May. “After two years I’m back once more, this time as the Legalise Cannabis Party candidate for the seat of Paterson in the 2025 Federal Election,” Mr Dryden announced. […]
A sea of cabanas on one of Port Stephens’ popular beaches.
PORT Stephens Council has shared the results of a recent cabana compliance initiative. The campaign targeted unattended items such as cabanas being used to reserve spots at Fly Point, Little Beach and Shoal Bay Beach. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone – (02) 4981 8882. […]
Volunteers Sue Ismay and Jo Clifton Port Stephens serve a delicious morning tea at The Yacaaba Centre.
NELSON Bay locals Sue Ismay and Jo Clifton are the volunteers behind the drop-in morning teas at the Yacaaba Centre. You’ll find them serving tea and iced cakes between 10am -11.30am on Thursdays. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone – (02) 4981 8882. Email – media@newsofthearea.com.au […]
PORT Stephens Council held its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday 8 April. Items on the agenda involved a number of policy reviews which have recently been completed by Council staff, though those regarding loans to community groups and the management of cemeteries were deferred for future meetings. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s […]
