The Auxiliary Hospital volunteers Photo: Facebook.
The Auxiliary Hospital volunteers Photo: Facebook. The borrowed china helped add an opulent feel to the Port Stephens Winter Festival High Tea. GUESTS at this year’s Port Stephens Winter Festival High Tea may have admired the elegant fine china on their tables, however few would have realised it belonged to the Tomaree Community Hospital Auxiliary. […]
The new Tatra pumper. Photo: Supplied by the office of MP Kate Washington.
Medowie Rural Fire Brigade Captain Andrew Collins and Deputy Captain and Equipment Officer Ross O’Neill with the brigade’s new Tatra pumper. Photo: Althea Guinsberg. The new Tatra pumper. Photo: Supplied by the office of MP Kate Washington. Inside the vehicle, showing the crew breathing apparatus placement. Photo: Captain Andrew Collin. THREE Port Stephens Rural Fire […]
GETTING around Port Stephens on foot or by bike could become safer and easier, with Port Stephens Council inviting the community to have its say on a new draft Pathways Plan. The plan outlines a long-term vision where new footpaths and shared pathways should be built across the local government area. Council wants residents to […]
The development zone is a 7.7 hectares area close to the Medowie town centre.
The development zone is a 7.7 hectares area close to the Medowie town centre. The latest concept plan for the future residential and commercial developments. Supplied: Medowie Precinct D Planning Proposal by Port Stephens Council. PLOTS of land near the Medowie Town Centre will be developed into a medium-density residential area which, according to Port […]
Port Stephens schools urged to review online photos as AI risks grow
AS artificial intelligence becomes more advanced, parents and schools across Port Stephens are being urged to think carefully before sharing photos of children online. The warning follows a new Online Safety Advisory released by the eSafety Commissioner after a rise in reports involving school images being manipulated into deepfakes, fake videos and other harmful content. […]
National Parks Association (Hunter Region) president John Simpson engages participants with wildflower curiosities. Photo: Sue Olsson.
THE Friends of Tomaree National Park has announced a series of free guided walks to celebrate the spectacular late winter wildflower bloom across the Tomaree Peninsula. Running from August through early September, these volunteer-led tours offer locals and visitors a unique opportunity to explore the park’s vibrant burst-of-colour in its heathy woodlands, and learn the […]
SALAMANDER Bay resident Joyce Offord has quietly celebrated her 105th birthday, marking the remarkable milestone in much the same way she has approached life itself – with determination, independence and characteristic modesty. Her daughter, Jill Harris, said her mother was adamant that the occasion remained low-key. “She doesn’t want any fuss,” Jill said, adding that […]
CWA volunteers Byril Cossini and Kim Withers in mid scone and tea preparation at the recent fundraiser.
WHEN the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) put out the call for help, the Nelson Bay Evening Branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) answered with scones, jam, cream and community spirit. The branch’s recent Devonshire Tea fundraiser attracted a strong turnout, with visitors generously donating, buying raffle tickets and snapping up the loaded scones […]
Students enjoy breakfast before the school day begins.
Students enjoy breakfast before the school day begins. Student Support Officer Cal Baillie and Defence and Student Support Officer Alison Sargent prepare for the morning rush. TOMAREE High School students are starting their mornings with more than a quick bite to eat, thanks to the school’s much-loved Breakfast Club, which now opens every school day […]
Term 3 Week 1 PBL winners after their presentation at Seaham Public School. Photo: Supplied.
Host School – Seaham Public School Seaham Public School is excited to again be part of Community PBL. PBL at Seaham is valuable in setting up processes to support students in being the best they can be. We have high expectations in supporting our students to be respectful, responsible learners. Community PBL allows us to […]
