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Raymond Terrace social houses to be converted to affordable townhouses

THREE ageing social houses on Phillip Street, Raymond Terrace are to be transformed into 13 two-bedroom townhouses, supporting approximately 32 people to access affordable housing. Following DA approval from Port Stephens Council, the project will be delivered by Hume Housing, through a $6million investment from the Federal Government through the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) […]

Regional

Parish leaders call for 2025 to be a ‘Season of Hope’

LOCAL leaders of the Anglican Church are calling for a “season of hope” on the back of Easter. Reverend Richard Goscombe from the Parish of Bulahdelah and Tea Gardens with Karuah, said the national initiative is called “Hope25”. “When I ask people what they hope for, some say ‘not much’ with a grim face, as […]

National

Aerobridge installed as airport prepares for international arrivals

NEWCASTLE Airport’s first ever aerobridge has been installed, as the facility prepares to officially become an international port of entry to Australia in August 2025. A new baggage carousel and key terminal finishes have also been completed. Interim CEO Andrew Warrender said watching the 31-tonne, 20-metre-long aerobridge being installed was an emotional moment. “The aerobridge’s […]

Health

Public input sought on hemp industry’s future

A DRAFT NSW Hemp Industry Development Plan is now open for public comment. The draft plan from the NSW Government proposes an industry vision to establish hemp as a mainstream crop and sustainable source of products in NSW. “Supporting the vision, four development objectives provide strategic direction for actions to capitalise on the key opportunities […]

Community

Applications open for ‘Grant for Good’

BANK of Sydney has opened applications for its $20,000 Grant for Good community grant program. Organisations and initiatives that promote social inclusion activities, health and wellbeing, sports and other fields that benefit local communities are encouraged to apply. Since 2021, Bank of Sydney’s annual Grant for Good has distributed $90,000 to local organisations supporting Australian […]

Police

Motorist safety urged after horror month on NSW roads

POLICE are urging motorists to take extra care these school holidays following an increase in fatalities on the state’s roads. NSW Police Deputy Commissioner Paul Pisanos said the number of lives lost on NSW roads this year has already reached an alarming level, with 39 crashes resulting in 41 people killed in March, the highest […]

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Rare poultry breeds on display at Maitland Showground

THE Rare Poultry Breeders’ Association are preparing for their 19th Annual Show on Saturday, 17 May at Maitland Showground. The show attracts breeders from the Port Stephens and Lower Hunter regions who promote rare breeds and rare colour varieties of pure bred domestic fowl, with over $1300 in cash prizes. It will be held in […]

Local News

Police conducting bail checks on ‘weak’ legal basis

POLICE in Australia’s largest state have been slammed for regularly entering the private property of former inmates out on bail to conduct compliance checks, without a court order. A damning report from the NSW Law Enforcement Conduct Commission says police have been stretching their authority and powers by relying on a weak legal principle to […]

Community

Hawks Nest Probus gets insight into RAAF Williamtown

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, […]

Local News

Grant funding vital to koala protection in Port Stephens

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 […]