North Arm Cove to get Government Grant FEATURED Karuah, North Arm Cove by NOTA - February 10, 2016 Boating enthusiasts from North Arm Cove and visitors on Port Stephens waters are set to benefit from a recently announced Government grant. A tenderer will be engaged by Great Lakes Council and the NSW Government to investigate options and perform a study to allow an increase in boating activities in and
Jim Timony, back in the water at Karuah FEATURED Karuah, North Arm Cove by NOTA - January 20, 2016 Vice-Commodore of the Karuah Motor Yacht Club, Jim Timony, launched his 38-foot vessel called Happy Wanderer, last week after a long stint on dry land. Mr Timony replaced most of its hull due to a severe grub infestation. Despite name change suggestions prior to launch, such as the S.S. Minnow and
Hunter Quarries creating more jobs with new Karuah East FEATURED Karuah, North Arm Cove by NOTA - January 20, 2016January 20, 2016 The Quarrying Industry plays an integral role in supporting many other Australian industries, all being vital within the national economy. Construction industries and public infrastructure rely on the mineral materials to develop our built environment. With such an important role in Australia, what will shape the future of the quarrying Industry beyond 2016? Expectations
Karuah Motor Yacht Club members head to Bombah Point FEATURED Karuah, North Arm Cove by NOTA - January 14, 2016January 15, 2016 You would be forgiven to disbelieve there was a huge down-poor and extreme weather last week when taking a look at some of the activities going on in the days just after. Couples Bryan and Dianne Hemmings, Mark and Tracey Shearer, Paul and Julie Gallagher, along with Ken and Deanna Baker took
North Arm Cove’s Isabella Francis-Nieswandt successful for student exchange FEATURED Karuah, North Arm Cove by NOTA - December 30, 2015 Isabella Francis-Nieswandt from North Arm Cove will swap an Aussie summer for the charms of Italy when she takes part in a cultural exchange program early next year. The Medowie Christian School student has undergone a thorough selection process as part of the Southern Cross Cultural Exchange Programme. Paterson MP Bob Baldwin presented
Karuah Museum official opening Karuah, North Arm Cove by NOTA - November 4, 2015 Members of the Karuah Working Together Committee are extending a warm welcome to visitors, friends and the community to attend the official opening of the Karuah Interpretive Centre/Museum. On Saturday 28 November from 11am, Dr Cameron Archer AM, retired Principal of Tocal College, Author and current President of Paterson Historical Society will
Karuah Oyster Farmer talks about Abalone Farm proposal Karuah, North Arm Cove by NOTA - October 28, 2015 When it rains, sometimes it pours. And when it pours for days like the super storm experienced earlier this year, for Aquaculture dependant businesses like Cole Brothers Oysters the results can be devastating. Some will say that’s nature doing it’s course and sometimes it can be cruel. Speaking recently with Myall Coast News
Guns, ammunition and boat stolen from property at Swan Bay near Karuah FEATURED Karuah, North Arm Cove by NOTA - October 23, 2015October 23, 2015 Police are appealing for information after two guns, ammunition, and a boat were stolen from a rural property in Swan Bay, near Karuah Port Stephens overnight. Between 5.30pm yesterday (Thursday 22 October 2015) and 6.30am this morning, two firearms (a .22 rifle and a shotgun), ammunition, a boat, and other items
Karuah Timber and Oyster Festival brought a large crowd FEATURED Karuah, North Arm Cove Photo Gallery by NOTA - October 21, 2015 Timber chips were flying to the sky and oysters were being supplied as the mercury rose last Saturday at the Karuah Oyster and Timber Festival. Longworth Park next to the bridge was a buzz of activity, smiling faces and with the best weather thrown into the mix, the organisers and visitors couldn’t
Karuah Local History Group meeting Karuah, North Arm Cove by NOTA - September 3, 2015 The next meeting for the Karuah Local History Group will be held at the Karuah RSL on Tuesday 1 September at 7pm. A spokesperson from the group said, “We are preparing for our Old Timers Night to be held on Friday 9 October at 6pm.” The group is looking for any old information
