High School the next adventure for two young friends Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale Raymond Terrace, Heatherbrae, Tomago by NOTA - November 23, 2016 Starting High School can be a challenging time for any young person, let alone a child with additional needs. Two young friends, Otto van de Wijgaart and Joel Cunningham, are about to embark on their high school journey together. Otto has Autism and is the oldest of four children. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT
Annual Festival Attracts Visitors to Lemon Tree Passage Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale Photo Gallery by NOTA - November 23, 2016 Held at Henderson Park, Lemon Tree Passage on Saturday 19 November, the annual Tilligerry Festival Foreshore Fun Day proved once again to be a successful event. State Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington was in attendance, telling News Of The Area, “So many people work so hard to make it happen.” “The
True Community Spirit by Medowie’s Gurr Family Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale by NOTA - November 23, 2016 The Gurr Family have resided in Medowie for ten years, and have proven above and beyond how much they love our community, by giving back through their small business at every turn possible. Rod and Kylie Gurr are the owners of Hennessy Coffee, and recently rose to local fame when they
Medowie mum Stevie Wilkinson shares story of Perinatal Depression Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale by NOTA - November 22, 2016 Perinatal and Depression Week (PND) held annually from 15-21 November aims to raise awareness for this condition experienced by many mothers. The term encompasses the variety of mental health issues that can affect women while pregnant and up to a year post-birth. Community initiatives aim to reduce the stigma associated with mental
Touch footy team to battle for state title FEATURED Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale Sport by NOTA - November 22, 2016 Port Hunter Marauders Touch Footy is a competition encompassing Newcastle, Maitland and Medowie. One such team based in Medowie is striving to take out next month’s State Cup, and considering their recent success, they have every chance of doing so. After taking out the Hunter Premier Touch competition last season, the
Deputy Mayor still fighting for Port Stephens against amalgamation Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale Port Stephens LGA by NOTA - November 22, 2016November 22, 2016 When the announcement was made in December 2015 that Port Stephens Council would amalgamate with Newcastle Council, the reaction from Port Stephens residents was not favourable. Port Stephens Councillors got together and formed a plan to put up a solid fight on behalf of the residents. Port Stephens Council Deputy Mayor, Councillor
Butcher runs BBQ for little Carter Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale by NOTA - November 10, 2016 Carter Goodwin is one extraordinary three-year-old. Twin brother to Milla, and younger brother to Hudson, Carter has already achieved so much in his short life. Carter was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy (a disability that affects movement and posture), Epilepsy and vision and hearing impairments after contracting a virus shortly after birth. Or
Remembrance Day 2016 with Medowie RSL Sub-branch FEATURED Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale by NOTA - November 10, 2016 In Australia, Remembrance Day is observed on the November 11 every year. Services are held at 11.00am at War Memorials, schools and in towns across the country. During the service, the “Last Post” is sounded by a bugler followed by one minute’s silence and “Reveille”. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE November 11
Call for volunteers to help with Medowie Christmas Carols Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale by NOTA - November 10, 2016 The Medowie Christmas Carols, hosted annually by the Williamtown Rotary Club, is currently in preparation mode. The annual event will this year be held on Friday, 2 December at Ferodale Oval, Medowie. If last year’s carols of over 1500 people in attendance is anything to go by, this year will be another
Girl Guides raise funds to donate bags for women in need Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale by NOTA - November 9, 2016 Do you have a bag, handbag or purse you no longer need? Why not consider doing something wonderful with it. The Girl Guides are adding another charitable experience to their long list of community giving and involvement. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE They are participating in the ‘It’s in the bag’ charity fundraiser
