Ausgrid signs on as Hunter-Central Coast REZ network operator Dungog Shire Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - December 23, 2024 THE STATE Government has signed a commitment deed to appoint Ausgrid as the preferred network operator for the Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). The creation of Renewable Energy Zones involves the grouping of new wind and solar power generation into locations where it can be efficiently stored and transmitted across
Regional crime ‘stable’ but 10-year trends show sexual and domestic assaults rising Camden Haven Coffs Coast Gloucester District Highlight Section Myall Coast Nambucca Valley Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - December 23, 2024 WHILE one break-in or assault is too many, the latest crime statistics show overall rates are holding steady across regional NSW for the first time since the end of the pandemic. The quarterly report of the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) shows the number of incidents in each of
Farmers wanted for farm fire fighting vehicle trial Camden Haven Coffs Coast Gloucester District Myall Coast Nambucca Valley Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - December 23, 2024 THE STATE Government is encouraging farmers to take part in a trial that exempts farm vehicles used to fight fires from registration. Under the trial, participants can nominate a Farm Fire Fighting Vehicle (FFFV), or a vehicle used for firefighting purposes, to respond to emergency bush fire incidents on public roads
Regional crime ‘stable’ but 10-year trends show sexual and domestic assaults rising Camden Haven Coffs Coast Gloucester District Myall Coast Nambucca Valley Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - December 20, 2024 WHILE one break-in or assault is too many, the latest crime statistics show overall rates are holding steady across regional NSW for the first time since the end of the pandemic. The quarterly report of the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) shows the number of incidents in each of
Skin cancer warning issued as summer hots up Myall Coast Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - December 20, 2024 CANCER caused by overexposure to the sun should always be of concern, as some startling statistics have revealed. An alarming number of younger beachgoers are deciding that a tan is attractive, and are spending hours unprotected under the scorching rays. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it
Thieves steal plants protecting Shoal Bay’s coast Port POPUP - DAupdate Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - December 20, 2024 LAST week, News Of The Area published a story on how Port Stephens Council’s (PSC) Coastal Management Program had been certified by Environment Minister Penny Sharpe, allowing volunteers such as Shoal Bay local Mike Shaw to lead a concerted effort to protect coastal assets. Sadly, after a huge mission involving the
Karuah Carols in the Park add to the magic of Christmas Myall Coast Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - December 20, 2024 KARUAH saw an early celebration of Christmas with a double whammy of events held at the RSL and Longworth Park on Wednesday, 11 December. Starting with the Kids Christmas Party and Disco at the RSL Club, children were treated to music, prezzies and dancing along with Ruby the Clown,
Emergency planning workshop in Salt Ash a success Port POPUP - DAupdate Port Stephens Port Stephens News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - December 20, 2024 VOLUNTEERS from an array of services and volunteer organisations gathered at Salt Ash Community Hall on Monday 9 December for an emergency planning workshop. The evening was aimed at assisting horse and large animal owners to plan and prepare for an emergency event such as a fire or flood. Advertise with News
Fingal Beach SLSC launches replacement for storm-damaged matting Port Stephens Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - December 20, 2024 SUNDAY, 15 December, was a special day for Fingal Beach Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) as it hosted the last Nippers event of 2024 and relaunched an important piece of equipment. For the past six years, beach matting has provided wheelchair-friendly access to Fingal Beach for hundreds of thousands
Police commended for lifesaving rescue at Shoal Bay Beach Port POPUP - DAupdate Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - December 20, 2024 NSW Police Force constables Nathan Gray and Daniel Orwell are being commended for their “exceptional bravery and dedication” following heroic actions at Shoal Bay Beach. Around 11:55 pm on the evening of 27 November 2024, police were called to Shoal Bay Beach in response to reports of a swimmer in distress. Advertise
