Stinker’s History: Sea Tragedies Myall Coast Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - October 30, 2024 THE safety of ships and their crews was the major concern for all light keepers along the entire coastline. Because of the increasing maritime traffic from Sydney north and the growing trade inside Port Stephens, the light keepers in the Outer Light were required to be particularly vigilant. Regardless
Huge turnout for Pindimar Markets Myall Coast Photo Gallery Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - October 30, 2024 HUNDREDS flocked to the Pindimar Markets on Saturday 26 October, bringing to life one of the biggest days in the village’s recent memory. Pindimar Fire Station, the Pindimar-Bundabah Community Hall, and adjacent Leone Fidden Memorial Park hosted huge crowds of people perusing the stalls and enjoying the glorious weather, after
Hunter Water say drinking water ‘is safe’ amidst PFAS concerns Dungog Shire Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - October 30, 2024 WITH an inquiry into PFAS (per and polyfluoroalkyl substances) contamination in waterways and drinking water supplies throughout the state underway, and new guidelines released, Hunter Water has sought to reassure residents of the safety of their drinking water. Hunter Water manages the Lower Hunter region’s ‘catchment-to-tap' water supply. “For the
The Big Screen Camden Haven Coffs Coast Dungog Shire Gloucester District Myall Coast Nambucca Valley Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - October 30, 2024 FILMMAKER Robert Zemeckis has been responsible for a number of cultural touchstones in his long career (Back to the Future, Forrest Gump, Cast Away) and it looks as though he’s attempting another with Here. Reuniting his most iconic screen couple in Tom Hanks and Robin Wright, Zemeckis is offering up a
Funding available for maintaining and upgrading public reserves Myall Coast Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - October 29, 2024 THE State Government has opened applications for $10 million in grants from its Crown Reserves Improvement Fund to maintain and upgrade public reserves. Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington encouraged local Crown land reserve managers to apply for funding. “Grants are available for maintaining and upgrading reserves and their facilities, as
Committee selected to shape future of Tomaree Lodge Port POPUP - DAupdate Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - October 29, 2024 A COMMITTEE of six Port Stephens residents has been appointed to help shape the future of the Tomaree Lodge site. According to the NSW Government, the Tomaree Lodge Community Engagement Committee committee will provide an important consultative function on matters impacting the site, including proposed amenity improvements. Advertise with News of
Stinker’s Fishin’: Warm water fish incoming Myall Coast Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - October 29, 2024 TO my way of thinking, it is the month of October when the winter fish retreat to make room for those who prefer the warmer water. The best indicators of water temperature are luderick which arrive in huge numbers and set up camp along the Nelson Bay Breakwall in the
BUSINESS SHOWCASE: Travel options galore with Travelwise Business Showcase Dungog Shire Myall Coast Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - October 29, 2024 FAMILY OWNED and operated since 2000, Travelwise provides all-inclusive, fully guided tours for the active and not-so-active traveller. “We provide amazing experiences to locations you may not otherwise be able to travel to,” said Travelwise’s Steve Gatland. Travelwise organises everything from coach transport, flights, accommodation, meals, activities, entries and tours
ADVERTISING FEATURE: Royally spoilt for choice at the Royal Hotel Dungog Advertising Feature Dungog Shire Myall Coast Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - October 29, 2024 WELCOMING and comfortable accommodation, food, coffee, bar and music in the renovated historic Royal Hotel, right in the heart of Dungog. The Royal Bar is open Tuesdays to Sundays, with four beers on tap, a quality wine list and a wide range of spirits and non-alcoholic options, all delivered with
No nukes till late 2030s: energy switch may take years Camden Haven Coffs Coast Dungog Shire Gloucester District Highlight Section Myall Coast Nambucca Valley Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - October 29, 2024 NUCLEAR power plants could take up to fifteen years to establish in Australia and facilities to dispose of high-level nuclear waste twice as long, an inquiry has heard. Waste produced by the power plants might have to be stored at the nuclear sites in the meantime, experts said, until "deep geological