A RANGE of activities have been organised to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Tomaree National Park. Across four decades the Park has remained a beloved icon, with visitors flocking to its dramatic landscapes, stunning treed hills and spectacular coastlines. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your

BEACHES across Port Stephens have been impacted by a week of wild weather which included large swells, high tides and strong winds. Port Stephens Council Asset Section Manager John Maretich said that while much of the region’s open coast was damaged, Shoal Bay suffered some of the worst impacts. Advertise with

THE Tomaree High School Environmental Action Team and Landcare Soldiers Point-Salamander Bay have combined to regenerate local bushland areas. Around 100 native plants were planted along Seaview Crescent and Johnny’s Well at Soldiers Point. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us

CURRENT and future University of Newcastle students seeking financial assistance to support their studies are now invited to apply for the latest round of the Greater Charitable Foundation Equity Scholarship program. Announced in 2023, the program will grant five scholars $30,000 as part of the Foundation’s $150,000, three year partnership with

THE Port Stephens Community Arts Centre (PSCAC) has five new exhibitions running concurrently, providing an opportunity to witness first rate local artistry up close. The first exhibition, Nautical Art, showcases captivating maritime-themed artworks featuring stunning seascapes, ships and marine life, invoking a sense of adventure and the timeless beauty of