Family finds relief for Lylah-Rose Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale Port Stephens LGA by News Of The Area - Modern Media - June 28, 2017June 30, 2017 AT only two years of age, Lylah-Rose began exhibiting worrying immune responses that affected her skin, food and environment allergies. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Lylah-Rose’s diagnosable conditions are complex, and multifaceted. She suffered immeasurable pain from every treatment available to her, and with little result. After three years of countless efforts and extensive
Cash Prizes for National Short Story Competition Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) Port Stephens LGA by News Of The Area - Modern Media - June 27, 2017 NEWS Of The Area (NOTA) is linking arms with Tilligerry Adult and Community Education (TACE) to co-sponsor a national short story competition which is now open for entry. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Former school principal and chief judge Lloyd Hogg said that with prize money of $1100, the competition will draw
NAIDOC 2017: Our Languages Matter Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale Port Stephens LGA by News Of The Area - Modern Media - June 27, 2017 NAIDOC week is coming up again, and there are some wonderful events planned for Port Stephens. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC) week takes place this year from 2-9 July, and is held yearly to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres
Nelson Bay and Raymond Terrace to trial CBD WiFi zones FEATURED Port Stephens LGA by News Of The Area - Modern Media - June 22, 2017June 22, 2017 NELSON Bay and Raymond Terrace city centres are set to get a technological boost with the news that approval was given at last week’s council meeting to install a trial of free WiFi in their respective CBD areas. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Deputy Mayor Cr Chris Doohan told News Of The
Thousands of lives saved from RAAF Base Williamtown’s blood challenge FEATURED Port Stephens LGA by News Of The Area - Modern Media - June 14, 2017June 14, 2017 WILLIAMTOWN RAAF Base have been awarded for their efforts in donating blood to the Australian Red Cross. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE The awards, presented last month by the Williamtown Blood Challenge Coordinator, Mr Samuel Hayes, were received by Air Base Executive Officer, WGCDR Amanda Cornell and the Base Services Manager, Mary-Ann
Planting a Corridor for Koalas in Salamander Bay FEATURED Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) Port Stephens LGA by News Of The Area - Modern Media - June 1, 2017 CORRIDORS for koalas are being created across Salamander Bay, in an effort to support our furry friends. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE The NSW Office of Environment and Heritage has allocated the koala to the iconic management stream of Saving our Species because of its significant social, cultural and economic importance, and
Cole, Passfield and Brothers3 Return as popular favorites to Nelson Bay’s Blue Water Country Music Festival Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) Port Stephens LGA by News Of The Area - Modern Media - May 31, 2017 THE Blue Water Country Music Festival is set to have feet tapping, with festival favourites galore returning for the event. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Beccy Cole, Steve Passfield and Brothers3 return to the Bay Festival this year. Beccy will perform on Sunday night of the festival at Soldiers Point Bowling Club and
Uncovering your inner Artist at the Art Shack Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) Port Stephens LGA by News Of The Area - Modern Media - May 31, 2017 THE Art Shack in Salt Ash has evolved to where it is today from humble beginnings and a story of healing by its owner Deborah Parker. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Deborah’s art began when she was 27 years old, after surviving a mishap that resulted in a disability. Deborah was introduced to
Fidget Spinners used for good, not distraction Port Stephens LGA by News Of The Area - Modern Media - May 31, 2017 THE Fidget Spinner, a three pronged spinning gadget centred on a central ball bearing, has become the controversial new fad sweeping the nation and taking over our schools and playgrounds. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Originally created as a gadget to assist children who may be antsy, nervous, hyperactive or anxious, the
Dogs and Cats in perfect harmony FEATURED Port Stephens LGA by News Of The Area - Modern Media - May 24, 2017 DOGS and cats are living happily alongside each other this week, with two rescues providing a pet of the week each. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Our dog of the week comes from Dog Rescue Newcastle. The beautiful Portia is a bubbly five year old Mastiff Cross female who is looking for her