AFTER an impressive 45 years of dedicated service, Captain Malcom Smith of the Salamander Bay Fire and Rescue Station has hung up his helmet. On Saturday 6 July, 84 representatives of the Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW), alongside Deputy Commissioner of Field Operations Paul McGuiggan, Acting Superintendent James Murphy and Port

THE $4.2 million reconstruction of the Avenue of the Allies in Tanilba Bay is officially complete, the result of a funding partnership between state, federal and local governments. The project involved the reconstruction and widening of the area between Poilus Parade and King Albert Avenue. Advertise with News of The Area

WHEN Lemon Tree Passage resident Sean Brennan and wife Robyn took caravan trips around the country they were shocked by the plight of families dealing with illness and requiring transport in remote regional areas. Both became aware of the charitable organisation Angel Flight Australia and upon returning to Port Stephens

ANNA Bay local June Coleman has been rally car driving from Baulkham Hills to Broome for more than a decade. Having personally raised over $100,000 dollars for Variety Australia, June has been inducted into the Variety Club’s Hall of Fame. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for

THE Port Stephens Community Arts Centre has introduced a new initiative called ‘Social Saturdays’, a project which brings together members from various groups to socialise and collaborate on creative projects. Whether working on their latest masterpiece or just looking to enjoy some company, Social Saturdays provides artists the perfect opportunity

WHEN Lemon Tree Passage resident Sean Brennan and wife Robyn took caravan trips around the country they were shocked by the plight of families dealing with illness and requiring transport in remote regional areas. Both became aware of the charitable organisation Angel Flight Australia and upon returning to Port Stephens

ON Saturday 28 June, more than 70 intrepid swimmers braved the cool waters of Soldiers Point for the third annual Bannisters Point2Pub swim classic, hosted by the Tomaree Triathlon Club. The picturesque Port Stephens environment provided the perfect backdrop for this challenging open water event. Advertise with News of The Area

COMPLETE Performing Arts and Classical Coaching (PACC) at Taylors Beach has been recognised as the Diversity and Inclusivity Champion in the 2024 Ready Set Dance Awards. The awards are an opportunity to recognise the tremendous hard work, effort, determination and achievements of eligible Ready Set Dance locations. Advertise with News of