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

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

BASED in Lemon Tree Passage, the Wangi Queen Showboat is a heritage attraction that entices both locals and visitors. Many people travel from afar to experience the vessel's charm. Its signature 2.5-hour lunch and sunset cruises provide a unique and memorable way to explore the exceptional beauty of Port Stephens'

POLICE are appealing for public assistance to locate a teenager missing from the Port Stephens area. Jessy McVay, aged 17, was last seen on Stockton Street, Nelson Bay, about 5pm on Tuesday 10 December 2024. When he was unable to be located or contacted, he was reported missing to officers attached

THE Federal Government will establish a national body to respond to the specific needs of communities impacted by PFAS contamination around Defence force bases. In 2023, the Government commissioned an independent review into PFAS (per-and poly-fluoroalkyl substances) contamination around three Defence bases: RAAF Base Williamtown in New South Wales, the

THERE were celebrations all around as Nelson Bay cruise operator Moonshadow-TQC Cruises was awarded silver at the 2024 NSW Tourism Awards held on Thursday, 28 November, at The Star, Sydney. Captain Cook Cruises, part of the Sealink marine group, won gold and will represent NSW at the Australian Tourism Awards