MEMBERS of the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre have been getting ready for the winter season, creating a host of beanies to keep you warm. The Beanie Muster at the Arts Centre features a range of beanies. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business. Message us.

ESTIMATES suggest one in 100 children are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and 0.08 percent of Australians experience the neuro-developmental condition. Statistics like this do not, however, encompass the fact those affected by the condition include family members, carers and support workers who work tirelessly, and often invisibly, to understand

PORT Stephens Council will do what it can to distribute accurate information about the upcoming Voice to Parliament referendum. Council’s website and social media accounts will be used to distribute that information. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us - (02) 4981

THE Probus Club of Port Stephens recently celebrated its 40th birthday. It’s a milestone marking four decades of keeping the club’s 140-plus members connected, occupied and entertained. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us - (02) 4981 8882. Email

THIS week around the western region of Port Stephens students were recognised for their positive contribution to the community and their schools through the Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) program. Sue Holloway, PBL coordinator at Grahamstown Public School, told News Of The Area, “Grahamstown Public School students and staff are proud