SUPPORT is available in the Port Stephens local government area (LGA) following severe thunderstorms and intense rainfall that impacted the region last week. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us…
THIS week’s Port Stephens Councillor profile is of Peter Francis. Who are you and where do you come from? Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882.…
A HOME under construction in Anna Bay was host to visiting politicians on Wednesday, 15 January. Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party Sussan Ley was joined by NSW Senator Maria Kovacic and the Liberal candidate for Paterson, Laurence Antcliff. Advertise…
PORT Stephens Council is running an educational compliance campaign over the Australia Day long weekend from 25 to 27 January, targeting unattended items such as cabanas being used to reserve spots at popular beaches. Mayor Leah Anderson acknowledged the significant…
THE Hunter and Central Coast Regional Planning Panel has given approval for a shopping centre development application (DA) at Fullerton Cove. The development involves the construction of a supermarket, liquor store, commercial tenancies, medical centre and car parking. Advertise with…
NSW Maritime officers have hit the water to remind jetskiers of their responsibilities as part of “Operation Cool Your Jets”. This first education and safety blitz of 2025 saw officers conduct nearly 2000 vessel safety checks statewide, including around 600…
RESIDENTS of Port Stephens continue to clear debris and assess damage following major storms that hit multiple parts of NSW from Wednesday 15 January. Persistent, heavy rainfall, strong winds and extraordinary displays of lightning preceded power outages that affected more…
RADIO ABC 1233 (959FM) has added a new segment to their Saturday morning programming entitled ‘A Postcard from the Bay’, set to air from 18 January at 6.40am. The segment, which features local Fingal Bay fishing legend and NOTA contributor…
CARRYING on from last year, NOTA is introducing readers to the members of Port Stephens Council, one councillor at a time. This week, News Of The Area speaks to returning councillor Jason Wells. Advertise with News of The Area today.…
THIS story is about Terry Quantrill, a cousin of local Nelson Bay identity Adrian Everett. I had not heard of Terry prior to reading this story. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message…