ANZAC Day remembers previous generations of Australians who sacrificed so much to keep us free as a nation. However there were others, now passed on, who were largely forgotten. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us - (02) 4981 8882. Email us

THIS week News Of The Area continues to profile some of the talented young people who were awarded Port Stephens Mayoral Academic Scholarships for 2023. Callan Astin will be studying a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours) and a Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering (Honours) at Newcastle University. Advertise with News of The

FORTY NINE members of the Probus Club of Port Stephens headed off on their annual Cara Camper Getaway trip recently, spending a very enjoyable few days at the Ingenia Holiday Resort in South West Rocks. Ann Gibson told News Of The Area, “All enjoyed the activities arranged by Phil and

THE Combined Probus Club of Medowie travelled from bush to beach recently, enjoying lunch at Saltwater at Fingal Bay Surf Club. Getting out for a meal together is a monthly activity for the club, who run regular ‘Munchies’ events. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for

TONAYA Hyland is also a proud recipient of a Port Stephens Mayoral Scholarship funded by the generosity of the team at Club Lemon Tree. Tonaya was School Captain at Tomaree High School where she has been recognised not only for her leadership but also for her academic prowess. Advertise with News of

THIS week News Of The Area continues to profile some of the amazing winners of the Port Stephens Mayoral Academic Scholarship. Alannah Horne was Dux of St Philip’s Christina College for each of her high school years, was School Captain in 2022, and came first in Advanced English, Biology, Chemistry,