Print Perfection at the Myall Art and Craft Centre Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 20, 2017 HELEN Sillar may be a relatively new member of the Myall Community Arts and Craft Centre, but her wide range of skills have quickly made her a valuable asset to the group and its members. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Helen has enjoyed many creative moments in her life through drawing, painting
Politicians weigh in to dredge ‘The Gut’, Myall River Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 19, 2017 LETTERS keep flying back and forth between our local politicians and community groups to get some action in regards to dredging the ‘The Gut’, but so far with little success. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE The Myall River at Tea Gardens hasn’t been dredged since 1961. But, as is often the case, red
Cycle and Walk Connect for Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest FEATURED Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 19, 2017July 19, 2017 THE Winda Woppa Association is looking to garner community support for integrated cycle and pedestrian walkways across Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Ken Garrard, President of the Association, believes the twin towns could benefit from a five year plan to interconnect the community. “Off-road (where possible) cycle and
Nelson Bay Artist and Teacher seeks Life Drawing Models FEATURED Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 15, 2017 ARTIST Margaret Watson’s works are being featured between 12 July and 8 August at the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre in Nelson Bay. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Margaret not only paints at the centre but runs classes as well, including the Life Drawing sessions, and is constantly recruiting models for the
Port Stephens to get Community Drug Action Teams to battle Drugs and Alcohol in Bay Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) Raymond Terrace, Heatherbrae, Tomago by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 12, 2017 THE Port Stephens Community Drug Action Team wants to hear from people who would like to make a difference. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Community Drug Action Teams (CDATs) are groups of people who are working together in NSW to prevent harm from drugs and alcohol. Alcohol is a major factor in domestic
Time to apply for Community Building Partnership funding Bulahdelah, Wootton, Nerong FEATURED MidCoast LGA (overall news) by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 12, 2017 APPLICATIONS for funding through the 2017 Community Building Partnership (CBP) program are now open, and not-for-profit groups are encouraged to apply. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE The grants are available annually with $300,000 up for grabs in each state electorate. “Local sports clubs, charities and men’s sheds are just some of the groups
Port Stephens Women in Business Unite FEATURED Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 11, 2017 WOMEN of the Port Stephens business community have created a network where they share, grow and learn together. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE The Port Stephens Women in Business network meets monthly and offers more than education and networking; on arrival there is delicious food and a sense of welcome for all. The
Camera Shy Koala at Tahlee Port Stephens LGA by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 11, 2017 NO koalas had been seen for a significant amount of time by the community at Tahlee, Port Stephens, a historic tour site where environmental care and sustainability are promoted. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE To assist in developing a koala friendly environment at Tahlee, and as part of undergraduate study, a researcher
Art and Craft has its Rewards FEATURED Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 11, 2017 FOR a group that started with just four members in a makeshift hut, the Myall Community Art and Craft Centre has certainly come a long way over the past quarter of a century. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE At its annual general meeting recently, special presentations were made to long term members. Twenty-five
National Tree Planting Day 300 Trees need volunteers for planting in Corlette FEATURED Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 4, 2017 LANDCARE Corlette members are inviting the community to join them on 30 July between 10am and 12 noon for National Tree Planting day. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE The goal of Corlette Landcare for National Tree Planting Day is to plant 300 trees which will create a unique habitat designed to provide
