Port Stephens Council Gives $176,000 to Community Groups Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 4, 2017 COMMUNITY groups applied from across the region to fund projects which are important to their members. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE There are some notable winners for the Tomaree Peninsula. Arts, environments, heritage, and cultural projects were funded enriching the environment and lives of Port Stephens residents. Of note for the environment are the
Over 60s Living the Life Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 4, 2017 IN days gone by, a new neighbour would be welcomed to a town or community by a knock on the door and the offer of a cuppa. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Well, not much has changed in the Myall region. “When all the new people come to Tea Gardens we always get
Clarion call for Salamander Men’s Shed and Yacaaba Centre Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 3, 2017 VOLUNTEERS in a community such as Port Stephens are vital for many organisations, some of which couldn’t survive without them. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Some volunteers we see face to face, whilst others are behind the scenes. From those who listen to children read, conduct rescues with Marine Rescue Port Stephens and
Medal Ceremony At Sketchley Cottage To Honour Local World War I Soldier Raymond Terrace, Heatherbrae, Tomago by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 3, 2017 THE local community is invited to Sketchley Cottage, Raymond Terrace on Saturday, 8 July from 10.00am to witness the honouring of World War I serviceman, Private Herbert Hamilton. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE For the first time, Private Hamilton’s medals will be presented. Killed In Action in 1916, Hamilton, whose next of kin
Cash Prizes for National Short Story Competition Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) Port Stephens LGA by News Of The Area - Modern Media - July 1, 2017 NEWS Of The Area (NOTA) is linking arms with Tilligerry Adult and Community Education (TACE) to co-sponsor a national short story competition which is now open for entry. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Former school principal and chief judge Lloyd Hogg said that with prize money of $1100, the competition will draw
Cash Prizes for National Short Story Competition FEATURED Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale MidCoast LGA (overall news) Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) Port Stephens LGA by News Of The Area - Modern Media - June 29, 2017June 29, 2017 NEWS Of The Area (NOTA) is linking arms with Tilligerry Adult and Community Education (TACE) to co-sponsor a national short story competition which is now open for entry. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Former school principal and chief judge Lloyd Hogg said that with prize money of $1100, the competition will draw
Little Beach Ngioka Centre Native Plant Nursery Program Reprieve for Nelson Bay Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by News Of The Area - Modern Media - June 28, 2017June 28, 2017 COMMUNITY outrage has lead to the Ngioka Centre’s operation being taken off the agenda for next Tuesday night’s Council meeting. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Council officers have agreed to meet with volunteers to discuss the future of this valued community owned facility. There are many different groups that access plants from the
Cash Prizes for National Short Story Competition Medowie, Ferodale, Campvale Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) Port Stephens LGA by News Of The Area - Modern Media - June 27, 2017 NEWS Of The Area (NOTA) is linking arms with Tilligerry Adult and Community Education (TACE) to co-sponsor a national short story competition which is now open for entry. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Former school principal and chief judge Lloyd Hogg said that with prize money of $1100, the competition will draw
Fire Ravaged Dunedoo says Thank You to the Tea Gardens/Hawks Nest Community FEATURED Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest by News Of The Area - Modern Media - June 21, 2017 FIRE ravaged Dunedoo has sent out a special thankyou to the Tea Gardens/Hawks Nest Community for its ongoing support following February’s devastating Sir Ivan blaze. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE The Dunedoo Branch of the Country Women’s Association said, “Your generosity and support has been greatly appreciated and will always be remembered.” “$5,100
Nelson Bay Arts Centre exhibits Large Scale artworks Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by News Of The Area - Modern Media - June 20, 2017 PORT Stephens Community Arts Centre is going big. The Think Big exhibition is being held from 14 - 25 June and entry is free. Twenty local artists’ large scale canvases will be on display showing that local talent is more than up for the challenge of adorning the walls of both new
