Friendships are forever at Nelson Bay Friendship Group Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by NOTA - December 30, 2016 Have you found that there are seasons in life when friends and family seem far away and loved ones seem too busy to come and visit? Maybe you have made a sea change to our beautiful Tomaree Peninsula and feel a little isolated or alone. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Did you know
Port Stephens Koalas get Christmas Wish Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) Port Stephens LGA by NOTA - December 29, 2016 It has been a great Christmas for local koalas following a $124,000 grant to rescue and advocacy group Port Stephens Koalas. The grant will go towards the construction of a dedicated koala hospital at Port Stephens, in an effort to curb the rapid decline in the local koala population due to
Board Changes for Destination Port Stephens Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by NOTA - December 28, 2016December 30, 2016 More events and conferences, improving the quality of tourism product and luring more interstate and overseas visitors through Newcastle Airport are on the agenda for the new Board of Destination Port Stephens (DPS). New Chairman of the Board Andrew Macdonald – owner and manager of The Nelson Resort will join four
Flare disposal Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by NOTA - December 28, 2016 One of the big problems facing Port Stephens boaters is the legal disposal of out of date emergency flares. Roads and Maritime Services (RMS), have a program to collect out of date flares over the next few months. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE There is no other way of disposing of them as
Nelson Bay Fireworks: Free Family-Friendly Event Port Stephens LGA by NOTA - December 28, 2016December 30, 2016 As the end of the year now approaches, we can take a moment to reflect on the triumphs, the challenges, the fun and the sadness we have ensured over the last 365 days. New Year and it’s eve, is celebrated in many way by people, but it’s often a time when
Anna Bay IGA-branded liquor outlet rejected Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by NOTA - December 28, 2016January 6, 2017 An application for an IGA-branded liquor outlet in Anna Bay has been refused by the Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority. Port Stephens Council passed the development application earlier this year, despite intense opposition from local police. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE In a submission to Port Stephens Council, Senior Constable Nick Kaluski, on
Port Stephens Little Athletics kids shine Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by NOTA - December 27, 2016 Port Stephens Little Athletics have achieved outstanding results from the recent Zone Championships. The Zone Championships are conducted in each of the 24 zones throughout the state. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Athletes in the age groups of U7 through to U17 are eligible for this event. Children progress to the Regional Championships
NSW Junior LifeSaver of the Year nominee Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) Sport by NOTA - December 27, 2016December 27, 2016 The next generation of leaders within the NSW Lifesaving movement will be put through their paces at an exciting Youth Development Camp at The Retreat, Anna Bay in January. All 13 Hunter SLSC Clubs in the Hunter Region have nominated a junior lifesaver to represent their branch for the opportunity to
Murray’s Boxing Day Blues, Brews & BBQ’s Festival Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by NOTA - December 23, 2016 Murray’s Brewery is celebrating its eleventh birthday these school holidays with the release of two limited edition beers and a free Blues concert. Murray’s once a year Mango Beer and Anniversary Ale 11 will also be unveiled on 26 December as part of this year’s Boxing Day Blues, Brews & BBQ’s
No Goodwill in Nelson Bay following Collision Nelson Bay (Tomaree Peninsula areas) by NOTA - December 23, 2016 There was no Christmas goodwill for Nelson Bay residents Bettina and Paul Brooke following a collision involving their white Falcon Ute. Paul Brooke returned to his Austral Street residence on Tuesday 13 December to find the vehicle had sustained significant driver’s side damage. Or CLICK FOR ADVERT QUOTE Fortunately the vehicle was unoccupied