Port Stephens Council

4 October 2024

Port Stephens welcomes new and familiar councillors following Local Government Elections

The NSW Electoral Commission declared all positions on Port Stephens Council this week, with 5 new councillors and 4 returning councillors beginning their 4 year term.

4 October 2024

Changes to waste services over Christmas

There will be some changes to waste services over the Christmas period – see if your property is impacted.

4 October 2024

Birubi Headland traffic and parking changes October Long Weekend 2024

Over the upcoming long weekend, traffic control and parking changes will be implemented on certain dates to make access to Birubi Headland a little easier for everyone.

2 October 2024

Amendments to the Housing SEPP to facilitate affordable housing in Port Stephens

In Port Stephens, there’s been a decline in housing affordability and a severe lack of affordable housing. Currently, there are only 35 affordable rental houses in the area, which is less than 0.001% of all homes in the local government area (LGA).

1 October 2024

Leah Anderson officially declared as Mayor of Port Stephens

Leah Anderson has secured 59.87% of the Mayoral vote, making her the first popularly elected female Mayor to represent Port Stephens.

27 September 2024

Find out what's on these school holidays in Port Stephens

Check out our spring school holiday program, brimming with fun for children and teens of all ages!

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28 September

Port Stephens Youth Fishing Workshops and Competition

Youth under 18 years are invited to learn practical fishing skills during our school holiday workshops and discover how to fish sustainably in our local waters.