Advertising in Port Stephens

We provide businesses with a number of options to advertise their services in Port Stephens.

Bus shelter advertising

Get your business noticed by advertising on Council's bus shelters. There are 2 to 3 panels per bus shelter that are available to advertise on.

Bus Shelter Advertising Fees are calculated on a pro-rata system and discounted rates are applied if 3 + panels are leased on a single application form. The Fees and Charges for 2025/2026 are:

  • Platinum Panel 1-2 panels: $140.50 each panel per month
  • Platinum Panel 3 + panels: $127.50 each panel per month
  • Premium Panel 1-2 panels: $120.50 each panel per month
  • Premium Panel 3 + panels: $108.00 each panel per month
  • Economy Panel 1-2 panels: $100.50 each panel per month
  • Economy Panel 3 + panels: $90.50 each panel per month
  • Not for profit organisation: $0 (No Charge)
  • Bus Shelter Advertising Installation or removal of advertising: $428.00 per panel

This is a great opportunity to advertise your business in a high traffic area for both pedestrians and vehicles.

Temporary footpath advertising

Temporary structures are a welcome addition to any business and are a great way to advertise daily specials or let people know your business is open. A temporary structure includes:

  • a-frame sandwich boards
  • clothing racks
  • displaying items for sale outside your business.
  • potted plants
  • seating
  • tables and chairs for dining

Did you know approval must be obtained from Council to place a temporary structure on the footpath, as this is Council land?

The use of temporary structures on the footway provides commercial retailers with an opportunity to integrate commercial activities into the pedestrian area. This will increase exposure to specific commercial activities, creating opportunities to grow the business.

A Placemaking application form must be submitted to Council, along with the required supporting documentation, to ensure safety requirements are met and to regulate the impact on pedestrians and road users, keeping businesses and their patrons safe.

More information about temporary structures and placemaking can be found on our Placemaking page.