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Disposing of green waste following storms

To support our community, free green waste drop off services will be available this weekend for Port Stephens residents to dispose of storm debris safety and conveniently.
Council to map key Koala habitats across Port Stephens

Mayor Leah Anderson and Chair of Council’s Comprehensive Koala Plan of Management Committee said the critical vegetation and koala habitat mapping will allow Council to protect local Koalas into the future.
Port Stephens gears up for a day of Aussie fun

The Port Stephens community is invited to celebrate Australia Day 2025 with a range of free events planned across 5 locations.
Empowering women in Port Stephens: 2025 International Women's Day Scholarships now open

Port Stephens Council has announced the opening of its annual International Women's Day Scholarship program, with four $1,000 scholarships available to support local women in achieving their personal and professional goals.
Natural disaster declared for Port Stephens following last week's storms

Following severe thunderstorms and intense rainfall between 15 and 17 January, a natural disaster declaration has been made for Port Stephens, with support available for residents, businesses, and primary producers.
New Fullerton Cove shopping centre development gets the green light

The Hunter & Central Coast Regional Planning Panel has given approval for a shopping centre development application at Fullerton Cove.
Disaster support for Port Stephens after severe storms

A natural disaster declaration has been made for Port Stephens following severe thunderstorms and intense rainfall that impacted the regions between January 15 and January 17.
Free hot meal, BBQ and hot shower locations for affected Port Stephens residents

Come along to one of the many locations set up across Port Stephens for a free hot meal or BBQ for affected community members.
Cabana compliance crackdown over Australia Day long weekend

Port Stephens Council is running an educational compliance campaign over the Australia Day long weekend from 25 to 27 January targeting unattended items such as cabanas being used to reserve spots at our popular beaches.
Keeping children safe on our roads these school holidays

Port Stephens Council is once again partnering with the Little Blue Dinosaur Foundation and joining the push to help ensure the safety of children on and near our roads these school holidays.
Yulong Oval upgrades highlighted during Minister's facility tour

Minister Kate Washington joined Mayor Leah Anderson and Councillors Chris Doohan, Jason Wells and Nathan Errington for a tour of the new state-of-the-art amenities building at Yulong Oval, Medowie yesterday.
Road Closures - 'McGrath' New Years Eve Fireworks

On Tuesday 31 December, Nelson Bay Foreshore will once again be home to the McGrath New Years Eve Fireworks.