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It’s up to YOU’th this NSW Youth Week
It’s up to YOU’th this NSW Youth Week

Skating, scootering, splashing, snacking and outdoor cinemas are the highlights of this year’s NSW Youth Week celebrations.
New guide celebrates Port Stephens seniors
New guide celebrates Port Stephens seniors

Growing older in Port Stephens has never been more enjoyable, thanks to a new guidebook aimed at promoting connection and wellbeing among local seniors.
Six-month report: Council delivers despite impacts of COVID-19
Six-month report: Council delivers despite impacts of COVID-19

Port Stephens Council has released its 6-month progress report for July to December 2021, highlighting the achievements in delivering for the community despite the ongoing impacts of COVID-19.
$2.3 million boost for sports and recreation upgrades in Port Stephens
$2.3 million boost for sports and recreation upgrades in Port Stephens

Better playing surfaces, a new clubhouse, a poolside playground and more are on the way for Port Stephens thanks to more than $2.3 million in funding from the NSW Government.
Karuah Place Plan gets the green light
Karuah Place Plan gets the green light

Port Stephens Council has endorsed the Karuah Place Plan – the first in a new series of place plans designed to improve liveability, increase wellbeing and deliver economic growth.
New amenities building unveiled at Boyd Oval
New amenities building unveiled at Boyd Oval

Rugby union and touch football clubs in Medowie are better equipped with a new amenities building catering to their needs, with construction now complete on the $1.4 million facility at Boyd Oval.
Three inspiring locals recognised on International Women’s Day
Three inspiring locals recognised on International Women’s Day

Beth Innes, Shannon Whyte and Renee Goreham-Selby have each received a $1000 scholarship from Port Stephens Council to mark International Women’s Day.
Council goes green in 100% renewable energy deal
Council goes green in 100% renewable energy deal

Port Stephens Council will be powered by the sun under a landmark agreement that will see 100% solar energy supplied to more than 1940 streetlights, libraries, sports fields and other sites across the region.
Possible mosquito borne disease in Port Stephens
Possible mosquito borne disease in Port Stephens

With all the recent rains in Port Stephens, there's an increased risk of mosquito borne disease throughout the LGA.
New events toolkit launched to aid Port’s COVID-19 recovery
New events toolkit launched to aid Port’s COVID-19 recovery

Port Stephens Council has launched a new online toolkit aimed at encouraging more events to Port Stephens while helping to re-boot the local economy following COVID-19.
Have your say on the future of Port Stephens
Have your say on the future of Port Stephens

Port Stephens Council is calling for the community to have its say on the future vision for Port Stephens, as part of community engagement on its Community Strategic Plan.
Port Stephens students share in $40,000 in Mayoral scholarships
Port Stephens students share in $40,000 in Mayoral scholarships

Twenty-one talented and inspiring students have been awarded a share of $40,000 as part of the 2022 Port Stephens Mayoral Academic Scholarships