News

New café and upgrades on the way for Lakeside Leisure Centre

Lakeside Leisure Centre will soon be home to a new café, entry area and more spaces to relax as part of a renovation kicking off from Monday 28 June 2021.
Nelson Bay marina car park works for smart parking signage

We're one step closer to switching on our smart parking digital signage in Nelson Bay with works commencing Monday 21 June to Friday 25 June to install electric cabling before the school holidays.
New Soldiers Point revetment wall protects coastline and improves accessibility

The coastline of Soldiers Point is now in better shape thanks to a new rock revetment wall and pathway to stabilise the area and provide safer connections.
Port Stephens receives $3 million grant for better public spaces

New shared paths and better civic spaces are on the cards for Port Stephens, with Council successfully receiving a $3 million grant from the NSW Government's Public Spaces Legacy Fund.
Election candidates encouraged to find out more about Council

Anyone thinking of nominating for the 2021 local government election in Port Stephens is encouraged to find out more about what's involved in representing the community at an upcoming information night.
Whales Tales returns to Port Stephens this winter

In celebration of World Oceans Day, the community is invited to join our free headland whale watching talks this winter to learn about humpback whales and where to spot them in Port Stephens.
No space for weeds in Port Stephens

Port Stephens is known for its incredible natural beauty and to keep it that way, Council is raising awareness about protecting the local environment from weeds.
Solar lights up fish cleaning tables across Port Stephens

Port Stephens fishers can rejoice with the addition of new solar lights at fish cleaning tables, making it easier to use fishing facilities year-round.
Seed library sprouts to life in Port Stephens

Port Stephens Library has launched a new free Seed Library for members of the community to learn a new skill, better understand biodiversity and grow their own plants.
New pathways paving the way to better connectivity

Work on 4 new shared pathways will kick off this winter, paving the way to better connectivity and accessibility in Port Stephens.
Have your say on Council’s performance

Port Stephens residents are encouraged to have a say on Council's performance in key areas as part of the 2021 Community Satisfaction Survey.
Council lets the dogs out at Birubi, Boat Harbour

Port Stephens Council is asking for community feedback on our proposed changes for dog exercise areas in Anna Bay, Fishermans Bay and Boat Harbour.