News

Construction kicks off at Medowie’s Boyd Oval

Medowie's Boyd Oval will soon be home to a new $1.4 million amenities building that will better cater for rugby union and touch football teams, with works kicking off this week.
Raymond Terrace Library installs ‘Share the Dignity’ vending machine to provide free period packs

Free Share the Dignity period packs are now available at the press of a button to provide sanitary items and reduce period poverty for those in need in our community.
What’s next for Raymond Terrace? New places for people to brighten main street

New places for people to gather and spend time are on the way for William Street in Raymond Terrace to create a more vibrant town centre and support local businesses.
It’s on! brings life and vibrancy to the Bay

A new series of events and activities is set to bring life and vibrancy to the streets of Nelson Bay.
Crowds to return for NAIDOC Week celebrations in Port Stephens

Celebrations for 2021 NAIDOC Week will be in full swing across Port Stephens from 4 to 11 July after COVID-19 kept crowds away in 2020.
Port Stephens welcomes return of Nations of Origin

Update 23 June: PCYC NSW has had to postpone the Nations of Origin tournament due to updated COVID-19 restrictions announced by the NSW Government. We're disappointed for everyone involved but look forward to welcoming the tournament back in September.
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.