News

Nelson Bay dive site set for safety and access improvements

Works to improve access and safety at the popular Pipeline Dive Site in Nelson Bay are set to begin next week, following a significant landslip that occurred during the March 2021 natural disaster.
Wellbeing becomes a stronger focus for Port Stephens

This week, Port Stephens Council unanimously agreed to adopt the Community Wellbeing Strategy to create a more inclusive and healthy place to live.
Councillors and community to revitalise Raymond Terrace

West Ward Councillors are calling on community members to work together to improve the vibrancy of the Raymond Terrace Central Business District.
Alternate traffic conditions in place for Tri Port Stephens Festival

The popular triathlon event will be hosted in Port Stephens this Saturday 11 May 2024 and is expected to attract a large number of visitors from across the state.
Irrawang High School performers crowned winners of inaugural Port Stephens Battle of the Arts

Battle of the Arts gave Port Stephens young people the stage to showcase their creative talents and perform to win a major prize of $500.
Shoal Bay Place Plan set to create a vibrant future

Following broad community engagement, Port Stephens Council unanimously agreed to adopt the Shoal Bay Place Plan at its ordinary meeting on Tuesday 23 April 2024.
Survive your next ride with free motorcycling workshops across the Hunter

Port Stephens Council, in conjunction with Cessnock, Maitland, MidCoast and Central Coast Councils, are joining forces to promote motorcycle safety through a series of free workshops.
Commemorate ANZAC Day in Port Stephens

Find out where you can commemorate ANZAC Day across Port Stephens on Thursday 25 April.
Women's Safety Through Interactive Art

Port Stephens will soon be the home to four interactive outdoor digital display boxes, designed to enhance the feeling of safety for women and girls in public spaces.
Have your say on Council’s facilities and services

Port Stephens Council is encouraging residents to have their say on Council’s facilities and services by participating in the 2024 Community Satisfaction Survey.
It’s time for businesses to have a say

Port Stephens’ businesses have an opportunity to have a say on what’s working and what they’d like to see improved as part of the Port Stephens Business Health Check.
Season of sailing is back in Port Stephens

The season of sailing is upon us with Sail Port Stephens back for 3 weeks of premier yachting events over April and May.