News

In-house design for Hinton and Medowie amenities brings big benefits

Two of Port Stephens' most loved recreational spaces are set to receive exciting new additions, with purpose-built amenities scheduled for Stuart Park in Hinton and Boyd Oval in Medowie.
Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club appointed operator of Sailing and Aquatic Club

Port Stephens Council has appointed the Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club (NCYC) as the new licensee and operator of the Port Stephens Sailing and Aquatic Club facility effective 20 November 2020.
New exercise program for over 50s launching in Raymond Terrace

A new exercise program for people over 50, Strength for Life, has launched in Raymond Terrace.
Port Stephens Council winners at Excellence in the Environment Awards

The discovery of a new frog species and the journey to protect it, has landed Port Stephens Council the Roadside Environment Management Award at the Local Government NSW Excellence in the Environment Awards 2020.
Small businesses invited to attend Big Impact online expo

Port Stephens business owners who have felt the effects of COVID-19 are being encouraged to attend a virutal event as part of Small Business Month this October.
Crafty Connections — preventing social isolation during COVID-19

Over the coming weeks, seniors within our community will receive a special package from local school children as part of an initiative to help combat social isolation caused by COVID-19.
Spot ‘Joe Rider’ across the Hunter Region and win

As part of Motorcycle Awareness Month, motorists are invited to spot 'Joe Rider' from 19 to 23 October 2020 and report their sightings for the chance to win a daily gift voucher.Register your Joe Rider sighting by 23 October 2020.
Port Stephens ready for COVID Safe Summer

With the holiday season approaching Port Stephens Council is reminding the community and visitors to continue to follow the NSW public health orders and be COVID Safe this summer.
Call to nominate Port’s COVID-19 heroes for Annual Awards

Port Stephens Council is calling for the community to nominate local heroes who have supported others through COVID-19 in the Annual Awards.
Small Business Month helping Port businesses bounce back from COVID-19

Small businesses will have the opportunity to workshop new ideas online, boost their digital skills and connect with other businesses in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic as part of the NSW Government's Small Business Month.
Terrace Reflections bringing art to the streets of Raymond Terrace

A new artwork installation has been revealed in Raymond Terrace today as part of Port Stephens Council's new Terrace Reflections art project titled 'Everyday Wonders of Raymond Terrace'.
Port yarn bombed as part of COVID-19 community connections program

Port Stephens has been yarn bombed as part of our 'Have a Yarn' community connections program - aimed at reducing social isolation from a safe distance.