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The embattled Port Stephens tourism and business sectors are breathing a little easier today after Council last night endorsed up to $500,000 funding for initiatives to support these industries which have taken an economic hit in the wake of the coronavirus or COVID-19.
Port Stephens Council has requested the NSW Rural Fire Service conduct a Hazard Reduction Burn on Stoney Ridge Reserve to reduce the risk of bushfire threat to neighbouring properties from 14 March 2020.
Bright ideas to step-up Port Stephens' visitor experience are being sought as part of a new incubator program for entrepreneurs or businesses looking to expand.
A total of $36,000 has been awarded to 18 talented and inspiring students as part of the 2020 Port Stephens Mayoral Academic Scholarships, thanks to the financial support of local businesses.
The largest seniors festival in the southern hemisphere, NSW Seniors Festival, is coming to Port Stephens from Tuesday 11 to Friday 21 February 2020.
Plastic Free Port Stephens founder and eco-warrior Alicia Cameron has been named Port Stephens' Citizen of the Year for her work to educate the community on waste reduction and alternatives to single-use plastics. She is one of 9 community members and groups recognised at the Port Stephens Annual Awards.
Port Stephens women have the opportunity to receive a $1000 scholarship to achieve a goal in 2020 as part of local celebrations for International Women's Day.
Updated: 18 Nov 2021 6:19pmHunter Water is calling on Port Stephens and the lower Hunter region to make smart water choices in their everyday lives to help save our precious resource this spring and summer.
After almost 20 years of ongoing legal proceedings, Port Stephens Council has come to an agreement with the current owners of Lagoons Estate.
Help us keep Australia beautiful this Clean Up Australia Day 2020 by becoming a volunteer or site supervisor!
A packed program of free, family-friendly events will be on offer across Port Stephens to celebrate Australia Day on Sunday 26 January 2020 with funds to be raised at the events to help with the bushfire emergency.
The Port Stephens community knows first-hand the devastating effects fires can bring on people, properties and wildlife. That's why we stand together with our fellow communities through this devastating bushfire crisis to show our support.
