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$25m of projects for Port Stephens in 2018 - 2019

Port Stephens Council will invest $25.2 million in major projects across our local government area in 2018-2019 to improve the quality of facilities for our community.
Changed traffic conditions Kerrigan Street, Nelson Bay

Port Stephens Council will be changing the road priorities at the intersection of Kerrigan Street and Trevally Street, Nelson Bay.
Council meeting cancelled 23 October

The Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, 23 October will be cancelled due to the lack of quorum. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, 13 November.
Temporary suspension of alcohol free zone

Following a request from the Tomaree Business Chamber, Port Stephens Council has approved a temporary suspension of part of the Nelson Bay Alcohol Free Zone for the purpose of the annual Tastes at the Bay Festival.
Expression of interest - marathon exchange Japan 2019

Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from Port Stephens residents to represent our area in a marathon exchange with our Sister City in Tateyama, Japan from 24-29 January 2019. The Wakashio Marathon is an annual event which includes a full marathon, a 10km race and a 2km family race.
$5.4m for Birubi Point Aboriginal Place Tourism interchange

It's the gateway to the stunning Worimi Conservation Lands and the largest moving sand dunes in the southern hemisphere - and now Birubi Point Aboriginal Place will have a tourism interchange to match.
Nelson Bay Foreshore among first regional parks to win Green Flag award

Nelson Bay Foreshore Regional Park has been awarded Parks & Leisure Australia's prestigious Green Flag Award for 'raising the standard' for parks and green spaces.
Gan Gan Road, One Mile

Temporary road closure along a section of Gan Gan Road, One Mile.
Story Tellers Festival to weave tales in Raymond Terrace

Writers, poets, artists, filmmakers and photographers will share their skills and showcase their work as part of the new Story Tellers Festival in Raymond Terrace from 24-28 October 2018.
Our future. Our Port Stephens

Port Stephens Council tonight endorsed a decision to proceed with an application to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) for a rate increase.
Have a say on revamp of Robinson Reserve

Skaters, riders, kids and kids at heart are invited to help design the new skate park and playground at Anna Bay's Robinson Reserve as part of upgrades to the Birubi Point Aboriginal Place.
Notice of intention to treat infestations of aquatic weeds - October 2018

Notice is given that Port Stephens Council intends to treat infestations of aquatic weeds on or in drains, depressions and waterways throughout the Council area.