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Yacaaba Street extension opens Nelson Bay town centre to foreshore

Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer officially opened the $1.85 million extension of Yacaaba Street in Nelson Bay this morning, marking a huge milestone for the town and the first major infrastructure project under the Nelson Bay Next brand.
Historic agreement marks start of NAIDOC Week in Port Stephens

Port Stephens Council, together with Karuah and Worimi Local Aboriginal Land Councils, has kicked off NAIDOC Week celebrations with the signing of an historic agreement.
Council awards $165,000 to community projects

Port Stephens Council has awarded more than $165,000 to local community organisations to help them their valuable projects and services, as part of its annual grant programs.
Council resolves to invest in Port Stephens community

Port Stephens Council will begin an exhaustive community consultation process in July, seeking the views of residents regarding a Special Rate Variation (SRV).
July school holiday activities 2018

Here in Port Stephens there are a great range of activities for children of all ages during the school holidays Monday 9 July until Sunday 22 July 2018.
NAIDOC Week in Port Stephens

With the theme - Because of Her, We Can! - NAIDOC Week 2018 will be held in Port Stephens from 8-15 July, seeing a range of events held throughout the local government area to highlight the significant roles Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women continue to play at community, local, state and national levels.
Fingal Bay proposed one-way streets

Port Stephens Council is seeking residents input into changing a short segment of Marine Drive and Pacific Drive to one way traffic only near Barry Park, Fingal Bay.
Notice of intention to treat infestations of aquatic weeds - July 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.
Free testing for loose-fill asbestos insulation for Newcastle residents

Newcastle home-owners can now register for free loose-fill asbestos insulation testing following the NSW Government's decision to expand the state-wide Taskforce.
Appliance Replacement Offer | Take Control of your energy bill

Reducing your energy bills can be as simple as using appliances with high energy ratings. The Appliance Replacement Offer (ARO) makes it easier for you to upgrade your old fridge or television to a new, more efficient model.
Port Stephens celebrates NAIDOC Week 2018

Marches in Raymond Terrace and Nelson Bay will be the focal point for National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC) celebrations in Port Stephens - beginning on Sunday 9 July to 13 July, 2017.
Port Stephens Council invites a Royal visit

Newlyweds Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex are being formally invited to tour Port Stephens Local Government Area at the behest of Council, as part of their planned visit to Sydney in October 2018 for the Invictus Games.