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Newcastle Fringe Festival takes the stage at Soldiers Point
10 March 2026
Newcastle Fringe Festival takes the stage at Soldiers Point

Performing arts is gaining momentum in Port Stephens with the arrival of a major festival on 15 March 2026. This event brings award-winning talent to the local community.

Council empowers local women making a difference
10 March 2026
Council empowers local women making a difference

Four $1,000 scholarships were awarded in recognition of outstanding contributions across business, sport, health and community leadership across Port Stephens.

Chef Darren Robertson to headline Shoal Bay Food and Wine Festival
3 March 2026
Chef Darren Robertson to headline Shoal Bay Food and Wine Festival

Returning 14 March 2026, the festival will feature incredible food, wine, cooking demonstrations, live music, and those iconic Shoal Bay sunset views.

Council Meeting overview, 26 February 2026
2 March 2026
Council Meeting overview, 26 February 2026

In this February's Council Meeting overview, Mayor Anderson shares the highlights from the meeting.

Raymond Terrace to take centre stage for 2026 Koori Knockout
26 February 2026
Raymond Terrace to take centre stage for 2026 Koori Knockout

King Park, Raymond Terrace in Port Stephens, will host the 2026 Koori Knockout, bringing one of Australia’s largest Aboriginal cultural events to the region.

Your Port – February 2026
16 February 2026
Your Port – February 2026

Read the latest edition of Your Port – Port Stephen's monthly newsletter featuring all the latest news, updates on major projects and what's on in our community.

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14 March
Shoal Bay Food and Wine Festival 2026

The Shoal Bay Food and Wine Festival is back on Saturday 14 March 2026! Mark your calendar, gather your friends and get ready for an unforgettable day by the bay. Set aga…

15 March
Newcastle Fringe Festival - The pretty amazing show

This award-winning family show bursts with mad magic, ridiculous robots, and super circus stunts.

19 March
Sensory Storytime

Sensory Storytime is an early literacy program created for children who may be overwhelmed by the format of regular Storytime sessions. Children of all abilities are invi…

Recurring event

19 March
Harmony Week World Movie and Morning Tea: A Stitch in Time (M)

A heart-warming story about a former dressmaker who reinvents herself after befriending a young Chinese fashion designer. Rated M

21 March
Mattress and tyres drop off day - Salamander Bay

Bring along old mattresses and tyres, and we'll take care of the rest.

21 March
Problem waste drop off days

Check out our problem waste drop off days happening throughout 2026 for items including old tyres, rims, mattresses, textiles, chemicals and paints, marine flares and mor…

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We acknowledge the Worimi as the original Custodians and inhabitants of Port Stephens. May we walk the road to tomorrow with mutual respect and admiration as we care for the beautiful land and waterways together.

Guudji-yiigu, Yii Worimi-guba barray. Welcome to Port Stephens Council.