Working with social media algorithms | Port Stephens Council Social media algorithms are continually being restructured and formatted. Facebook is the latest, earlier this year the feed algorithm was updated to prioritise content from "friends, family and groups" to ensure meaningful interactions.
Celebrating Australia Day in Port Stephens | Port Stephens Council A jam packed program of family-friendly free events is planned across 4 locations in Port Stephens to celebrate Australia Day on Friday 26 January 2024.
'Red tide' at Port Stephens beaches | Port Stephens Council A 'red tide' identified as Noctiluca scintillans is currently affecting beaches from Port Stephens to the Central Coast.The algal bloom is non-toxic however we don't recommend swimming in it as it can cause skin irritation.The bloom may be around for a few weeks and can move with the tide.
Stuart Park wins NSW Architecture Award | Port Stephens Council The new Amenities building and kiosk at Stuart Park, Hinton, won the Small Project Architecture Commendation in the 2023 Newcastle Architecture Awards last Friday 18 November 2022.
Our future. Our Port Stephens. | Port Stephens Council Tonight marked an important milestone in the future of Port Stephens, as Council endorsed lodgement of an application to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) for a rate increase, known as a Special Rate Variation (SRV).
Nelson Bay’s smart parking now live | Port Stephens Council Parking in Nelson Bay just got quicker and easier with the new smart parking system now live.
Vibrant Port Stephens: Funding Available for Community Projects | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens residents and community groups can now apply for funding through Council’s Community Funding Program.
Hunter Councils unite against aggression towards staff | Port Stephens Council A new campaign by 8 Hunter Councils outlines that Council employees are real people too, and reaffirms the old saying that respect is a two-way street.
Mayoral Academic Scholarships open for 2024 | Port Stephens Council A total of $40,000 is now available to help Port Stephens students starting TAFE or university in 2024 as part of the Port Stephens Mayoral Academic Scholarships.
Another COVID Safe Summer for Port Stephens | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens locals are heading into their second COVID Safe Summer, with patrols starting on Fingal, One Mile and Birubi beaches from this Saturday 18 September. Council is reminding locals to continue to follow the NSW public health orders.