Port students get head start with $32,000 of scholarships awarded | Port Stephens Council Sixteen local students have each been given a $2,000 head start to help with their studies at last night's Port Stephens Mayoral Academic Scholarship ceremony.
Costa Georgiadis to star at Port’s free, family-friendly field day | Port Stephens Council Gardening Australia's Costa Georgiadis is heading to Port Stephens to spread the word about invasive woody weeds at a free, family-friendly field day on Sunday 24 March 2019.
Port playgrounds to reopen with additional COVID-Safe measures in place | Port Stephens Council From Friday 27 August playgrounds and skate parks across Port Stephens will reopen with additional COVID-Safe measures in place.
Free testing for loose-fill asbestos insulation for Newcastle residents | Port Stephens Council 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.
$500,000 for coronavirus-affected Port Stephens tourism and business | Port Stephens Council 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.
Notice of intention to treat infestations of aquatic weeds - June 2018 | Port Stephens Council 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.
Notice of intention to treat infestations of aquatic weeds - July 2018 | Port Stephens Council 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.
Council supports runway upgrades at Newcastle Airport to deliver more for locals and visitors | Port Stephens Council Following a Mayoral Minute from Mayor Ryan Palmer, last night Council pledged its support for runway upgrades at Newcastle Airport to enable further expansion for the region. Aligned with the Greater Newcastle Future Transport Plan, Council recognised the strategic importance of Newcastle Airport to drive growth in tourism, exports and local economies for the future of the region.
Small Business Month helping Port businesses bounce back from COVID-19 | Port Stephens Council Small businesses will have the opportunity to workshop new ideas online, boost their digital skills and connect with other businesses in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic as part of the NSW Government's Small Business Month.
Funding sees Mobile Preschool expand services for Port Stephens children | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens Council's mobile preschool is set to expand to provide services five days a week, following an announcement that Council has been successful in receiving $60,000 as part of the NSW Department of Education's Early Childhood Education Directorate.