Permit suspension lifted due to easing conditions in Lower Hunter | Port Stephens Council Due to recent rainfall over the last week, the Lower Hunter RFS has made a decision to lift the suspension of permits.
Old skate park makes way for new facilities in Raymond Terrace | Port Stephens Council With the opening of the brand new $200,000 skate park at Boomerang Park and $80,000 skate park at Lakeside Reserve late last year, Raymond Terrace's old skate park behind Marketplace shopping centre will be removed in February 2018.
Council votes to fast-track $15.9m community priority projects | Port Stephens Council After extensive community consultation, Port Stephens Council has tonight voted to fast-track $15.9 million worth of projects identified as priorities by the community.
Council puts safety first, opting in to new rock fishing Act | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens Council resolved last night to opt in to the recently introduced Rock Fishing Safety Act 2016 (the Act), to promote greater safety for rock fishing across the Port.
Ready, set, go! Work to begin on Robinson Reserve upgrade | Port Stephens Council The long-awaited upgrade of Robinson Reserve will kick off from 31 October after the NSW Government gave Port Stephens Council approval for works to proceed.
Lakeside Leisure Centre outdoor pool closed for emergency maintenance | Port Stephens Council Update: Monday 5 November
Lifeguards ready for another busy season on Port Stephens beaches | Port Stephens Council Summer is nearly here and the Australian Lifeguard Service, Port Stephens Council and local Surf Life Saving Clubs are preparing for another busy beach season.
Yacaaba Street extension opens Nelson Bay town centre to foreshore | Port Stephens Council 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.
Eco-warrior receives Citizen of the Year at Port’s Annual Awards | Port Stephens Council Plastic Free Port Stephens founder and eco-warrior Alicia Cameron has been named Port Stephens' Citizen of the Year for her work to educate the community on waste reduction and alternatives to single-use plastics. She is one of 9 community members and groups recognised at the Port Stephens Annual Awards.
Notice of intention to treat infestations of aquatic weeds - October 2021 | 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.