Community invited to have a say on priority projects for Port Stephens 2020 | Port Stephens Council Speaking at tonight's Council meeting, Mayor Ryan Palmer has laid out a plan to provide vital projects for the community of Port Stephens and invited feedback.
Community members sought to drive progress in Raymond Terrace, Heatherbrae and Medowie | Port Stephens Council Community members and business representatives from Raymond Terrace, Heatherbrae and Medowie are being called on to play an active role in driving progress in their local communities.
Talent and determination of local students rewarded with $36,000 scholarship pool | Port Stephens Council The 2018 Port Stephens Mayoral Academic Scholarships have been awarded to 18 talented and inspiring students, thanks to the financial support of local businesses.
Raymond Terrace Library installs ‘Share the Dignity’ vending machine to provide free period packs | Port Stephens Council Free Share the Dignity period packs are now available at the press of a button to provide sanitary items and reduce period poverty for those in need in our community.
Council saves $70k, 71 Olympic swimming pools of water in just one year | Port Stephens Council Water saving measures implemented in the 2019-20 financial year have saved Port Stephens Council $69,880 and 71 Olympic swimming pools of water according to water consumption data.
Le Mottee re-elected as Deputy Mayor | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens Council Deputy Mayor Paul Le Mottee has been re-elected at the 28 September 2021 ordinary meeting.
Soldiers Point families to benefit with $150k for new playground and park furniture | Port Stephens Council Spencer Park in Soldiers Point is set to be overhauled with $153,750 in funding announced today thanks to the NSW Government Stronger Country Communities Fund.
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.
Town centre revitalisation to provide over $100m in economic benefit for Port Stephens | Port Stephens Council An independent report released today has confirmed that Port Stephens Council's proposal to invest $43 million in rejuvenating town centres will deliver an estimated $109 million economic benefit for local areas in the construction period alone.
Better Homes star Jason Hodges to spread local weed message at free field day | Port Stephens Council Better Homes and Gardens presenter Jason Hodges will help spread the word about an invasive weed that is taking over Port Stephens, as part of a free Hunter-wide African Olive field day on Wednesday 11 April 2018.