Dogs to have their day at Boat Harbour | Port Stephens Council Boat Harbour Beach is set to become the go to destination for some of our favourite furry friends with dogs allowed on and off-lead during the colder months of the year, and on-lead during the warmer months.
Community Screening – Rachel's Farm | Port Stephens Council Join us for a weekend event hosted by the Hinterland Town Team, featuring screenings of Rachel’s Farm!
2023 Christmas message from Mayor Ryan Palmer | Port Stephens Council Over the past 6 years, I’ve been fortunate enough to be Mayor of Port Stephens. Although tough at times, I feel very privileged to have had the opportunity to lead our Council and work closely with a very dedicated and passionate group of people.
International Women’s Day scholarships now open | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens Council's International Women's Day scholarship program is now open, with 3 $1,000 scholarships up for grabs to help women achieve their goals.
Permits and Post Fire Season 2019 | Port Stephens Council Due to the recent rain falls received across the Cessnock, Maitland, Port Stephens and Dungog Local Government Areas (LGAs), the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) is lifting the suspension on Permits until the end of the Bushfire Danger Period (BFDP).
Watch the Council Meeting overview, 12 November 2024 | Port Stephens Council In this fortnight's Council Meeting overview, Council's Community Futures Director Steve Peart joins Mayor Anderson to share the highlights.
Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment | Port Stephens Council Notification of Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment and invitation for registrations of interest.
Le Mottee elected new Deputy Mayor | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens Council has a new Deputy Mayor in Butterwick resident and West Ward Councillor Paul Le Mottee, who was elected 6 votes to 3 against fellow nominee Councillor Giacomo Arnott. Le Mottee will hold the role for a period of 12 months.
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.
'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.