

Shoal Bay Food & Wine Festival
Plan your calendar with our guide to what's on in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter.


New Port Stephens Council officially on board
Port Stephens Council has welcomed its new Councillors during the Oaths of Office ceremony at last night's first meeting of the term.


Port Stephens to Celebrate its Biggest Australia Day Yet
Port Stephens is set to celebrate its biggest Australia Day, with Citizenship Ceremonies, live music, markets, pool parties and more.


Mayoral Academic Scholarships open for 2023
A total of $40,000 is now available to help Port Stephens students starting TAFE or university in 2023.


Medowie on the Move with New Draft Place Plan
It’s time for residents of Medowie to have their say on proposed actions in the Draft Medowie Place Plan that aim to make Medowie a...

Critically Acclaimed Author to Visit Port Stephens
True-crime fans have the opportunity to get intimate with the writings of award-winning Australian author Mark Tedeschi when he visits...


Potholes and Road Repairs a Priority for the Port
Since January this year, Council has filled more than 36,000 potholes and still have more than 900 to go. Sunshine and dry weather has...


Council secures grant funding to support reconstruction of Fingal Bay landslip site
Following the March 2021 storms, Port Stephens Council has secured $1,861,284 to support essential public asset reconstruction at Marine...

On-demand bus trial begins in Karuah and Swan Bay
Port Stephens Council has secured $93,560 from the NSW Government to trial an on-demand community bus service for Karuah. Mayor Ryan...


Solar panels supports a sustainable future
Port Stephens Council will install solar panels on 14 community buildings as part of an ongoing commitment to achieve a carbon neutral...


Sustainable Futures Festival
11 SEPTEMBER, PORT STEPHENS In partnership with local communities, environmental groups and businesses, EcoNetwork Port Stephens is...


Independent experts say it’s time for change
Internationally recognised experts from the University of New England Centre for Local Government have confirmed Port Stephens Council...


Flooding continues to isolate properties across Port Stephens
Following a week of heavy rain and rising rivers, residents of Hinton, Woodville and Osterley remain isolated while many others continue...


Port Stephens Council commits to driving long term financial sustainability
Port Stephens Councils’ ongoing commitment to securing long term financial sustainability has been given further support with Councillors...


Sand Dune Safaris
ALL AGES, ALL ABILITIES Come on the ultimate adventure! Join Sand Dune Safaris in one of our purpose built off road vehicles and...