Commun-knity connects post lockdown by having a yarn | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens Council launched it's Have a Yarn community connections program today aimed at reducing social isolation experienced as a result of the COVID-19 global pandemic.
Applications open for new Heritage and Environment Advisory Groups | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens residents are invited to apply to participate in one of two new advisory groups focused on environmental matters and our local heritage.
Port Stephens opens new round of Mayoral Academic Scholarships for 2025 | Port Stephens Council The Port Stephens Mayoral Academic Scholarships are offering a total of $34,000 to help local students pursue TAFE or university studies in 2025.
Council celebrates milestone of 1000 DAs approved in 2021 | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens Council has reached a significant milestone, approving over 1000 Development Applications so far in 2021, a 23% increase from previous years.
Community invited to complete Council’s satisfaction survey | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens residents are encouraged to have their say on Council's performance in key areas by participating in the 2019 Community Satisfaction Survey.
Kick goals with an International Women’s Day scholarship | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens women have the opportunity to receive a $1000 scholarship to achieve a goal in 2020 as part of local celebrations for International Women's Day.
Inclusive new playground officially opened in Shoal Bay | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer has officially opened a brand new all-abilities playground at Shoal Bay's Bernie Thompson Reserve.
Council helping kids Thrive with new childcare services | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens is set to benefit from expanded childcare services under the new brand Thrive Kids, which has launched Out Of School Hours care (OOSH) at Fern Bay Public School.
Celebrating 20 years of the Tomaree Multipurpose Centre | Port Stephens Council Port Stephens Council is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Tomaree Multipurpose Centre, and along with it, the special community partnership that has given school children and the community access to quality facilities for two decades.
Local Government Week celebrates the power of community | Port Stephens Council Celebrating The Power of Community, Port Stephens Council is proud to mark Local Government Week 2018 from today. An annual celebration, the week aims to promote the importance of councils to all residents, ratepayers and businesses.