Federal Government Announces Funding Boost for Local Councils

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BY CHARLOTTE LLOYDThe Federal Government has announced a major funding boost as part of the 2022-23 Financial Assistance Grants Payment. This...

Hunter koalas hoping for lifeline in Federal funding

Hunter News 7 February 2022

It's hoped the Hunter will get a share in a $10 million funding stream to protect endangered koalas on the East Coast.

Deputy Mayor Paul Le Mottee barred from Port Stephens ballot

Hunter News 26 November 2021

Port Stephens Deputy Lord Mayor Paul Le Mottee says a mouse click has cost him his chance at the council election, after the Electoral Commission rejected his nomination.

Port Stephens Council Commits to Carbon Neutrality by 2025

Hunter News 13 October 2021

Port Stephens Council have made a commitment to become carbon neutral by 2025.

Community Calls To Use Tomaree Lodge As Emergency Housing

Hunter News 11 June 2021

There's a new push to use the now vacant Tomaree Lodge as crisis accommodation for local families in need of a home.

Controversial Parklets To Be Removed From Shoal Bay Shopfront

Hunter News 9 June 2021

Port Stephens Council has passed a motion to remove controversial public furniture from the Shoal Bay shopping strip.

Sand Transfer System Could Be Clogging Myall River

Hunter News 4 June 2021

Efforts to repair erosion on Jimmys Beach could be causing silt to build up in the Myall River, say community members.

Veterans Hit the High Seas at Port Stephens for Mental Health Fishing Event

Hunter News 24 February 2021

More than 70 veterans and their family members from across the country took to the Port Stephens coast on Wednesday as part of a social fishing event to support their mental health.

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