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25.01.2022 In celebration of #NAIDOCWeek we have installed a Sea of Hands in Apex Park, Nelson Bay. Make sure you check it out this week and tag us in your photos! Always was, always will be.

25.01.2022 When you visit the beach this summer make sure you stay COVID Safe by: keeping 1 towel length between you and others keeping group sizes to a minimum avoiding peak times... choosing an alternate location if busy. See more

25.01.2022 Smart parking is coming to Nelson Bay! Registration for parking permits will open in the coming months. If you have any questions before then you can pop into 2/26-28 Donald Street, Nelson Bay to get answers from the experts! For more information or FAQS visit http://bit.ly/ParkingInPortStephens

24.01.2022 As we pause to reflect this Remembrance Day, we have the opportunity to contribute stories of local commemoration to help build the National Register of War Memorials. Places of Pride is an Australian War Memorial initiative to record the location and gather images of every war memorial in Australia. Help build the nation’s archive by putting our region on the map. You can upload photos to https://placesofpride.awm.gov.au... #PlacesofPride #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #WeRememberThem

24.01.2022 Since adopting the Port Stephens Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS) and Local Housing Strategy (Live Port Stephens) in July, Council has already started work on a number of actions in the documents. There’s no dust collecting on these strategies! Check out what we've done so far below. Prepared an investment prospectus for Port Stephens (to be released this month)... Exhibited a planning proposal to support higher densities in the Nelson Bay town centre Adopted the Port Stephens Smart City Blueprint - a plan for investment in digital infrastructure and projects in Port Stephens Adopted an amendment to Part B1 Tree Management of the Port Stephens DCP to assist landowners identify when removal of vegetation can occur without Council approval Reviewed the Climate Change Adaption Action Plan and are preparing an implementation plan Investigated precinct based solutions to improve urban water quality Made a submission on the NSW Housing Strategy Discussion Paper to request access to regional housing preferences data and further State reforms to help councils better plan for lifestyle villages and estates You can read more about our strategies here http://bit.ly/PortStephensPlanningStrategies

24.01.2022 The Start House Port Stephens Pitch Night is happening virtually next Tuesday 20 October at 5pm. Have you registered yet? Grab your free ticket here https://bit.ly/349YqTt

23.01.2022 NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, in collaboration with contractors Turf Design, have created a draft master plan for the Tomaree Coastal Walk and placed it on public exhibition for feedback. The plan provides a framework and conceptual designs for the delivery of the 20-kilometre Tomaree Coastal Walk connecting Tomaree Head to Birubi Point. The Tomaree Coastal Walk will cater for a range of immersive, nature-based visitor experiences from short walks to half day and ...overnight options rich in Worimi culture, historic heritage and natural wonders, providing opportunities for tourism partnerships. You can view the plan and submit your comments at www.environment.nsw.gov.au/consult. You can also email your feedback to [email protected] or mail to NPWS Hunter-Central Coast Branch, PO Box 488G, Newcastle, NSW, 2300 Hard copies of the plan are available at Tomaree Library and Community Centre. If you wish to discuss the draft plans with the project team you can book to attend a COVID safe information session, tomorrow, Saturday 10 October 2020. To book, call the Nelson Bay office during business hours on 02 4984 8200.

21.01.2022 A new on-road shared path between Nelson Bay and Little Beach is coming soon! The temporary path will create a safer route between the town centre and the beach and will connect to the existing path network. Works are set to begin Tuesday 20 October, weather permitting. During the works, there will be a temporary closure of the section of Victoria Parade around Fly Point headland.

21.01.2022 A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for this afternoon. Safe safe everyone

21.01.2022 If your property is managed by a real estate agent or strata manager in Port Stephens you can take advantage of additional garbage and recycling bin services during the Christmas school holidays. Your current garbage bin will be collected twice per week. Your current recycling bin will be collected weekly rather than the regular fortnightly service. The additional collection service is available for a set 6 week period only, from 21 December 2020 to 31 January 2021.... Ask your agent to arrange this service before 23 November 2020 to avoid disappointment, or contact Council’s Waste Services team on 4988 0255.

20.01.2022 150 care packs were collected today to be delivered to Aboriginal Elders in the Port Stephens community. This project was a collaboration between Port Stephens Council, Hunter New England Primary Health, Wahroonga Aboriginal Corporation, Aboriginal Affairs and Aboriginal Health. Photographed is Jennifer Underwood (Port Stephens Council), Deputy Mayor Paul Le Mottee, Dianne Ball (Wahroonga Aboriginal Corporation) Leonie Garvey (Aboriginal Health Unit, Hunter New England Health), Lilli Holmes (Aboriginal Health Unit, Hunter New England Health), Cheryl Kitchener (Aboriginal Affairs), Karen Austin (Tomaree Community Hospital and Health Service) and Cassandra Knight (Raymond Terrace Health Centre).

19.01.2022 The NSW Government has launched a new campaign to inspire more women to represent their community and run for council at the September 2021 local government elections. There are a series of workshops and programs being made available for potential female candidates across the State. Through a combination of online webinars and face-to-face workshops, the training will help address the barriers women face when they run for office. Workshop details can be found on Women for Election Australia’s website, here: https://wfea.org.au/

19.01.2022 Do you love spending time at the park with the kids? We'd love your feedback on our draft Play Space strategy! You can read more information and take the survey at https://bit.ly/PlaySpaceStrategy

19.01.2022 Over the coming weeks, seniors within our community will receive a special package from local school children as part of an initiative to help combat social isolation caused by COVID-19. Students from Raymond Terrace, Grahamstown and Irrawang Public Schools were tasked with creating artwork that illustrates what they are grateful for and what they love about their community. These artworks were printed onto calico bags and are now filled with items from a range of local businesses. The bags will be distributed to seniors across the community via Integrated Living.

18.01.2022 We have created a draft Public Domain Plan for Raymond Terrace a 20 year vision for how we'll create better public spaces for our community. Now we need your help to make sure we're heading in the right direction. You can have your say at our pop up stand on William Street, Raymond Terrace on Wednesday 18 November from 11am to 2pm or via our survey.... To check out the draft Public Domain Plan and take the survey visit https://bit.ly/RaymondTerracePublicDomainPlan

18.01.2022 There are only 2 days left to nominate for our Annual Awards! If you know of anyone who makes an outstanding contribution to our Port Stephens community then make sure you nominate them at portstephens.nsw.gov.au/awards

18.01.2022 Travelling has been made a bit easier for people with a disability this school holidays. This Marveloo facility will be at Twelve Mile Creek rest area until Wednesday 21 October.

16.01.2022 Transport for NSW is asking for community feedback on 3 proposed routes that are being investigated for the Fingal Bay Link Road. You can send your comments to [email protected] by 5pm Friday 11 December. More info: nswroads.work/fingalbay

15.01.2022 There is a total fire ban in effect this weekend. Make sure you review your bushfire survival plan and do what you can to keep your families and pets safe and cool.

15.01.2022 The NRL will be hosting a League Stars Program at Lakeside Sporting Complex, the home of the Raymond Terrace Roosters during Term 4. League Stars is a non-contact skill development program that provides the perfect introduction to Rugby League for children aged 5 -12. For more information on the program go to www.leaguestars.com or contact Luke Lawrence via email at [email protected] or on 0402 892 487.

15.01.2022 We are currently reviewing the dog off-lead areas across Anna Bay, Fishermans Bay and Boat Harbour and we need your help! You can provide feedback and take our survey at haveyoursay.portstephens.nsw.gov.au/dog-off-lead-review You can also join us at our drop in sessions on Thursday 3 December from 3-4pm in the Boat Harbour South Headland carpark and 5-6pm at Birubi Headland near the Surf Club.

13.01.2022 To keep everyone safe this New Year’s Eve, there will be no annual fireworks event at the Nelson Bay Foreshore. More information: https://bit.ly/PSCNYE2020

11.01.2022 It’s that time again when we ask the people of Port Stephens to nominate for our Annual Awards! We’re taking this opportunity to look back on some of last year’s winners and the amazing things they do for Port Stephens in this video is Lorraine Nicol, Freeman of Port Stephens. Nominations are open now: https://www.portstephens.nsw.gov.au/awards

10.01.2022 We are broadcasting live with members of Port Stephens Council's waste team to talk about the Waste Strategy we're currently developing. Ask your questions in the comment section below

09.01.2022 Anna Bay Cemetery is having some work done to top dress and level graves in section 11. This work starts tomorrow, Wednesday 2 December and will take 2 days, weather permitting.

07.01.2022 A few months ago, we asked you to respond to a 'restart' survey. Your responses helped us come up with a plan on how we can restart Port Stephens following the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. You can check out a snapshot of the survey results below! For a more detailed report on the survey results, click here: http://bit.ly/RestartSurvey

06.01.2022 Smart parking is coming to Nelson Bay! If you're a resident, ratepayer or employee of a Nelson Bay CBD business, you can now apply for your free parking permit here http://bit.ly/ParkingInPortStephens If you have any questions, or need help submitting your application you can pop into 2/26-28 Donald Street, Nelson Bay to get answers from the experts!

06.01.2022 If you’re looking to implement revenue and employment growth strategies or potentially reboot, innovate or pivot due to change in circumstances from COVID-19, this short mentoring scholarship program could be for you. Fully funded by NSW Treasury as part of their commitment to Small Business Month, the program is offered online for free in a structured workshop format with each group meeting 3 times during October for 1 hour. To submit your expression of interest visit https://map.institute/

04.01.2022 Looking for a new opportunity? We are currently recruiting our trainee and cadet positions for next year. You can check out all the details at https://bit.ly/PSCCareerOpportunities

03.01.2022 Everyone asks WHO let the dogs out but no one asks WHERE you want to let them out. We would love you to have your say on the dog off-lead areas in Anna Bay, Fishermans Bay and Boat Harbour. We've hosting 2 drop-in sessions on Thursday 3 December 2020. We will be at Boat Harbour South Headland carpark from 3 to 4pm and at Birubi Headland (near the Surf Club) from 5 to 6pm. ... You can also fill out our survey at https://haveyoursay.portstephens.nsw.gov.au/dog-off-lead-re

01.01.2022 Have a great idea to help bring life back to our streets? The Evening Economy Fund is open now until Saturday 31 October! Projects could include things like live music, art exhibitions, street performers, night markets, public art, instant choirs or flashmobs, ghost tours, guided walks or movie nights in the park. You can read the funding guidelines and apply here: http://bit.ly/EveningEconomyFund... If you need help with your application just give us a call on 02 4988 0255 or email [email protected].

01.01.2022 Our next PS Live event is all about waste! You can tune in on Wednesday 25 November at 5:30pm to ask your questions and provide feedback to the experts. Click 'going' on our event page to be reminded when we go live: https://www.facebook.com/events/360784631869710