Port Stephens Examiner
Saturday, 9 December 2023
Beach safety number one priority at Port Stephens beaches this summer
Port Stephens beachgoers are reminded to swim between the red and yellow flags this summer. File picture
Laura Rumbel
Our History
130th Anniversary: Taking local media into the future
The editorial team from Port Stephens Examiner is excited to be building on the proud tradition of those who have gone before.
Donna Sharpe
Boaters urged to check their vessel and equipment before hitting the sea
Newsroom
Marine Rescue NSW radio operators managed 16,736 calls in November. Picture supplied
Opinion
The customer's always ripe, for a rip-off
Garry Linnell
Supermarket companies persist with the myth of self-service checkouts. Picture Shutterstock
Sensitive Content
Whoops! Live anchor caught flipping the bird
Anna Houlahan
Maryam Moshiri gets serious. Picture via BBC News
Nelson Bay Makos win Division 2 cricket thriller against Garden Falcons
Peter Arnold and Michael Hartshorn
Nelson Bay Makos win Division 2 cricket thriller against Garden Falcons
Protesters urged to stand firm: No Coastal Wind Farms rally on Sunday
George Trinkler Senior, Joe Trinkler and George Trinkler at the community protest on the Nelson Bay foreshore.. Picture by Peter Lorimer
Michael Hartshorn and Matthew Kelly
Out of water in three years: New plan sets out Hunter drought response
Michael Parris
A farmer mustering cattle on a drought-affected property in the Upper Hunter in October. Picture by Peter Lorimer
Rocky Horror Show tickets up for grabs
The Rocky Horror Show original Australian cast 2023. Picture by Daniel Boud
Newsroom
Nelson Bay's Aussie golf champion Lachlan Pearson is a natural at game
Michael Hartshorn
Lachlan Pearson at the Horizons Golf Club where he plays with his father and coach Vince Owens. Picture by Michael Hartshonr
What's on
Your go-to guide to what's on in Port Stephens
Laura Rumbel
Head along to Ferodale Oval for Medowie's annual Christmas Carnival this Saturday. Picture supplied
Photos
MP Kate Washington helps release her namesake Kate the koala
Michael Hartshorn
Kate Washington and Koala Hospital volunteer Jen Cowell release Kate the koala onto a tree at the Nelson Bay Golf Club on Saturday..
Our History
130th Anniversary: Port Stephens stares down coal tycoon
More than 50 years have passed since the Nelson Bay community won out against multi-national coal miner Clutha Development.
Ben Carr
Photos
End of an era: Port Stephens year 12 students celebrate in style
Laura Rumbel
The 2023 graduating class of Tomaree High School celebrated the end of their schooling years on November 6. Picture supplied
All the glitz and glam from Hunter River High School's year 12 formal
Staff members Nicole Jones and Fiona Lovell (middle) with year 12 graduates Jocelyn Brady, Ocea Liston-Smith and Montana Latham at Merewether Surfhouse.
Laura Rumbel
What's on
From live music to Christmas carols, here's what's on in Port Stephens
Laura Rumbel
An unforgettable night of live entertainment at Shoal Bay Country when 1927 hits the stage.
Nelson Bay Tennis Club's Dave Matthews Seniors tournament huge success
Michael Hartshorn
Kaye Nealon and Kerrie Summerhayes posed for a photo with the United Cup during its visit to Nelson Bay. Picture supplied.
Pet of the Week: Meet Teyah
Rspca Nsw
Teyah is looking for her perfect family. Picture supplied
Supermarket giant's 'weird' interview request
Jessica Coates
Source: file photo.
Al Pacino plays journalist Lowell Bergman in which film? Take our quiz
Anna Houlahan
Al Pacino plays journalist Lowell Bergman in which film? File pictures

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National
Game Awards 2023: Baldur's Gate 3 wins Game of the Year
Timothée Chalamet presents Game of the Year, Swen Vincke in a suit of armour and Matthew McConaughey introduces his new game 'The Exodus'. Picture via thegameawards/YouTube
Jessica Coates Ayden Dawkins
Pair charged with taking toddler after woman injured
Tara Cosoleto
Two people have been charged with taking a child from a woman allegedly injured by one of them. (Tracey Nearmy/AAP PHOTOS)
Updated
Severe Tropical Cyclone Jasper now category 4 off Australian coast
Anna McGuinness
The Bureau's forecast track map for Severe Tropical Cyclone Jasper as of 4.55 am AEST on December 8. Picture by the Bureau of Meteorology
Sport
Port Stephens link to presenting Australian Golf Open at its best
Zack Semmens and Mark Johnson at the Australian Golf Course during the Australian Open. Picture supplied
Peter Arnold
Port Stephens surfer Eden Hasson on a high with world title shot
Eden Hasson after his victory on Sunday. Picture by @moshxmedia, Surfing Australia
Nelson Bay's Aussie golf champion Lachlan Pearson is a natural at game
Michael Hartshorn
Lachlan Pearson at the Horizons Golf Club where he plays with his father and coach Vince Owens. Picture by Michael Hartshonr

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Property
What do you do when your chicks have grown and flown the nest?
Rachel Lane and Noel Whittaker. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Steve Evans
Touch of southern France in the Bay
Touch of southern France in the Bay
Coastal celebration
Coastal celebration
What's On
Inside the case and downfall of disgraced war hero Ben Roberts-Smith
Ben Roberts-Smith leaves court during his unsuccessful defamation trial against Fairfax Media. Picture supplied
Josh Leeson
What's on
Superstar car heads to Canberra as city gears up for bumper Summernats
Peter Brewer
Summernats co-owner Andy Lopez has reshuffled the schedule, with the popular Braddon fringe festival extended to three nights. Picture by Gary Ramage
Mulletfest crowns its new king as the faithful come back to the Hunter
Simon McCarthy
Mick and Harley Crampton of Cessnock at the 2023 Mulletfest grand final at the Hebburn Motorsport Park at Elrington.
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Give the gifts that keep on giving with Samsung this Christmas
The Samsung Freestyle Portable Projector makes the cinematic experience mobile, indoors, outdoors or even the outback. Picture Samsung
Rhiannon Veness
Ag pioneers recognised in this year's Syngenta Growth Awards
The winners of the 2023 Syngenta Growth Awards night. Darren Best (not pictured) won second judges' choice. Picture supplied
Five reasons why the Zown app is a must-have for tweens and teens
Elizabeth Habermann
Zown is a safe, positive mobile app for children aged between eight and 14. Picture Zown

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Community
Port Stephens Friendship Group plans plenty of fun events for 2024
Port Stephens Friendship Group members on a sunset cruise aboard the catamaran YKNOT. Picture supplied
Newsroom
Shoal Bay young entrepreneurs recognised for sustainable business idea
Chloe Coleman
All of the Hunter Young Business Mind Awards 2023 winners and runners up. Picture supplied
Things to Do
Take in the view at gaol's brand new guard tower tour
Chloe Coleman
Maitland Gaol heritage interpretation specialist Zoe Whiting up on the catwalk beside a guard tower. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
Photos and Video
A one-state Israel-Palestine solution is a bad and dangerous idea
Opinion
A two-state solution is needed here. Picture Shutterstock
Paul Rubenstein
Opinion
Dystopian satire: COP28 conference hosted by petrostate
Ebony Bennett
United Nations environment program executive direct Inger Andersen, COP28 president Sultan Al Jaber, and special US presidential envoy for climate John F. Kerry. Picture COP28
An implausible film about growth
Jane Freebury
Picture Magnolia Films
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William Stopford
Car Expert
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Car Expert
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The Senior
"Who are you?" - Don't be scammed by a stranger
Scammers pretending to be from a bank's fraud team are fleecing millions from Australians. Picture Shutterstock
Impersonation scams have fleeced $92 million from us in nine months. Here's how to not be duped.
Staff Reporter
There's an I in independence, says disability advocate
Anne-Mason Furmage won't let her lifelong disability defeat her.
Rowan Cowley
Disability advocate Ann-Mason Furmage. Picture supplied
World War II veteran Reg Chard celebrates 100th birthday
Thousands have heard Reg's stories about Kokoda Track. He has some simple advice to young people.
Staff Reporter
World War II veteran Reg Chard in his home at Villawood, Sydney, NSW. Picture supplied

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The Land
Legless lizards and lookouts in Conimbla National Park
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The legless lizard was not prepared to move. Pictures by Rebecca Nadge
Rebecca Nadge
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Steak, chips and an existential crisis: Food challenges take social media by storm
Layton Holley
Gerogery Hotel publican Norm Carl holds the record for the 1KG steak challenge - eight minutes. Picture by Mark Jesser
Telling stories through photos: Belinda Dimarzio-Bryan's photography goal
'For me, all of my shots need to tell a story...'
Orlander Ruming
Belinda Dimarzio-Bryan's photo of her son trying to feed the ram was chosen as the winner of the National Ag Day competition.
Opinion
Basin buy-outs debate highlights lack of understanding and leadership void
Robbie Sefton
Robbie Sefton says basin communities are frustrated and they don't feel like they've been listened to. File picture
Altina Wildlife Park celebrates birth of three adorable baby lemurs
Cai Holroyd
Altina Wildlife Park has welcomed three new baby black-and-white ruffed lemurs to the park. Picture supplied
Life & Style
Festive, sustainable decorating on a budget
Decorating a Christmas wreath with slices of dried fruit can smell as good as it looks. Pictures Shutterstock
Alternative and affordable ways to treat your loved ones this Christmas
Amandine Ahrens
A listed guide on the ways you can make Christmas gifts affordable and original this year.
Ho, ho, ho: the definitive gourmet Christmas gift guide for 2023
Karen Hardy
Merry Christmas to all our food mad readers. May you find a gift you like under the tree this year. Picture Shutterstock

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