An eco-friendly welcome
Welcome to EcoNetwork Port Stephens, a not-for-profit and 100% volunteer-run organisation dedicated to the interest of all who treasure and want to preserve the natural beauty and biodiversity of our Port Stephens estuary, peninsulas and rural hinterland.
Featured Events
WALK: Minmi trails, Bluegum Hills Regional Park
September 14 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pmCOMMUNITY SPECIAL: Forest regen on Tomaree’s One Mile Headland
September 27 @ 8:30 am - 11:00 amMigration, shorebirds, and the importance of Port Stephens.
October 28 @ 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Port Stephens contains diverse landscapes including native forests, sand dunes, mangroves and wetlands as well as unique offshore reefs, islands and marine habitats. Our local community has the challenge to protect these natural assets from the ongoing pressures of unsustainable development, tourism and water-based activities.
EcoNetwork Port Stephens, in partnership with many local affiliated groups and businesses, is also closely involved with current statewide, national and global environmental emergencies such as habitat destruction, climate change and plastic pollution.
Join us and enjoy sharing your experiences, expanding your knowledge and contributing to the healthy and happy environment that is Port Stephens.
Our Network in Action
Tomaree’s wildflowers ~ a winter-spring treat
Tomaree’s winter-spring wildflowers boast a diverse and colourful array, particularly in our heathy woodlands, inspiring walks and exhibitions. Read more
Beach erosion Conroy Park and Corlette Beach
Conroy Park ~ another example of sand and tree loss! Is a denuded coastline our future before action is taken? We are all feeling climate impacts in so many ways, … Read more
Tomaree Coastal Walk ~ Birubi Point Aboriginal Place to One Mile Beach
Journey with us, as our NPA Bushwalk group, explored the diverse scenery and story from Birubi Point Aboriginal Place to One Mile Beach Read more
Coastal forest regen at One Mile Headland, Tomaree Coast Walk
A community of fantastic people gather to at various events to gradually manage invasive weeds on the Tomaree Coastal Walk at One Mile / Morna Point Headland Read more
Fingal bushcare making a difference
Friends of Tomaree National Park’s newest team is at Fingal Bay. They’re gradually building and have already made inroads managing invasive weeds along this part of the Tomaree Coastal Walk. Read more
EcoUpdate Highlights
EcoUpdate: August 2025
Our August EcoUpdate brings colourful wildflowers to enjoy, and an armchair ride up Minibung Hill. Council’s plans to reduce emissions, the controversial Shoal Bay carpark, potential sell of surplus road reserves, and Salamander Town Centre’s plans threaten Mambo-Wanda Wetlands ~ all need your support. You will find ample of interest of what Port Stephens has been up to lately in this issue. Read more
Road closures and land sales
Council’s proposed sale of surplus road reserves includes includes important environmental and community lands. Help EcoNetwork assess values for important blocks. EcoNetwork is seeking your feedback on the principles and values for most blocks. Read more
NET ZERO for Council ~ a win-win for all
EcoNetwork supports Council’s proposal to move to Net Zero by 2050 ~ it’s a Win Win for all By EcoNetwork ExecutiveAugust 2025 EcoNetwork is outlining our understanding of Council’s intent … Read more
EcoUpdate: July 2025
Stories of NSW icon the blue groper, the ongoing saga of coastal erosion, a journey along our scenic coastal walk, the controversial Shoal Bay carpark, the alarming State of the Environment and a bumper on marine web links are all part of our July EcoUpdate. You will find ample of interest of what Port Stephens has been up to lately in this issue. Read more
Eastern Blue Groper, a NSW coastal icon
Eastern Blue Gropers are slow growing and long lived wrasse with an amazing sex life. They’re a NSW icon, a snorkellers and divers favourite, though being particularly vulnerable to fishing they are now temporarily protected. Read more
Sustainable Living
NET ZERO for Council ~ a win-win for all
EcoNetwork supports Council’s proposal to move to Net Zero by … Read more
Shoal Bay carpark ~ finding a better balance between nature, development and community consultation
Please WAIT Council, until the traffic review is complete. Community does not want to trade shade and mature eucalypts for hot bitumen and a few car parking spots needed for only a few weeks each year. Read more
NSW State of the Environment Report “Truly Alarming”
Environment in Freefall: NSW State of the Environment Report “Truly … Read more
Hunter Offshore Wind Farms – questions and answers
We urgently need to address the climate crisis before conditions and temperatures rise beyond acceptable living conditions and cause irreversible damage. This requires a rapid transition to renewable energy. EcoNetwork advocates for a precautionary approach to the offshore windfarm development due to insufficient reliable environmental information. Read more
How much do we value nature?
In considering how much to value nature, we will overview some global thoughts on valuing nature, explore elements of our natural capital, our intergenerational relationships, and how we are seeing this play out in our local Port Stephens community, strategies and actions. Read more