Here is some of the Latest News from around Port Stephens and our recent Submissions on issues of local significance. Below are also our Media Releases and Our Network in Action.
EcoUpdate: May 2023
Dear members, friends and supporters, Here’s the latest news, views and events from Port Stephens and beyond. Whether you’re organising an event or looking to attend one, have you thought … Read more
We say YES to The Voice Referendum 2023
We say YES to The Voice Referendum 2023 “We invite you to walk with us in a movement of the Australian people for a better future.” Uluru statement of the … Read more
Offshore floating wind farm proposal
President of EcoNetwork Iain Watt and committee members Nigel Waters and Nigel Dique attended a drop-in session by consultants Steve McCall and Hannah Coffey, acting for EDF Renewables Australia. This … Read more
KKEPS Submission – 23 Port Stephens Dr, Anna Bay 2316 NSW
23 Port Stephens Dr, Anna Bay 2316 NSW (LOT: 1 DP: 521177) DA (16 – 2023 – 178 – 1) More information about EcoNetwork’s Koala Koalition Read more
KKEPS Submission – 5 Koala Place, Boat Harbour
DA 16 – 2023 – 173 – 1, 5 Koala Place, Boat Harbour – venue change from tourist accommodation to function centre. More information about EcoNetwork’s Koala Read more
TRRA Submission Holcim Salt Ash Sand Operation
Submission by Tomaree Ratepayers and Residents Association (TRRA) TRRA submits this project should be refused as it is not acceptable on multiple grounds including: Read more
Festival was the First for our Sustainable Future – but not the last!
EcoNetwork Port Stephens held its inaugural Sustainable Futures Festival last Sunday 11 September. Over 1000 people attended and enjoyed the first sunny day in weeks! Read more
The aRRRRRt Awards, a Festival feature
Find out where to see the finalists of the aRRRRRt awards. The inaugural aRRRRRt Awards, a special collaboration between EcoNetwork Port Stephens and Artisan Collective Port Stephens, celebrates EcoNetwork’s Sustainable Futures Festival. Read more
EcoNetwork Gala evening launches Sustainable Futures Festival
On Saturday 4 June, the eve of World Environment Day, over 120 guests gathered at EcoNetwork Port Stephen’s Gala Dinner, to launch the Sustainable Futures Festival. Read more
Hunter birdwatchers welcomed in Japan
Hunter birdwatchers welcomed in Japan A birdwatcher visit to Japan signals the first international exchange organised by the Port Stephens Sister Cities Committee since the Covid 19 pandemic halted exchanges. … Read more
Affiliate Profile: Pindimar/Bundabah Community Association
When EcoNetwork asked affiliates if they had any projects where an environmental science student from the University of Newcastle could assist, the Pindimar/Bundabah Community Association was the first to respond. … Read more
Cat control in NSW – how it could work
We know that both feral and pet cats kill wildlife in unsustainably high numbers. After decades of research and evidence, what is being done to address this most urgent threat to biodiversity by governments and by cat owners? Read more