Most members are involved in the work of their individual groups and some of these recent projects and campaigns are outlined below.
Members also have a broad range of personal interests which are regularly featured in our EcoUpdate e-newsletter. These have included beekeeping, electric vehicles and building a portable sun-tracking solar panel.
Tomaree Ratepayers and Residents Association (TRRA) Update
Tomaree Ratepayers and Residents Association update about issues around Port Stephens and the activities of our local council. 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
Shorebirds: can we do more to protect them?
The third and final article in Neil Fraser’s series on the shorebirds of Port Stephens looks at the international agreements for protecting shorebirds. The conservation status and some of the key threats are discussed. Read more
The Humpback Whale – a Marine Parks Association Project
A large model of a humpback whale will be used as an exhibit at the Sustainable Futures Festival on 11 September. After the Festival, The Whale will be as an educational tool, informing youngsters and adults around Port Stephens about our local marine environment. Read more
World Wetlands Day at Mambo-Wanda Wetlands
Mambo-Wanda Wetlands Conservation Group in Salamander Bay normally holds their annual Mambo Wetlands Walks on World Wetlands Day. However, like last year, due to covid caution, this year’s event happened … Read more
Local landcarers contributing to science
Soldiers Point – Salamander Bay Landcare members have been working in Stoney Ridge Reserve for many years. One of the largest reserves in Port Stephens, it is located on the … Read more
Koala protection or mis-planned extinction?
Property developers, Ingenia, are seeking Council’s approval to change the previously approved ‘Boardwalk’ development. This plan would make it impossible for koalas to move across Tomaree Peninsula from east to west by creating a concrete jungle across this already narrow wildlife corridor. Help us stop the bulldozers! Read more
Tomaree Headland – what’s at the end of the road?
An ongoing talking point in Port Stephens is the future of Tomaree Headland. The NSW Government is keeping deliberations close to its chest, giving rise to all manner of speculation Read more
Tracking the sun – Solar on the go
When EcoNetwork member Neil Ritchie retired, his first project was to build a portable sun tracking solar panel for his camper trailer. Find out how … Read more
Boomerang Park Preservation Group
Boomerang Park – its history and its vibrant Preservation Group. Boomerang Park was included as a public reserve in the first survey of Raymond Terrace in 1837. Given its age, it … Read more