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.
Kings Hill Urban Release Area
The Kings Hill Urban Release Area is 8km north of Raymond Terrace. The land area is over 800ha with 3,500 new dwellings to be constructed here. There are serious concerns about the removal of essential habitat for our endangered koala and other species. Read more
Affiliate profile: Wetland and Ecological Treatment Systems
EcoNetwork’s newest business affiliate, Readers Retreat, has recently opened its doors. This local independent bookstore has already established links with two other EcoNetwork affiliates, the Raymond Terrace branch of Boomerang Bags and Salamander Bay Recycling. Read more
Boosting a threatened mint bush in Tomaree
Villous Mintbush, Prostanthera densa, is one of Tomaree’s most threatened plants. With dense aromatic leaves and mauve flowers, the mintbush is quite a sight. Read more
What value is a century old tree?
A 3 year saga and at the end … a tree story of woe but a mandate for better processes? Should the environmental impacts on public spaces surrounding private property be taken into consideration when DA’s are being assessed? Read more
Autumn gully planting at Fishermans Bay
The Fishermans Bay community planting was a great success! By Josephine O’Brien, Team Leader Fishermans Bay Friends of Tomaree National Park Thank you to everyone that came and lent a … Read more
New community liaison with Port Stephens Council
New community liaison for the environment with Port Stephens Council Sue Olsson, Vice-President EcoNetwork Port Stephens. March 2024 Update We reported to our EcoNetwork community in EcoUpdate 18 (below on this … Read more
Sister Cities to celebrate wetlands connection
The Councils of Port Stephens, Newcastle and Kushiro, Japan, will this year celebrate the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Sister Wetlands Agreement. The Port Stephens Sister Cities Committee aims to foster community awareness of, and participation in, the conservation of these crucial wetlands used as habitats for the Latham’s Snipe and other migratory species. Read more
Tomaree Ratepayers and Residents Association Update
Tomaree Ratepayers and Residents Association update about issues around Port Stephens and the activities of our local council. Read more
Affiliate Profile: Readers Retreat
EcoNetwork’s newest business affiliate, Readers Retreat, has recently opened its doors. This local independent bookstore has already established links with two other EcoNetwork affiliates, the Raymond Terrace branch of Boomerang Bags and Salamander Bay Recycling. Read more
Let’s walk ‘n’ talk about birds – with Neil Fraser
By Nigel Dique, one of the walkers (and talkers). Photos by Colin Sheringham. What is most surprising about bushwalking in Salamander Bay is the number and variety of birds you … Read more