Have you see an endangered species in the wild? Would you like to keep native bees? How many birds come to your garden?
Join us and learn about our local native species – whether it’s enjoying wildlife encounters in your own garden or helping save threatened species in the bigger backyard of Port Stephens.
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
Tomaree Coastal Walk – treasured experiences for us all
Tomaree Coastal Walk – treasured experiences for us all Sue Olsson, Coordinator, National Parks Association Port Stephens Group. Many of us have enjoyed walking parts of the Tomaree Coastal Walk … Read more
Seen any Swifties out there?
Seen any Swifties out there? The 2023 Swift Parrot mainland season is well and truly underway, though so far we have not seen many birds in NSW and very few … Read more
Birds of Woodlands, Parks and Gardens in Port Stephens
A special forum for new bird enthusiasts! Join us on Sunday 20 August for a morning of engaging presentations and informal discussions about the incredible diversity of woodland birds in beautiful Port Stephens. Read more
Why Your Garden Matters
We help you create a wildlife-friendly garden by offering hints and tips on how to attract local wildlife to your garden, what to plant and how to keep wildlife as safe as possible while they’re visiting. Includes a habitat planting guide and brochure. 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
Regent Honeyeaters in the Mistletoe
Many Australians associate mistletoe with the northern hemisphere species, but did you know that 90 of the approximately 1500 species of mistletoe are found in Australia? The Regent Honeyeater feeds predominantly on mistletoe nectar and on gum blossoms Read more
Regent Honeyeater captive release – 2022 NSW
Since 2020, three releases of the critically endangered Regent honeyeater have occurred in the Lower Hunter. Here’s Mick Roderick, BirdLife’s Woodland Bird Manager to tell us all about this crucial work. Read more
My favourite birding spots in Port Stephens
My favourite birding spots in Port Stephens. By Neil Fraser, Tomaree Birdwatchers. Bird watchers in Port Stephens are fortunate to be able to select from a wide range of easily … Read more
Out and about in nature – Spring
Our local area is rich in wildlife, plant life and cultural history. It’s time to get outside and connect with the world around you. Keep your eyes open at this time of year for these interesting local fauna species. Read more