The Latest Breaking News from Giacomo Arnott

Privacy fears spark push for smart glasses pool ban

A councillor is pushing for a ban across the Hunter.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 16

Beachfront development splits council over classification

Mayor Leah Anderson cast the deciding vote approving the development application.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 27

Councillor pushes for tougher police powers to seize hooning trail bikes

They want police to be able to seize and destroy the dirt bikes of reckless riders.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 8

Good fences make good neighbours: council seeks to shore up boundary technicality

Line call: An obscure technicality could create a grey area for Port Stephens Council.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 6, 2024

State government reveals site for Medowie's first public high school

The new high school is set to open Term 1, 2027.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 23, 2024

Port Stephens council's plan to save coast

Community invited to have a say on plans to future-proof Port Stephen's precious coastline from 'priority coastal hazards'

Newcastle Herald · Apr 24, 2023

Medowie park named in honour for former Port Stephens councillor

"Geoff was both a friend and mentor who I know dedicated a huge amount of time to his local community."

Newcastle Herald · Apr 12, 2023

The move to kick Port Stephens mayor off Newcastle Airport board for personal tax benefit

A councillor has moved to have Port Stephens mayor Ryan Palmer taken off the Newcastle Airport board after a heated debate revealed he gains a personal tax benefit from the $50,000 fee he is paid.

Newcastle Herald · May 26, 2022