Port Stephen
Port Stephens is ready to host the world’s number one obstacle race, Spartan, from 30 April to 2 May after the event was postponed last year due to COVID-19.
Chris Heverin, Managing Director Spartan Race Australia, Central Ward Councillor Sarah Smith and Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer at the event launch in 2019
About 4000 participants are expected to take part in the inaugural Spartan Port Stephens, which will feature a range of events over 3 days including cross-country and obstacle courses for all ages.
Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer is thrilled to welcome events like this back to the region.
“After a tough 12 months, it’s fantastic to see the Spartan Race and other events returning to Port Stephens it’s the boost our community and local businesses need right now.
Port Stephen
The 7 Day Makeover is back in Port Stephens and this time Medowie is in line to be transformed by this community-driven initiative from 8 to 14 May 2021.
The community of Anna Bay came together this morning to celebrate their hard work during the 7 Day Makeover.
The brainchild of David Engwicht from Creative Communities, the 7 Day Makeover empowers communities to improve their places and spaces.
After a successful makeover at Anna Bay, Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer says Council has invited the Creative Communities team back to work their magic on Medowie.
“The 7 Day Makeover is all about creating places where people want to spend their time and their money.
Port Stephens mayor urging visitors to don a mask in regional towns 06/01/2021|4min
Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer says while an influx of visitors to regional areas is “fantastic” for the local economy, there are growing concerns about spreading the coronavirus via people travelling from Greater Sydney.
“It is a balance between getting the local economy open and keeping the virus out,” he told Sky News.
Mr Palmer urged people living outside Greater Sydney to reconsider attending the Test match – set to go ahead at the Sydney Cricket Ground on January 7.
“If you are in Port Stephens we’ll be able to watch that on TV … but this time is a time to stay home,” he said.