NDIS Support in Port Stephens

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Pursue Ability is a registered NDIS provider supporting people with disability across Port Stephens, including Nelson Bay, Raymond Terrace, Medowie and Anna Bay. We offer Supported Independent Living, Individualised Living Options, Community Access and Support Coordination, delivered by a local team who know the area.

Port Stephens at a glance

Port Stephens has an older population than most of the Hunter, with a median age of 47, and NDIS participant numbers grew 8% in the 15 months to June 2026. Support often needs to reach across the peninsula and smaller towns.

2,849

NDIS participants in the Port Stephens council area (up from 2,638 in March 2025)

13.7%

of residents provide unpaid care to someone with a disability, health condition or due to old age (NSW: 11.5%)

median age of residents

Sources: NDIA, Participants by SA2 and by Local Government Area (June 2021 to June 2026). ABS, 2021 Census QuickStats.

Getting around and local services

Tomaree Community Hospital is in Nelson Bay, with John Hunter Hospital for major care.
Port Stephens Coaches connect the peninsula with Newcastle.
Newcastle Airport is at Williamtown.