Keys to the City marks 60 years of the University of Newcastle's impact
The University of Newcastle has been presented with the Keys to the City in recognition of the Institution’s historic and ongoing contribution to Newcastle's cultural, economic and social life.
Cosplay royalty set for blockbuster POP BAM!
Supervillain one day, fairy princess the next – welcome to the life of a cosplay afficionado.
Surf clubs ride wave of success with Council agreements
Lake Macquarie is set to host a “Commonwealth Games-scale” surf life saving event for the next three years under a landmark agreement with Surf Life Saving NSW.
Community spirit flows through Hunter Water’s 2025 Love Water Grants Program
Hunter Water is pleased to announce the successful recipients of its 2025 Love Water Grants program, with 19 community organisations and groups awarded a share of $125,000 in funding to support water-saving and sustainability-focused initiatives across the Lower Hunter.
Council protects gem in the heart of Belmont
Lake Macquarie City Council has passed a recommendation to reclassify land at Green Point Reserve in Belmont, protecting it from future development.
City of Newcastle’s library services named number one in state
City of Newcastle libraries have taken the top spot when ranked against other councils in NSW.
Council and Worimi Green Team hosting Cultural Cool Burn Workshop
Port Stephens Council and the Worimi Green Team are delivering another culturally informed cool burn educational workshop to round out a successful 3 year project aimed at improving Koala habitat, enhancing biodiversity and fire management in the region.
Newcastle Expands EV Charging Network With 48 New Chargers
The Minns Labor Government is installing 48 new Electrical Vehicle chargers in Newcastle, as part of a $5 million expansion of the kerbside electric vehicle charging network in NSW.
Yellow Submarine Sails to Victory at Float Your Boat
Against a sky of black and lake of blue, Yellow Submarine had all it needed to win the Newcastle Permanent People’s Choice award for Float Your Boat 2025.
Introducing Lake Mac’s best in the business
When exceptional is simply business as usual, a Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Awards finalist nod becomes the rule.
Plan prepares lake suburbs for climate hazards
A new plan aiming to bolster suburbs on Lake Macquarie’s western shore against the effects of climate change is now on public exhibition.
Port Stephens Council launches new Community Funding Program
With over $450,000 available across various grants and scholarships, the 2025 to 2026 Port Stephens Community Funding Program offers vital financial support to community groups, event organisers, athletes, businesses and schools, dedicated to enhancing the Port Stephens region.
Lake Mac development tops $1 billion
The total value of development approvals in Lake Macquarie has cracked the billion-dollar mark yet again in Lake Macquarie, despite a nationwide downturn in development investment.
Minister for Climate Change and Energy unveils final master plan design for nation’s most advanced Clean Energy Precinct
Minister for Climate Change and Energy, the Hon. Chris Bowen MP, visited the Port of Newcastle’s Clean Energy Precinct (CEP) today to mark a major milestone in the project’s progress. He was joined by Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and Member for Newcastle, the Hon. Sharon Claydon MP, and Port of Newcastle CEO Craig Carmody.
Clean energy initiatives a boost for region’s renewables reputation
Business Hunter has welcomed today’s release of the final design for the Port of Newcastle’s Clean Energy Precinct and the Federal Government’s $432 million funding commitment for Orica’s Hunter Valley Hydrogen Hub.
