

Time to say thanks to Lake Mac’s unsung heroes
More than 1500 volunteers making Lake Macquarie a better place have been hailed as the unsung heroes of their local communities.


Luminous lineup lights the way for a new winter tradition in the heart of Maitland
Maitland’s winter solstice celebration, Luminous, is heating up with a full program of light displays and interactive experiences set to transform The Levee Central Maitland on Friday 20 and Saturday 21 June 2025.


City of Newcastle invites community to share in almost $1 million in funding
Projects that support Newcastle’s social, cultural, environmental and economic development are set to benefit from almost $1 million from City of Newcastle.


Wallsend Library access updated to provide safer visitor experience
City of Newcastle has been forced to change the way people enter Wallsend Library after 3pm weekdays following a series of ongoing threatening and violent attacks towards staff and the general public.


Breaking ground: Work underway on Chisholm's first sportsground
Maitland City Council has officially started work on a new $10 million sportsground in Chisholm to cater to the area’s growing population.


Updated plans approved for revitalisation of Newcastle landmark
The long-awaited restoration of the historic Newcastle Post Office has been given the green light by City of Newcastle following the approval of a modified development application.


Funding boost for NAIDOC Week and community groups across Lake Mac
More than $14,000 in grant funding has been recommended for approval by Lake Macquarie City Council to support local NAIDOC Week events.


Public briefing hears outcome of independent review
Davidson Business Advisory has confirmed in a Public Briefing to Councillors and the community that its independent review of City of Newcastle's processes, procedures and performance has found no instances of fraud, corruption, breaches of legislation or maladministration.


Work set to begin to maintain long-term future of historic recreation destination
One of the Hunter's most popular community assets will remain open to the public during vital maintenance work that will improve the safety, longevity and functionality of the Fernleigh Track tunnel.


Port of Newcastle awards $100,000 in grants to deserving community organisations
Initiatives that educate and support multicultural and First Nations communities, promote environmental sustainability, and provide vital mental health wellbeing support to the Hunter region and beyond are just some of the projects to receive funding under Port of Newcastle’s 2024 Your Port, Our Community grants program.


City of Newcastle seeks feedback on $2 pool entry fee
Swimmers are being invited to dive into discussions around a proposal to trial reduced entry fees at City of Newcastle's five inland pools next season


Dogs, drones set to sniff out Lake Mac koala populations
Lake Macquarie City Council is set to roll out surveys over the next 18 months to help identify koala populations throughout the local government area.


Hunter’s most prestigious business awards open for entry
Entries are open for the region’s most prestigious business awards, the Business Hunter Awards, with 19 categories available to celebrate our top businesses, organisations and employees.


Step into your future with confidence at the Newcastle Career Expo!
Looking to kickstart your career, explore study options, or switch industries? Don’t miss the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie Career Expo—the region’s largest career-focused event for students, parents, and now, the general public!


Vandals’ glitter bomb shellshocks Redhead environment
A careless act has left a glittery trail winding through fragile wetlands at Redhead, releasing millions of microplastics into the surrounding environment.































































































