

Innovative solution to homelessness in the Hunter region
The NSW Government will transform disused homes at a former residential centre for people with disabilities into accommodation for people...


'The Station’ offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for experienced operator
The NSW Government is inviting expressions of interest for the iconic Newcastle former city railway station...


Four local ladies inspire on International Women’s Day
Port Stephens residents Sally-Anne Marshall, Emma McMillan, Brodie Oxlade and Jacie Whitfield are the recipients...


Community paws-itively thrilled as Tessa the guide dog returns home to Stockton
Tails were wagging today as City of Newcastle unveiled a new Tessa the guide dog statue in Stockton to replace the much-loved original...


Gallery takes art to the community as expansion continues
Art and storytelling of two local artists have launched a new year of off-site programming for Newcastle Art Gallery...


Volunteer Surf Life Saver Jackie Bower honoured with Port Stephens’ Local Woman of the Year 2024 award
Kate Washington MP has announced local surf life saver Jackie Bower as the 2024 Port Stephens’ Local Woman of the Year award recipient...


State Emergency Service out in force for Clean Up Australia Day
Members of the orange army will be out enhancing Lake Mac this weekend, as the country’s largest community-based clean-up gets underway...


Tantrum Youth Arts selected alongside Australia’s leading arts organisations to create employment pathways for artists with disability
Newcastle-based professional arts organisation Tantrum Youth Arts is creating vital employment pathways for artists with disability...


Port residents encouraged to have their say on draft Coastal Management Program
Port Stephens Council is in stage 4 of its Coastal Management Program, which is the final opportunity for the community to provide...


Sports, play facilities planned for Wyee
Planning is underway for new sport and play facilities in Wyee to meet the demands of the area’s growing population.


Wheels in motion for Rathmines youth hub
A high-octane future is on the horizon for young people in Rathmines and surrounding suburbs, with work underway on a revolutionary youth...


Multimillion-dollar community facility coming soon to Blackbutt Reserve.
Food for the body and the mind will be on the menu at Blackbutt Reserve as part of a $3 million community-focused project set to get...


City of Newcastle and University expands region’s art and culture commitment.
City of Newcastle and the University of Newcastle have today announced a new cultural partnership that will see the two organisations...


Partnership Strengthens Lake Mac Community Connections
A Partnership Agreement between Lake Macquarie City Council and service provider Allambi Care is set to build on and improve community...


World-beaters on Land and Sea to Inspire Women in Sport
Champion Australian netballer Liz Ellis AO and surfing trailblazers Pauline Menczer and Jodie Cooper are set to inspire Lake Macquarie as...































































































