

Outdoors Program Putting the Fun into Fungi
Pam O’Sullivan doesn’t need magic mushrooms to make her wild about fungi.


First Nations Voice Amplified by 2023 Newcastle Citizen of the Year Accolade
A passionate advocate for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities has been selected as Newcastle’s 2023 Citizen of the Year.


2023 Senior’s Festival ‘Celebrate Together’ Unites Community with Lively Events and Programs
Cessnock City Council is excited to release the 2023 Cessnock City Seniors Festival program.


Grant to Create Accessible Swim Spot at Toronto
Toronto will be home to fully enclosed and accessible swimming baths following the announcement of a $1 million grant.


Don't Miss the Boat When River Regatta Returns to Maitland this Australia Day
Grab an oar and get ready to row, row, row your boat when Maitland River Regatta returns from 3.00pm to 8.00pm on Thursday 26 January.


Playground Program Breathes New Life into the City's Recreational Spaces
Young people will soon be swinging, sliding and climbing around five local playgrounds.


Success of Sir Elton John’s Newcastle Tour Extends Across the City
The sun may have gone down on Sir Elton John’s Newcastle tour, but local tourism and hospitality operators are still revelling in the wake.


Purple Seal of Approval: Bonza Achieves its Licence to Fly
Bonza, Australia’s only independent low-cost carrier, has been granted its AOC from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.


Council Grant Funding to Help Maitland Community Groups Celebrate and Recognise Important Days
A new round of grant funding has opened to help community groups and organisations mark Commemorative and Recognised Days across Maitland.


Port Stephens to Celebrate its Biggest Australia Day Yet
Port Stephens is set to celebrate its biggest Australia Day, with Citizenship Ceremonies, live music, markets, pool parties and more.


Tourism Boost for Maitland
Walka Water Works will receive a $10 million boost thanks to Round Two of the NSW Government’s Regional Tourism Activation Fund.


New Grandstand to Give Spectators Plenty to Cheer About
The 60-year-old grandstand at Lambton Park War Memorial Swimming Centre is set to be replaced.


New Year, Old Resolutions
Almost half of people are setting a new year's resolution they've tried before according to MyFitnessPal.


For a Super Summer get Engaged with your Retirement Savings
Those who know their exact retirement balances are the most likely to say they are in an above average performing super fund.


The Search is on for Newcastle's Billy Elliot
The Very Popular Theatre Company and the National College of Dance (NCD) announce their upcoming collaborative production of Billy Elliot.































































































