Right now, across Australia, more than 45,000 children are growing up in out-of-home care. The need for foster carers has never been greater, especially in New South Wales. Yet, every day, people are still stepping forward with open hands and open hearts.

Applications have now opened for a new annual scholarship established to honour former Councillor Sinead Francis-Coan’s lifelong commitment to the environment and climate justice.

City of Newcastle is providing the opportunity to honour the hard work of outstanding Novocastrians as part of the 2026 Citizen of the Year Awards.

The Very Popular Theatre Company’s Mamma Mia! has achieved a milestone that will be remembered in the city’s performing arts history: over 21,000 people attended the 2025 season at Civic Theatre Newcastle, breaking all attendance records for a local theatre producer on the main stage. This figure is on par with touring professional productions such as Come From Away in 2023.

Newcastle Airport’s Executive General Manager People & Communications, Burcak Sezer GAICD, represented Australia on the international stage last week at the Future-Proofing Airport Development workshop in Singapore, hosted by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR). 

A Beethoven masterpiece, a vintage fashion parade, crime stories and comfort food are just a taste of what’s to come at Lake Macquarie’s annual History Illuminated Festival.

City of Newcastle is moving forward with its plans to renew and re-open the historic Shepherds Hill Cottage to the community.

Local Government NSW (LGNSW) will this Sunday present the prestigious Emeritus Mayor Award to Nuatali Nelmes, former Lord Mayor of Newcastle, in recognition of her outstanding service to local government and her enduring legacy of leadership, innovation and advocacy.

Maitland City Council is seeking community input into plans that will encourage infill development and shape the delivery of new infrastructure across East Maitland over the next 20 years.

Business Hunter says reports that Tomago Aluminium has entered into discussions with employees about potential closure should sound an alarm about the pace of delivery of renewable energy alternatives.

City of Newcastle is delivering new places to play across the city, with the first two playground upgrades now open as part of a $750,000 investment this financial year.

Maitland City Council is calling on the community to recognise and celebrate the people, groups, and organisations who make a difference, through its annual Awards and Recognition Program.

A $119.2 million capital works program headlined Lake Macquarie City Council’s Annual Report 2024-2025 which was endorsed by Councillors at tonight’s Ordinary Meeting.

City of Newcastle has further cemented its position as the Hunter’s most financially sustainable council. 

Lake Macquarie City Council grants of up to $1500 are on offer for events and activities supporting Youth Week 2026.