Two new citywide development contribution plans, to help fund essential local infrastructure that supports the city’s growth, have been adopted at tonight’s Council meeting.

The revitalisation of Newcastle’s city centre is set to continue with City of Newcastle today calling for tenders to deliver the next stage of the East End Village project.

Infrastructure Australia has recommended prioritising the Newcastle to Sydney section of the National High Speed Rail (HSR) project in its stage three business case evaluation report, citing the region’s population density and potential housing and employment benefits.

Local initiatives designed to promote cultural diversity, tackle food insecurity and foster social connections have received a $220,000 boost from City of Newcastle.

Maitland Regional Art Gallery (MRAG) will celebrate a significant milestone in 2025, marking 50 years as a cultural hub of art, community and connection on Wonnarua Country.

Constituents in the Charlestown electorate are encouraged to nominate an outstanding older person in the community for the 2026 NSW Local Senior of the Year Awards.

Darby Street will come alive this weekend with live music, street performers, and family-friendly activities thanks to City of Newcastle’s annual Special Business Rates (SBR) program.

Adopting an animal is a rewarding and fun experience, but what if you could adopt an entire ecosystem?

A new splash of blue now appears along the New England Highway at East Maitland, as Maitland City Council partners with the Blue Tree Project to raise awareness of mental health and remind the community they are not alone.

Maitland City Council says it has “made great strides” towards shaping a greener, more sustainable city in the two years since councillors and the Maitland community greenlit its first comprehensive environment strategy.

City of Newcastle is taking the first steps towards engaging local Aboriginal communities to develop public art at four of the city’s significant cultural landmarks.

City of Newcastle is leading a Hunter-first trial of AI technology to help pool lifeguards respond to potential incidents up to six times faster.

Wingham is set to come alive this November as local country music sensation James Johnston headlines the annual Wingham Music Festival, a special three-day event, this year dedicated to flood recovery and community resilience.

Step into a world of high heels, high hopes, and higher spirits this December, when Newcastle’s Chookas Entertainment presents the Tony Award-winning musical Kinky Boots at the Civic Theatre. From 18 to 21 December, audiences will be swept up in a feel-good celebration of self-expression, courage, and community, perfectly timed for the festive season.

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