

East Maitland Set for Major Transformation
Maitland City Council has unveiled ambitious plans to reshape East Maitland over the next two decades, with a draft structure plan projecting the need for 4,000 new homes to accommodate significant population growth.


Beat the Heat with Smart Window Solutions
As Newcastle prepares for another scorching summer, Windsor Blinds, Awnings and Shutters is helping Hunter region residents transform their homes into cool sanctuaries while keeping energy costs down.


November Horoscopes 2025
Discover what's written in the stars for your star sign this month with November's Horoscopes!


Have You Ever Sat Down for a Cuppa with an Emergency Foster Carer?
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.


Scholarship to continue legacy of Councillor Sinead Francis-Coan
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.


Shine a light on Newcastle’s local legends for 2026 Citizen of the Year Awards
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.


Mamma Mia! Breaks Records and Makes History in Newcastle
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 Showcases Leadership at Global Airport Development Forum
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).


History festival brings the past to life through food, film and fashion
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.


Construction to kick off new era for Shepherds Hill Cottage
City of Newcastle is moving forward with its plans to renew and re-open the historic Shepherds Hill Cottage to the community.


Nuatali Nelmes honoured for outstanding service to Newcastle
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.


Evolving East Maitland: Draft structure plan estimates 'catalyst area' will need 4,000 new homes
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.


Tomago Aluminium closure talks sound an alarm
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.


New playgrounds swing into action across Newcastle
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.


Simply the best: Celebrating Maitland's "better than all the rest"
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.































































































