

Swim centre expansion set to make a splash
Work has begun on the $4.2 million West Wallsend Swim Centre expansion, with a new indoor learn-to-swim pool set to open next year.


First Nations focus as Newcastle Art Gallery prepares to unveil new spaces
First Nations culture will be at the heart of the community’s first look inside the expanded Newcastle Art Gallery next month.


Winter upgrades prepare pools for busy summer season
City of Newcastle has used the winter closure period to complete more than $1 million worth of upgrades across its network of five inland swimming pools.


Lighting upgrade at Lakeside Sports Complex a boost for budding athletes
This vital lighting upgrade, a $766,000 investment, was secured through the Play Our Way program and demonstrates a strong commitment to enhancing local sports infrastructure.


Safety improvements on the way for Hamilton South black spots
City of Newcastle has started work on a $2.1 million project that will make it safer and easier for pedestrians, cyclists, and all other road users to navigate two key intersections on Parkway Avenue.


Youth in focus for Lake Macquarie
Young ones shouldn’t be afraid to live, laugh and sing their song in Lake Macquarie, after Council recommended its draft Youth Strategy 2025-2029 for approval at tonight’s Standing Committee meeting.


Scholarships now open to support the next generation!
Applications for the Port Stephens Council 2026 Mayoral Academic Scholarship Program are now open, offering financial support and industry connections to local students as they begin their next chapter.


Matt Hall, Northern NSW Football kick goals at business awards
Northern NSW Football scored a hattrick and top gun Matt Hall soared to new heights as the best of the best were announced at this year’s Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Awards.


Australia’s Newest Hub of Superyacht Activity
construction of its first dedicated superyacht marina to be developed at Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club (NCYC). The project has received a $5 million funding boost from the NSW Government through the Regional Economic Development and Community Infrastructure Program.


Important first steps in the evolution of the Broadmeadow Precinct
The evolution of the Broadmeadow Precinct is poised for take-off following the finalisation of state-led rezonings and appointment of the Hunter Central Coast Development Corporation as the delivery coordination authority, Business Hunter said today.


Community invited to help shape future of harbourside landmark
Novocastrians are being asked to share their memories and put forward new ideas for the future of Queens Wharf. The waterfront precinct has been a popular destination since it was constructed as a Bicentennial project and officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1988.


Bright Futures Backed by Greater Charitable Foundation Scholarships
Three students from the University of Newcastle have had a life-changing start to the semester after receiving a scholarship from Greater Charitable Foundation.


New Annual Returns to our Streets, Stages and Ocean Baths!
City of Newcastle's flagship arts festival, New Annual Festival, now in its fifth year, will take over the streets, stages and iconic landmarks of our city for ten days of art, music and ideas from 26 September to 5 October. It will showcase local people, places and performances alongside some of the best theatre, art and music from Australia and overseas.


Dashville Skyline 2025 Ready To Roll With Bumper Line Up
It’s been a beautiful sonic stroll for the Hunter Valley’s Dashville Skyline, which celebrated a huge 10th birthday last year and now returns over the October Long Weekend (NSW) 3-5 October 2025, for what is arguably the biggest line up in its enduring 11-year history.


Funding Boost for Community Infrastructure Projects in Charlestown
The electorate of Charlestown has secured $449,229 in funding for a total of 15 infrastructure projects through the NSW Government’s 2025 Community Building Partnership Program (CBP).































































































