The Escadia Newcastle Northstars kicked off their pre-season in style, defeating the Central Coast Rhinos across back-to-back trial games on the weekend - winning 5 to 4 on Saturday night and 7 to 2 on Sunday.

Plans to create a next-generation health precinct for the Hunter region in Gateshead are set to progress following tonight’s Lake Macquarie City Council meeting.

Almost 50 years of raising money, toys and awareness for families in need has earned Big John Young Newcastle’s greatest acknowledgement after being named a Freeman of the City today.

More than 2,200 people have had their say on how City of Newcastle should respond to threats to the coastline between Bar Beach and Merewether, demonstrating strong community interest in the future of the Southern Beaches.

A new benchmark for playground upgrades will be set this month when City of Newcastle starts work on the replacement and enhancement of the Lambton Park play space.

The 2026 Sail Port Stephens Commodores Cup Passage Series gets underway today, marking the 19th year of one of Australia’s premier offshore sailing events – and it’s shaping up to be the largest yet.

City of Newcastle will kick off its annual Youth Week program by celebrating an initiative that has been bringing people together through their love of Young Adult fiction for the past five years.

Entries have opened for the 2026 Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Awards.

Thousands of young footballers from across the Hunter region will receive a free football thanks to the renewed partnership between Newcastle Permanent and Northern NSW Football.

A cartoon workshop, a hoops lab, open mic night and a good old-fashioned disco are in the cards for this month’s annual Youth Week program across Lake Macquarie.

Clyde St Arts is strengthening its commitment to sustainability and community collaboration with the launch of a monthly Repair Café—inviting locals to rediscover the value of repairing, sharing skills and reducing waste.

Organisations with ideas to improve the environment and inspire sustainable behaviour across Lake Macquarie are encouraged to apply for a Community Environment Grant.

Balancing the needs of organised sport with a growing number of casual users will be a key consideration in the development of a new Strategic Sports Plan for Newcastle.

A beloved children’s book will take centre stage during the April school holidays as City of Newcastle provides a range of activities to keep kids active and entertained.

Local hospitality businesses will find it easier to set up outdoor dining, as Council rolls out its new Outdoor Dining Policy.