

Newcastle riding closer to connected cycling network on World Bicycle Day
As the world celebrates the many benefits of bikes today, City of Newcastle is pedalling ahead with a proposed record investment of more than $6.1 million into cycleway projects.


Hunter students prepare to take on Australia and the world at Hydrogen Grand Prix Finals
Students from eight Hunter schools will compete in final local race of the H2 Grand Prix (H2GP) ahead of the NSW semi-final of the world’s largest hydrogen competition, which sees 8,000 students from 25 countries compete to be the number one school globally.


Community support hubs helping residents through disaster recovery
Port Stephens Council is hosting a series of community support hubs to help residents navigate recovery following the recent natural disaster.


Community invited to reflect on life, loss, longing and love in new Maitland Regional Art Gallery exhibition
From 17 May to 29 June 2025, Maitland Regional Art Gallery (MRAG) will present Notes on life, loss, longing and love; a community-led exhibition that invites people to share reflections on life’s most profound and universal experiences.


Council signs $40K sponsorship deal with Morisset Show
Lake Macquarie City Council has thrown its support behind the Morisset Show, sponsoring the event for the next four years.


Community invited to provide feedback on proposed Rising Tide event
City of Newcastle is seeking feedback about the proposed use of community land by Rising Tide for its People's Blockade event in November.


Community invited to learn more and have their say on Astra Aerolab plans
City of Newcastle is kicking off consultation to capture insights into the community's views and knowledge of future plans for the Newcastle Airport precinct.


Laugh Your Way into the June Long Weekend!
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is bringing the best acts from the 2025 festival directly to Performance Arts Culture Cessnock (PACC) on Thursday, 5 June at 7:30pm – the perfect way to kick off the long weekend with a bang.


Local Dancer Morgan Hurrell Brings momenta Home
Newcastle-trained dancer Morgan Hurrell features in momenta, Sydney Dance Company’s hit production coming to the Civic Theatre for one show only on Wednesday, 6 August.


What's On Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens & the Hunter Valley | June 2025
Your complete guide to what's on in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens and the Hunter Valley...


Surfest
Surfest in Newcastle is celebrating its 39th anniversary this year, culminating with the opening event of the 2025 World Surf League, Challenger Series.


The Coastal Ascent
The 2025 Coastal Ascent is a must-do event on the Trail Calendar! In partnership with the Golden Trail Series, the event team has planned some exciting additions to make this year’s race even more rewarding for runners.


Annual Festival of Art & Craft
The Lake Macquarie Dobell Festival is a vibrant, month-long annual celebration of the arts, inspired by the life and legacy of the esteemed artist Sir William Dobell.


Emilie and the Emperor
Join the Christ Church Camerata for the second concert in their 2025 Series!


Footloose the Musical
! This beloved musical features iconic '80s hits like Holding Out for a Hero, Let's Hear It for the Boy, and the title track, Footloose.































































































