New Annual reveals its biggest program yet, turning Newcastle into a 10-day stage
Newcastle's beaches, ocean baths, laneways, parks and best-loved landmarks are about to become stages once again, with City of Newcastle unveiling the full program for New Annual — the city's flagship arts festival, running from Friday, September 25 to Sunday, October 4.
Giant bubbles, battle bots and a garbage truck you can climb at Newcastle Museum
The Pretty Amazing Jono will add a touch of magic to the Hunter Science Festival celebrations on the outdoor stage in Newcastle Museum Park. Science is about to take over Newcastle Museum, with the Hunter Science Festival set to bring 40 stalls, live stage shows and a whole lot of hands-on discovery to the city for National Science Week. The free, family-friendly event runs on Sunday, August 23, taking over the Museum and its surrounding grounds for a full day of experiments,
Northstars close out home season in style as Drolet skates into the record books
The Escadia Newcastle Northstars brought the curtain down on their home season at Hunter Ice Skating Stadium this past weekend, splitting a physical, milestone-filled double header that saw them fall to Canberra Brave on Saturday before roaring back with a 6-3 win over Perth Thunder on Sunday — a weekend of big hits, big goals, and two career milestones that speak to just how much heart this club has built over the years.
Ghost Hunters, Welcome | Civic Theatre Launches Paranormal Investigation Nights
The Civic Theatre is about to reveal its spookier side, with Newcastle's historic venue throwing open its doors for three Paranormal Investigation Nights, a first for the
almost 100-year-old building.
Haarala's 0.6-Second Winner | Northstars Stun Ice Dogs in Thriller
Hawes & Trnka Credit: Jess Fuller The Escadia Newcastle Northstars have bounced back from Saturday night's heartbreaking defeat to the Sydney Ice Dogs, securing a dramatic 4-3 victory at Hunter Ice Skating Stadium after Santeri Haarala scored with just 0.6 seconds remaining. Newcastle entered Sunday's clash looking to respond after surrendering a three-goal lead in Saturday's 5-4 loss at Macquarie Ice Rink. The Northstars made the perfect start on home ice, with defenceman Br
Newcastle Northstars clinch spot in AIHL finals
The Escadia Newcastle Northstars have officially secured their place in the 2026 AIHL Finals after a hard-fought 4-3 victory over the Perth Thunder at Hunter Ice Skating Stadium on Sunday night.
Experience Movie Magic at PACC
Whether you're reliving a favourite or introducing a new generation to these timeless stories, there's something for everyone over the coming months at PACC’s Cinema Club.
Loca Vida is Coming to The Spiegeltent, and Newcastle is in for a Wild One!
Newcastle's Civic Park is about to get a lot more glamorous. From 4 September to 4 October, the iconic Spiegeltent returns with Loca Vida, a brand-new cabaret-circus spectacle from internationally acclaimed live entertainment company Strut & Fret. If you've caught Blanc de Blanc Encore, La Ronde or The Party, you already know what these guys do best: jaw-dropping talent, unapologetic glamour and a night out that doesn't play by the rules.
The game is afoot as Clue: On Stage arrives in Newcastle
One of the world's most popular comedy mysteries is heading to the Civic Playhouse this August, as Clue: On Stage brings the iconic board game to life in a fast-paced theatrical whodunnit packed with twists, turns and laugh-out-loud comedy.
One in Nine People in Newcastle are Affected by Arthritis
More than one in nine people living in Newcastle are affected by arthritis, making it one of the region's most common chronic health conditions.
