LOCAL NEWS FOR THE NEWCASTLE AREA

Maitland Riverlights returns this October with a vibrant program of workshops, performances, food experiences and family activities celebrating culture in all its forms.

The people of Newcastle who survived the 2005 Bali Bombing are sharing their stories in ‘Forgotten Bombs: Bali 2005’, a podcast series made here in the Hunter, by local talent. 

Starring Internationally Renowned JOHN STEPHAN “THE VOICE”!

Do you know someone who’s shaping Port Stephens for the better? Nominate them for the 2025 Port Stephens Annual Awards!

Applications will open on Wednesday for Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation’s (NPCF) annual grassroots funding program, with more than $500,000 available for initiatives that support the health and social wellbeing of communities in regional NSW.

As the weather heats up and locals prepare to enjoy another blissful summer, Hunter Surf Life Saving welcomed another season with its annual Raising of the Flags ceremony.

New road surfaces, more green space and improved footpaths are on the way in Georgetown as City of Newcastle begins work on the latest upgrades to the neighbourhood’s shopping precinct.

City of Newcastle is calling on the community to help shape the future of the coastline between Bar Beach and Merewether by providing feedback on potential management strategies.

Global social media sensation and pop violinist Joel Sunny will deliver an exclusive Australian performance at the Newcastle Ocean Baths tomorrow as part of City of Newcastle’s flagship arts festival.

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A newly minted partnership between Lake Macquarie City Council and Central Coast Council is set to drive investment, innovation and advocacy across the two local government areas. 

Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary now offers a new 3 Day Pass, allowing visitors the value and flexibility to spend more time with Australia's most iconic wildlife, by returning for 3 consecutive days at no extra cost.

Hunter Sports Centre will be the new training hub for the Newcastle Jets A-League women’s team as they take flight for the 2025-2026 season.

Councillor Colin Grigg will serve as Deputy Mayor for the next 12 months after being elected at Monday night’s Council meeting.   

City of Newcastle will launch a trial of reduced entry fees for all visitors at four of its five inland pools when the new swimming season begins on Saturday.

Maitland City Council has reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing the next generation of sporting talent, extending its partnership with the Hunter Academy of Sport (HAS) for a two-year period to June 2027, with a funding contribution of $17,000 per year.