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UpStage to scale dramatic new heights following successful 2024 season

A new cohort of artists and creatives will get the chance to share the limelight when City of Newcastle's UpStage at the Playhouse live...

Lake Macquarie’s 10-year vision to go out on public exhibition

Council’s draft Community Strategic Plan, which showcases what the city will look like over the next decade, will go out on public...

Final performances to this pop musical sensation have just been released!

Global pop phenomenon SIX the Musical makes its anticipated arrival to Newcastle in April, and final performances are on sale now!

City of Newcastle setting new accessibility benchmark on New Year's Eve

An explosive chorus of crackles and bangs won't be the only sounds bringing Newcastle's annual fireworks display to life this New Year's Eve

Santa set to sleigh for Lake Mac Carols

Santa is on course for an early arrival for Sunday’s Lake Mac Carols at Speers Point Park, kicking off a bumper festive season of events...

Mayor’s Christmas Appeal launches in support of Lake Macquarie families

Lake Macquarie Mayor Adam Shultz has called on the community to give generously to the annual Mayor’s Christmas Appeal, which aims to...

Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary Shines at NSW Tourism Awards

Celebrating at last night’s NSW Tourism Awards the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary won Silver in the prestigious “Tourism Attraction” category

December - January Community News

Discover what's happening in your local community this December-January...

The Hunter’s Young Business Minds of 2024

Career Links, the organization behind the Young Business Mind Awards (YBMA), is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 awards.

Mini-EV Challenge- A Fun Way to Develop Stem Skills for Hunter Students

Career Links is a not-for-profit organisation that creates transitional links between school, tertiary education, and careers for young...

New $80,000 Vessel Launched in Newcastle to Protect Against Water Pollution

The NSW Government has made a significant investment in a new hazardous materials (HAZMAT) vessel for Newcastle, aimed at limiting oil...

$25,000 catch on the menu as lake serves up fishing fest

Lurking in the depths of Lake Macquarie are four fighting fit fish whose capture could net lucky anglers up to $100,000 this weekend.

Statement from Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge about Rising Tide event location change

Following a further meeting with Rising Tide, I have negotiated a compromise outcome for the Protestival event set to be staged this week...

National College of Dance Celebrates 50 Years of Excellence with a STARSTUDDED Reunion Gala.

The National College of Dance proudly presents its 50th Anniversary Reunion Gala, a celebration of five decades of artistic excellence...

Tenders open for Swansea dredge and sand transfer

A permanent dredging solution for Swansea Channel is one step closer, with Lake Macquarie City Council calling for tenders...

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Hunter Valley Gardens Dazzles with Southern Hemisphere's Largest Light Display

World-First Dinosaur Exhibition Roars into Newcastle Museum

Hunter Drama Grows Regional Footprint with New Classes and Locations

Night Markets Launch at Newcastle Showground

Staging Success: Newcastle's Youngest Producer Takes Centre Stage

Cooks Hill School of Music: Building Harmony in the Heart of Newcastle

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Curtain Rises on Fresh Chapter for Newcastle Theatre Company

Festive Spirit Returns with Newcastle Permanent Carols in the Park

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Local Theatre Industry Celebrates 46th Annual CONDA Awards

Explore Lake Mac’s Great Outdoors Through a New Lens

Community Invited to Have a Say on the Future of Newcastle

City of Newcastle Seeks Partner for Landmark Affordable Housing Project

Australian Artists Come Together to Honour Our First Responders

Have Your Say: Help Us Shape the Future of Transport in Newcastle

One step closer to a more pedestrian-friendly city

Tiny Forest movement branches out with new children’s book

Newcastle Art Gallery set to reopen in 2025

Festive Fun for Everyone: Newcastle's Christmas & New Years Spectacular

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Local Youth Celebrate Creativity and Connection Through Made @ The Place Program

Due to Overwhelming Demand the New Australian Production of SIX the Musical Extends Newcastle Season!

Newcastle Students Gear Up For Careers in Welding With Augmented Reality Technology

Free school holiday fun for regional youth

Novocastrians Shine at 2024 Australian Training Awards

Community use of coastal buildings in focus to aid future planning