Month: August 2024

City of Newcastle has welcomed the NSW Government's announcement of a $252.2 million investment aimed at employing more apprentices and trainees across the local government sector statewide. Minister for Local Government Ron Hoenig, along with Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes and Deputy Lord Mayor Declan Clausen, visited City of Newcastle's Works Depot today. During the visit, they met with apprentices like Jazmin Webber, who recently won the Young Achiever’s Award at […]

The City of Newcastle has revealed a draft plan aimed at maximising the year-round use of sporting fields at Waratah Park, with a focus on enhancing accessibility, amenities, and recreational opportunities. This plan has been developed in collaboration with local sporting groups and key stakeholders, laying out a vision for the historic park’s future upgrades over the next decade. The proposed improvements build upon recent enhancements to the site, including […]

A recent public forum in Newcastle brought together mayoral candidates to share their visions for the city ahead of the upcoming election. The event, moderated by Paul Scott, featured a diverse lineup of candidates, each addressing key issues such as housing, environmental sustainability, and local governance. The forum, organised by Therese Brown, was designed to encourage community engagement and provide a platform for open discussion.   Nuatali Nelmes: Reflecting on […]

Emergency services rushed to Cessnock Airport after a light aircraft crash landed through a fence on Thursday afternoon, leaving the pilot with multiple injuries. The incident occurred around 12:15 pm when the plane, carrying two people, experienced difficulties during landing. The male pilot, in his 50s, lost control of the aircraft, leading to a heavy landing that resulted in the plane skidding off the runway and crashing into a nearby […]