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  The future of energy storage in New South Wales advanced today as work officially began on the second stage of the large-scale battery project at Eraring Power Station. State Member for Lake Macquarie, Greg Piper, joined Origin Energy CEO, Frank Calabria, and a team of construction and technology partners at a ceremonial sod-turning event to mark the significant milestone in Origin’s ambitious renewable energy strategy. This second stage, announced […]

Maitland Private Hospital has officially opened its state-of-the-art $15 million Maitland Cancer Centre, a significant expansion designed to serve the growing healthcare needs of the local community. The new centre, which more than doubles the capacity of the previous unit, is set to provide enhanced care for oncology patients across the Hunter Valley, with the added benefit of creating 20 full-time positions for nursing and support staff. This major development […]

  The NSW Government has revealed updated design plans for the Cessnock Hospital Redevelopment, a $138 million project aimed at expanding and modernising healthcare services for the local community. Residents are encouraged to provide feedback on these new designs at upcoming information sessions. The hospital redevelopment will feature a new two-storey acute services building, which will include an expanded emergency department, additional inpatient wards with private bathrooms, advanced medical imaging […]

Newcastle Airport has strongly denied reports suggesting it is facing a financial crisis, asserting its financial health remains robust despite challenges associated with significant expansion projects. The rebuttal comes after the Newcastle Herald published an article claiming the airport is grappling with cost blowouts, declining passenger numbers, and unbudgeted expenditures linked to major defence projects. The Newcastle Herald alleged that Newcastle Airport is experiencing financial strain due to overruns on […]

Merewether’s Beach Hotel Wins Regional Hotel of the Year at AHA NSW Awards; Newcastle and Central Coast Venues Celebrated The Beach Hotel in Merewether was awarded 2024 Regional Hotel of the Year at the AHA NSW Awards for Excellence, held at Sydney’s Royal Randwick Racecourse. The ceremony, attended by over 1,350 industry figures, highlighted the achievements of Newcastle and Central Coast venues among NSW’s best. List of Local Winners The […]

NOTE: This article will be updated at the end of tonight's council meeting, so return back here for the latest. Article Updated 29/10/2024 at 4:48pm - Sorry we forgot to include community concerns, this has now been added. Article Updated again at 5:17pm - To Include more information from Newcastle basketball. A motion introduced by Councillors Mark Brooker and Sinead Francis-Coan to withdraw support for the Hunter Indoor Sports Centre […]

  Aiming to drive Australia’s transition towards a sustainable manufacturing economy, the Federal and NSW Governments have jointly committed more than $60 million to establish the Hunter Net Zero Manufacturing Centre of Excellence at TAFE NSW’s Tighes Hill campus in Newcastle. This centre is expected to play a pivotal role in skilling the workforce for a net-zero economy and fostering renewable energy advancements across the Hunter and Central Coast regions. […]

Lake Macquarie City Council has marked a successful year of accomplishments and forward momentum, as showcased in its 2023-24 Annual Report, presented during last night’s Council meeting. Mayor Adam Shultz praised the city’s achievements, which have strengthened local infrastructure, community engagement, and sustainability efforts. In the past financial year, Lake Macquarie has attracted nearly 900,000 attendees to Council events and local facilities, reinforcing its reputation as a thriving hub of […]