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A broad spectrum of community initiatives across Maitland has received a significant boost, with nearly $70,000 awarded through the Maitland City Council's revamped Community Grants Program. During last night’s council meeting, 23 grant applications were successfully endorsed by the councillors. Relaunched earlier this year, the Bi-Annual Community Grants Program is aimed at empowering local organisations, groups, and individuals to deliver projects that enhance the social, cultural, and recreational fabric of […]

Raymond Terrace, Cessnock, Maitland, Thornton, and Rutherford are on high alert as reports of dog baiting increase. According to Hunter Training Centre, K9 Perception, Dogs across multiple areas in the Hunter Region have been targeted by a surge in dog baiting incidents. Reports have emerged from Raymond Terrace, Cessnock, and more recently, the Maitland area, with confirmed locations including Thornton, Maitland, and Rutherford. According to concerned residents, the baiting is […]

A major upgrade to revitalise the heart of Georgetown has commenced today, aimed at improving safety, accessibility, and overall appeal within the neighbourhood shopping area. The first stage of the City of Newcastle’s project will involve upgrades to speed control measures and the addition of infrastructure designed to slow down vehicles and reinforce the existing 40km/h zone. The renewal of the existing bus stop will also improve accessibility for commuters, […]

In the early hours of this morning, VRA Rescue Cessnock responded to a serious motor vehicle collision on Sawyers Gully Road, Sawyers Gully. The incident, which occurred at 2:59 am, involved a single vehicle that had left the roadway and collided with a house, leaving one person trapped inside. Upon arriving at the scene, rescue personnel found the vehicle resting against the structure with the driver still inside. The rescue […]

Australia Post has launched a new fleet of 175 electric motorbikes, part of the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, safety, and innovative delivery solutions. Manufactured by UBCO Electric Utility Bikes, these new motorbikes are being deployed nationwide, including Edgeworth in Lake Macquarie, marking the first rollout of this type in the Australia Post network. The UBCO bikes can reach speeds of up to 80 km/h and are designed to handle […]

Local dogs and their owners may soon be enjoying extended hours at Newcastle’s popular fenced dog parks, as Labor councillors plan to table a motion at the next City of Newcastle Council meeting to investigate the installation of lighting. Newcastle's three fenced dog parks, located in North Lambton, Maryland, and Islington, have seen increased popularity, but shorter daylight hours during winter have left many dog owners struggling to make the […]

The City of Newcastle is set to benefit from nearly $10.1 million in federal funding over the next five years, thanks to the Albanese Labor Government’s increased investment in local infrastructure. The funding, provided through the Roads to Recovery (RTR) program, includes a $4 million boost, enabling critical upgrades across several key locations in the city. The increased investment, part of a broader strategy to enhance community liveability, safety, and […]