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Three sports fields in Newcastle are set to benefit from over $3.3 million in upgrades, designed to boost female participation and accommodate expected population growth. Funded by City of Newcastle and the NSW Government's Level the Playing Field Program, the upgrades will include new amenities buildings at Tarro Reserve and Johnson Park in Lambton. These buildings will feature female-friendly change rooms, an accessible toilet, canteen, referees' room, and storage. Additionally, […]

The Maitland City Council has illuminated the Morpeth Bridge in blue to celebrate the NSW Blues' thrilling victory in the State of Origin series. First opened in 1898, the heritage-listed Morpeth Bridge is a significant historical structure, being one of the oldest timber truss bridges in New South Wales. It has served as a vital link between Morpeth and the surrounding areas for over a century and underwent significant rehabilitation […]

Swansea, NSW – Authorities have confirmed they found a body, believed to be of a man, who went missing earlier this month after a boating accident in the Swansea Channel. Luke Smith, 23, vanished on the evening of Saturday, 6 July 2024, when the tinny he was in, collided with a buoy and capsized in the Swansea Channel. Emergency services responded to calls for help at Channel Street around 7:50 […]

The past, present and future will be celebrated next month with a family-friendly festival to mark the 150th anniversary of Wallsend being declared a municipality. City of Newcastle has worked with the local community to create a hallmark event featuring something for all ages including musical and cultural performances, market stalls, rides, children's activities and storytelling. The celebration will run from 1pm to 6pm on 17 August with Wallsend Park […]

The Newcastle Ocean Baths, has been surrounded by various myths, and the City of Newcastle have created a post on Facebook to set the record straight. In a bid to debunk misconceptions and involve the community in the rejuvenation project, the council has launched "Monday Mythbusting" focused on the Newcastle Ocean Baths. https://haveyoursay.newcastle.nsw.gov.au/NOB Exciting Developments in Stage 2 Concept Design The Stage 2 concept design for the Newcastle Ocean Baths […]