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Dr. Ross Kerridge, a well-regarded anaesthetist and academic, leads the independent “Our Newcastle” campaign for the 2024 Newcastle Lord Mayor election. Previously involved with the Labor Party, Kerridge formed the “Our Newcastle” group after seeking change and greater focus on ethical governance and transparency within the local council.
Updated 7:24pm A Facebook post by Newcastle Lord Mayor Dr Ross Kerridge has sparked a political and administrative firestorm inside the City of Newcastle. The controversy stems from a memo issued by CEO Jeremy Bath on 1 April 2025 that instructed staff not to refer to Dr Kerridge’s wife, Marion, as “Lady Mayoress,” citing advice from the Office of Local Government (OLG) and the absence of a council resolution. That […]
newy.com.au - Newcastle has rolled out the red carpet for a royal takeover of a different kind, with the internationally acclaimed SIX The Musical now lighting up the Civic Theatre stage in a three-week run that kicked off on Thursday, 10 April 2025 and continues until Sunday, 4 May 2025. A modern retelling of the lives of the six wives of Henry VIII, the energetic pop musical has drawn crowds […]
Article updated 6:34am newy.com.au, The mayors of Newcastle, Cessnock and Port Stephens stood shoulder-to-shoulder in Sydney this week, pushing the NSW Government to act urgently on planning support, infrastructure delivery, and economic transition across the Hunter. Lord Mayor of Newcastle Dr Ross Kerridge, Cessnock Mayor Daniel Watton, and Port Stephens Mayor Leah Anderson met with NSW Planning and Public Spaces Minister Paul Scully as representatives of the Hunter Joint Organisation. […]
newy.com.au - Twenty-three-year-old Bailey Myers has been recognised as Newcastle’s Citizen of the Year for 2025 after completing an extraordinary solo journey spanning almost six months and raising nearly $16,000 in donations. His 4,500km walk began in Western Australia and ended in Newcastle, where he was honoured at City of Newcastle’s Citizen of the Year ceremony. Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge praised Mr Myers for his determination and leadership. “He embodies […]
A key coastal road in Newcastle has been revitalised following the completion of a $5 million safety and accessibility project by the City of Newcastle. Memorial Drive, a vital route for over 10,000 vehicles daily, now boasts improved stability and safer pedestrian access after extensive works to repair a 115-metre embankment damaged by heavy rainfall. The upgrade involved the construction of a robust retaining wall of steel-reinforced concrete piles to […]
Newcastle Lord Mayor Dr Ross Kerridge has voiced serious concerns regarding reports about the financial stability of Newcastle Airport, calling for immediate transparency from the airport's management. In a statement released today, Dr Kerridge highlighted several alarming allegations that, if true, could have significant implications for the community and the region's economy. Dr Kerridge referred to Newcastle Herald reports suggesting that internal documents from Newcastle Airport indicate its financial risk […]
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 […]
The City of Newcastle marked a new milestone as Dr Ross Kerridge, the newly elected independent mayor from the Our Newcastle group, presided over his first council meeting. This meeting signified a new chapter in the city's governance following the departure of long-time mayor Nuatali Nelmes, who was voted in as a councillor. Nelmes attended the meeting remotely due to family commitments, participating via audio link. "It is an extraordinary […]
Newcastle’s Lord Mayor is celebrating not only his new leadership of the city but also a special personal milestone, the birth of his new grandson, Atlas. Baby Atlas arrived at 8:24am today, bringing immense joy to the Mayor and his family. Although the Mayor’s role is one of civic responsibility, he remarked that no honour compares to the joy of becoming a grandad. This happy news comes after the Mayor […]
