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Library reopening and celebrations mark War Memorial Cultural Centre's 60th anniversary
The revitalisation of Newcastle's CBD has taken another step forward with the reopening of the newly refurbished Newcastle Region Library City branch.
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East end renewal taking shape as Newcastle 500 draws closer
Millions of dollars' worth of improvements to Newcastle's east end are rapidly taking shape as the countdown to the inaugural Newcastle 500 continues.
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Council update - 18 October 2017
Following is a summary of the Extraordinary Public Voice Committee meeting of Wednesday 18 October 2017. Note: This is not a record of resolutions. -
Shining lights of Newcastle community to take part in Commonwealth Games Queen's Baton Relay
Local participants have been announced for the 2018 Commonwealth Games Queen's Baton Relay. -
Council update - 17 October 2017
Following is a summary of the Development Applications Committee of 17 October 2017. Note: It is not a record of resolutions. -
Council flying the flag for marriage equality
Newcastle City Council will support this weekend's Yesfest event to back the 'yes' vote in Australia's national marriage law plebiscite before hoisting rainbow flags above Civic Park next week.
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Grants improve sporting facilities
Shade structures, an electronic scoreboard and new lighting for local sporting facilities will all be delivered with help from Newcastle City Council's annual grants and sponsorship program.
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Blackbutt overwhelmed by community response to reptile theft
Blackbutt's popular reptile show will soon make a comeback thanks to pet owners who've offered to donate more than 30 animals to replace the star attractions stolen from the reserve last week.
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Touching portrait of everlasting love wins KILGOUR PRIZE 2017 People's Choice
A tender and colourful portrait of 89 year old Ken and 90 year old Betty's brightly smiling eyes peering over cups of coffee has won the hearts of voters in this year's KILGOUR PRIZE 2017 People's Choice Award at Newcastle Art Gallery. -
Sign up for garage sale trail
Novocastrians looking to offload unwanted household items are invited to sign up for next month's community-friendly Garage Sale Trail event to help promote sustainability.