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22 Oct 2021Newcastle benefits from record infrastructure spend to buffer impact of COVID on local economy
Audited financial statements for the last twelve months show that the City of Newcastle lifted its infrastructure spend by more than ten percent, to a record $102.4 million, to counter the impact of COVID-19 on the local economy.
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22 Oct 2021South Newcastle Beach stone shelter stands the test of time
When the stones were set in the arches at South Newcastle Beach, horse and carts filled the streets of Newcastle and beach attire consisted of three-piece suits and ankle length dresses.
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21 Oct 2021
New plan to ensure Newcastle is an inclusive community for all
City of Newcastle has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring Newcastle is an inclusive community via an updated Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) to be presented to Councillors at Tuesday's Council Meeting.
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21 Oct 2021Sporting facilities set for upgrades thanks to City of Newcastle grant funding
Sporting facility upgrades for Alder Park in New Lambton, Empire Park opposite Bar Beach, Cook Park in Shortland and Hamilton Park Tennis Club are among 59 projects awarded a combined $450,000 in funding from the City of Newcastle.
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20 Oct 2021Residents and visitors set for one more summer splash before Newcastle Ocean Baths' upgrade
City of Newcastle Councillors will vote on Tuesday to award the Newcastle Ocean Baths upgrade contract with the site to close early next year and be off limits for just one summer.
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20 Oct 2021
Financials highlight cost of COVID but strong foundation holds City in good stead for future
The two-and-a-half month lockdown of Newcastle is expected to cost the City of Newcastle $8.5 million this year alone with the biggest financial hits coming from the loss of tonnages to the waste management centre at Summerhill, the temporary closure of the Civic Theatre, the closure of the Stockton Holiday Park and a reduction in the number of people using parking meters in the CBD as well as parking tickets being issued.
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19 Oct 2021Employment opportunities in focus as City responds to COVID-19
January 2022 will usher in a new year - and a new career - for 12 trainees, apprentices and graduates as Newcastle looks to create employment opportunities for the city’s young people as part of its response to COVID-19.
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18 Oct 2021Newcastle recognised for innovative approach to economic development
City of Newcastle’s innovative approach to talent attraction and people-first economic development strategy has been recognised at the 2021 National Economic Development Awards for Excellence.
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18 Oct 2021Nominations now open for City of Newcastle 2022 Citizen of the Year Awards
As another challenging year draws to a close, City of Newcastle is calling for nominations for its 2022 Citizen of the Year Awards to recognise the strength, resilience and excellence of Novocastrians.
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18 Oct 2021Improved safety coming soon for Shortland Local Centre
A more attractive and accessible local centre is on its way for Shortland, with City of Newcastle set to start construction on an upgrade to improve safety next month.
