Recreation and Reserves

The Newcastle coastline has many parks, reserves and open spaces and the Coastal Revitalisation program encourages participation in a range of activities. Walking, cycling, outdoor exercise, beach sports, swimming, surfing and skateboarding are all encouraged across our coastline.

Our Coastal Revitalisation program provides facilities which maximise choice and opportunity in recreation and encourage participation. Some examples include:

Empire Park skatepark
Dixon Park reserve
Traffic and parking access at The Hill
New seating and access to beaches.

City of Newcastle acknowledges that we operate on the grounds of the traditional country of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples.
We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing relationship with the land, and that they are the proud survivors of more than two hundred years of dispossession.
CN reiterates its commitment to address disadvantages and attain justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this community.