Have Your Say

The following projects and public exhibitions are open for your feedback. You can also view Public Notices for notifications on development applications and asset notices.

Projects Open for Feedback

Newcastle 2040 - online community workshop

Come along to our online workshop 12pm-1.15pm Thursday 4 November to hear about community priorities for Newcastle's future, learn how we're addressing these in our next Community Strategic Plan, and let us know if we've missed anything. Register...

Join our community panel

Join our community panel to stay up to date and have your say on important projects and initiatives in your local area. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UP TODAY.

Shortland Local Centre - proposed timed parking changes

We are seeking feedback on a proposal to introduce timed parking at various locations in Shortland Local Centre. Submissions close on Monday 8 November.

Proposed raised crossing Brunker Road Broadmeadow

We are seeking feedback on a proposal to improve pedestrian safety at the existing pedestrian crossing at Brunker Road near Coolah Road, Broadmeadow. Submissions close on Monday 15 November.

Planning Proposal and Draft Planning Agreement 41 and 47 Throsby Street Wickham

Submissions are welcome on the Planning Proposal and Draft Planning Agreement for 41 and 47 Throsby Street, Wickham. Submissions close on Monday 29 November 2021.

On-going Projects

Disability Inclusion Action Plan

We're reviewing our Disability Inclusion Action Plan.

Pedestrian Crossing Upgrade - Newcastle West

Thank you for having your say on the proposed intersection upgrades at the intersection of Parry and National Park Streets, Newcastle West.

Libraries Survey

Thanks for having your say on our library services.

Stockton Coastal Management Options

Thanks to everyone who gave feedback on potential management options to complement mass nourishment at Stockton. We're busy reviewing the feedback and will report back soon.

Proposed raised crossing Frederick Street at Coane Street

Thanks for your feedback on a proposed raised crossing on Frederick Street at Coane Street, Merewether. We're reviewing your feedback and will report back soon.

National Park Plan of Management

Thanks for having your say on National Park. We're reviewing the feedback you provided and will report back soon.

Newcastle After Dark - Phase 2 Trial

Phase 2 of the Newcastle After Dark trial is taking place in 22 venues.

Newcastle Harbour Foreshore Masterplan

We’re developing a masterplan to guide the future of Newcastle Harbour Foreshore. We're reviewing the preliminary concepts in light of community feedback received. There'll be more opportunities for the community to have their say later this year.

Kotara Local Character Study

Local character studies look at what makes an area unique, and the characteristics that should be retained as the city continues to evolve and change. We will keep you updated on new engagement opportunities as they come up.

Social Infrastructure

Thanks for sharing your opinions and ideas. We're reviewing your feedback and will report back soon.

Wallsend Masterplan

Thanks for sharing your ideas and views about Wallsend Town Centre.

Social Strategy

Thank you to the 1,700+ people who recently shared their views in our Social Strategy survey. We're reviewing the findings and will report back soon.

Mayfield Cycleways

Thank you for providing feedback on cycleways in Mayfield and surrounding areas. We are now reviewing all responses and will report back soon.

Gregson Park Masterplan

Thank you to everyone that had their say on the Gregson Park Master Plan. All submissions are currently being reviewed and we will report back soon.

Completed Projects

Carrington Greenspaces Masterplan

Thanks for having your say on your visions for Carrington. The Carrington Greenspace Masterplan was adopted by Council on 8 December 2020

Climate Action Planning

Our new Climate Action Plan will outline specific goals and priorities for the next 5 years has now been adopted.

Draft Community Grants Policy and draft Sponsorship Policy

The Community Grants Policy and Sponsorship Policy were adopted on 27 April 2021.

Draft Cycling Plan - On our bikes

Thanks for your feedback. The Cycling Plan was adopted by Council in February 2021

Destination Management Plan

Thanks for having your say on the draft Destination Management Plan for Newcastle. The plan was adopted by Council on 23 March 2021.

Draft Parking Plan - On the street

Thanks for your feedback on the draft Parking Plan - On the street. The Plan was adopted by Council in February 2021.

Economic Development Strategy

Thanks for having your say. The Economic Development Strategy was adopted by Council on 25 May 2021.

Our Budget 2021/22

Thanks for your feedback. Our Budget 2021/22 and Fees and Charges were adopted by Council on 25 May 2021.

Quarterly Community Survey

Thanks to everyone who recently completed our latest Quarterly Community Survey. The Winter 2021 results are now available.

Off-leash dog area - Lambton

Thanks for having your say on a potential off-leash dog park in Lambton.

Proposed traffic improvements, Shortland Local Centre

Thank you for your feedback on a proposal to improve safety for pedestrians and amenity in Shortland. The Public Domain and Traffic Plan was adopted by Council on 25 May 2021.

Lighting up James Street Plaza

Thanks for having your say on a preferred option for a creative, interactive lighting display at James Street Plaza. Option 2 "Microcosmic Mosaic" was the winner!

Strategic Sports Plan

Thanks for having your say on the Strategic Sports Plan. The Plan was adopted by Council on 8 December 2020.

Harbour to Cathedral Corridor

Thanks for having your say on a concept to protect and enhance views from the Harbour through to Christ Church Cathedral. Learn more about what the community had to say about the concept

Upgrade to Mitchell Street, Stockton

Mitchell Street in Stockton is set for a spruce-up from early 2021! View the plans and learn more

Wallsend Active Hub

Thanks for having your say on the concept plan for Wallsend Active Hub.

Wickham Masterplan Update

We prepared the Wickham Masterplan 2021 Update to address new challenges and opportunities in realising the long-term vision for Wickham. Thanks for having your say during our public exhibition.