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25 Feb 2026Community invited to have their say as culture emerges as economic powerhouse
City of Newcastle has thrown a spotlight on Newcastle’s thriving creative sector, which supports almost 3,500 jobs and generates around $565 million in direct value added to the local economy.
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24 Feb 2026Ordinary Council Meeting 24 February 2026
Following is a summary of resolutions from the Ordinary Council meeting of Tuesday 24 February 2026. NB: it is not a full record of resolutions.
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24 Feb 2026Geotechnical findings confirm cause and significance of 2025 New Lambton landslip
An independent, geotechnical report has confirmed the 2025 New Lambton landslip is the largest residential landslip in Australian history and was the result of a natural disaster following two days of intense rainfall. -
23 Feb 2026
City of Newcastle leads new initiative to elevate international talent
Skilled migrants, refugees and international students will connect with potential employers next month at the region’s first International Careers Day.
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21 Feb 2026Kids given chance to add own touch to Foreshore Park playspace
One of Newcastle’s youngest residents will become the king, or queen, of the castle by permanently naming the cubby house being built as part of the Foreshore Park playspace. -
18 Feb 2026Foo Fighters are coming to Foocastle
Legendary rock band Foo Fighters have been confirmed to headline Foocastle’s McDonald Jones Stadium on November 12 as part of their Take Cover Tour, in a major coup for Newcastle and the Hunter’s booming visitor economy.
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17 Feb 2026Half a million reasons to celebrate new era for Newcastle Art Gallery
City of Newcastle has kicked off 2026 with a $500,000 boost from the Newcastle Art Gallery Foundation as final preparations occur before the opening of the $48 million expansion project.
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16 Feb 2026
NSW Government to trial council developed system that slashes DA times by 50%
The NSW Government has provided funding of $2 million to City of Newcastle for a DA approval process that has seen the council slash its DA times by more than 50%. -
16 Feb 2026
NSW Government to trial council developed system that slashes DA times by 50%
The NSW Government has provided funding of $2 million to City of Newcastle for a DA approval process that has seen the council slash its DA times by more than 50%. -
15 Feb 2026Art and environment combine to create community connections to Newcastle creek
A group of junior football players have kicked off a community art project designed to strengthen Newcastle residents’ relationships with their local waterways.
