Ordinary Council Meeting Tuesday 22 July 2025

Following is a summary of resolutions from the Ordinary Council Meeting of Tuesday 22 July 2025. NB: it is not a full record of resolutions. 

Ordinary business 

Exhibition of Code of Meeting Practice

Council unanimously voted to place an amended draft Code of Meeting Practice 2025 on public exhibition for a minimum of 28 days. Should no submissions be received, the draft will be considered adopted without a further report to Council.

Urban Design Review Panel Annual Report 2024

Council received the Urban Design Review Panel Annual Report 2024. The Panel provides independent, expert advice to City of Newcastle and applicants about the quality of the urban design and amenity of developments. 

Financial assistance for ratepayers impacted by New Lambton landslip incident

Council unanimously voted to publicly notify City of Newcastle's intention to grant financial assistance to ratepayers impacted by the 23 May 2025 New Lambton landslip.

Tender report - OEM parts and service suppliers 2025-2028

Council voted unanimously to accept an exemption to tendering requirements for the supply of Original Equipment Manufacturer parts and services for City of Newcastle fleet vehicles. 

Notices of Motion 

Honouring the life, achievements and service of Councillor Sinead Francis-Coan

Council honoured the life, achievements and service of Councillor Sinead Francis-Coan and extended condolences to Cr Francis-Coan's family and friends after her sudden and tragic passing.

Remembering former Lord Mayor Jeff McCloy

Council extended condolences to the McCloy family following the passing of former Lord Mayor Jeff McCloy after a battle with motor neurone disease. A service was held on 8 July 2025 at Newcastle City Hall to remember and celebrate the life, legacy and achievements of Mr McCloy.

Hunter Street Mall - Newcomen to Thorn Streets

Council noted the significant investment committed by City of Newcastle to the East End Public Domain Plan, including the Hunter Street Mall between Thorn and Newcomen Streets, as outlined in the Budget and upcoming detailed design work, and acknowledges the short-term safety and amenity upgrades completed since January 2025, including lighting repairs, pavement remediation, and graffiti removal on public assets.

Hamilton BIA board changeover

Council thanked Reece Hignell and Amanda Hinds for four years as Chair and Vice Chair of the Hamilton Business Improvement Association, and welcomed new members Alissa McCulloch (Chair), Evan Reid (Vice Chair), and Kathy Sloss (Secretary). Council also thanked Kasey Pollard (Treasurer), Josh Distefano, Ram Khatri and Lovkesh Asija for their continued efforts as volunteer members of the Board of the Hamilton BIA.

Horseshoe Beach / Camp Shortland

Council unanimously voted to write to the Member for Newcastle, Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, and Transport for NSW requesting them to address a range of issues relating to the Horseshoe Beach precinct.

Recognising the 80th anniversary of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

Council unanimously voted to commemorate the 80^th anniversaries of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and affirm that nuclear weapons continue to pose an unacceptable threat to humanity and our shared environment.

505 Minmi Road

Council recognised the State Government's decision on 505 Minmi Road and unanimously voted to continue advocating on this issue.