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Foreshore Park playspace to become flagship destination for inclusive recreation
Construction will begin this year on Newcastle's first purpose-built inclusive playspace and waterplay area should councillors award a tender for the Foreshore Park project on Tuesday evening.
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City of Newcastle welcomes State recognition of coastal heritage icon
The historic significance of Newcastle's much-loved ocean baths has been acknowledged by the NSW Government, which today announced it would list the site on the State Heritage Register.
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Shared vision for Broadmeadow reaches new milestone
A once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the future of Broadmeadow will reach a milestone next week, with Councillors to vote on the adoption of a 30-year strategy for the 313-hectare precinct.
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City of Newcastle overcomes language barriers to keep beachgoers safe in the surf
A rise in beach rescues among non-English speaking residents and visitors has prompted City of Newcastle to provide translations of vital water safety information. -
Ordinary Council Meeting (items adjourned from 25 February) - 18 March 2025
Following is a summary of resolutions from the Ordinary Council meeting (items adjourned from 25 February) of Tuesday 18 March 2025. NB: it is not a full record of resolutions.
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City of Newcastle invests in future of coastal precinct
City of Newcastle will begin work next week to ensure the safety and longevity of one of its most popular coastal precincts.
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Increasing female participation prompts strategic sports update
City of Newcastle will reshape its Strategic Sports Plan to meet the needs of an expanding population and enable more women and girls to train and compete. -
City of Newcastle launches plan to develop 10-year cultural roadmap
Newcastle's cultural credentials will take centre stage as part of a 10-year strategy that will guide City of Newcastle's commitment to the local arts, culture and creative industries.
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City of Newcastle doubles down on youth-led climate action
Young Novocastrians have another chance to design and deliver local solutions to climate change with applications opening tomorrow for $150,000 in funding through City of Newcastle's Youth Climate Action grants program. -
City of Newcastle shines a light on seniors for statewide festival
Newcastle high school students will be talking tech with seniors as part of an intergenerational IT lesson being rolled out at Newcastle Museum next week during the NSW Seniors Festival.