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What’s happening in Your Newcastle? Lord Mayor City of Newcastle, Nuatali Nelmes, takes five with City leaders as well as prominent and everyday Novocastrians to discover events, projects and initiatives in your backyard.Together we explore how the City of Newcastle is evolving into a smart, l...
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41 EpisodenStreet Art Part 1: The ephemeral nature of art
From its hip hop origins, street art has evolved to become part of a broader
spectrum of public art that inspires the masses and starts conversa...
Street Art Part 2: Jordan Lucky paints a picture of Newcastle’s street art scene
Newcastle is entering a new phase of sophistication as an arts and cultural
destination. From prominent walls to hidden laneways, Newcastle’s bu...
From the Heart: Thomas Mayor on the referendum for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament
The Albanese Government has committed to holding a referendum to
constitutionally enshrine an Indigenous Voice to Parliament in the current
East end revitalisation takes shape against city skyline
Ensuring strong protections for our rich built and cultural heritage has been
critical to the ongoing urban renewal, transformation and preserva...
Newcastle Art Gallery multi-million-dollar expansion takes off
Newcastle Art Gallery’s long awaited $40 million expansion is underway, with
the gallery set to double in size with an additional 1,600sqm of ex...
Is electrifying homes the next frontier in climate change? Dr Saul Griffith’s vision to Rewire Australia
Market volatility and the threat of climate change are driving a national energy
crisis. Could widespread electrification in the suburbs be the...
The most valuable art collection outside the capitals belongs to Newcastle
In anticipation of Newcastle Art Gallery’s $40 million expansion, the gallery’s
entire collection of more than 7,000 artworks was revalued at $1...
On the verge: greening suburban streets
Greening Newcastle’s streets has never been more important as we face the
challenges of urban heat island effect, population growth and the impa...
20-minute neighbourhoods: creating safer, more accessible public spaces
City of Newcastle’s Local Centres Program paves the way for neighbourhood
centre upgrades near you, delivering footpath upgrades, tree planting,...
A day in the life of Newcastle Museum Curator David Hampton
From a convict’s button to larger, iconic pieces from the BHP Newcastle
steelworks, there are treasures abound in the Newcastle Museum collectio...
From trainee to permanent employee: Yvonne Edwards’ story
In January 2022, City of Newcastle will welcome 12 new trainees and apprentices under its dedicated Trainees and Apprentices Program. In this episode,...
On air with Tanya Wilks and Jess Farchione
Dominating a large share of the Newcastle radio market between their respective breakfast shows, Tanya Wilks (Triple M) and Jess Farchione (Hit 106.9)...
Diversifying our port to embrace renewables
The Port of Newcastle is the third-largest in Australia and contributes $1.5 billion to the national GDP. Accounting for 4,400 ship movements per year...
Finding a fixed address: Newcastle’s social and affordable housing crisis
Newcastle is facing a tsunami of need for social and affordable housing due to job losses, rent hikes and stagnant wage growth, exacerbated by the COV...
10 years and 104 games: Sam Poolman calls time on her professional netball career
Crowned City of Newcastle’s 2021 Young Citizen of the Year, Sam Poolman has called time on her professional netball career, ending on a high with a wh...
Against all odds: the Lauren Parker story
Born a talented able-bodied triathlete, Lauren Parker’s life was turned upside down during a horrific accident in 2017 when she was training for the I...
On your bike – ditching the car for a cheaper and cleaner transport option
City of Newcastle is investing in improved cycleway networks to benefit residents, commuters, and visitors alike, shifting public perception by provid...
Delivering targeted support through the second wave of COVID-19
When the second wave of COVID-19 and lockdowns struck, City of Newcastle acted swiftly to expand its award-winning $5.5 million Community and Economic...
“Give peace a chance”
Newcastle has a long and proud history of peace activism, with former Lord Mayor the late Joy Cummings AM declaring the City of Newcastle a Nuclear Fr...
It’s all happening in historic Hamilton
Shaped by a diverse, multicultural community, Hamilton is full of rich history. In recent years Beaumont Street has undergone revitalisation, with the...
Get ready for New Annual 2.0
Joined by co-host Councillor Carol Duncan, Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes recaps the success of City of Newcastle’s inaugural arts and cultural festival, N...
On life, love and manifestation: Jackie Gillies
City of Newcastle Ambassador, philanthropist, psychic medium and Real Housewives of Melbourne star Jackie Gillies opens up about her love story with h...
Our backyard is your backyard
City of Newcastle’s parks and playgrounds are an extension of our backyards, providing safe, inclusive spaces for play. In this episode, Vicki McCarte...
Women in Leadership: Meet the Lord Mayors
Local Government is the level of government closest to the people. So, how can we be agents of change? Joining Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes rem...
Newcastle Airport is ready for take-off
Newcastle Airport has faced many challenges throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, not least of which was a 99% reduction in passengers at the height of th...
Dive in to the Newcastle Ocean Baths upgrade
Newcastle’s Most Miserable Man, Paul Scott, weighs in on Stage 1 of the Newcastle Ocean Baths upgrade to the pools and promenade as a member of City o...
A husband, four children, two dogs and loyal friends: behind Mel Histon of Got Your Back Sista
A City of Newcastle foundation charity partner since 2017, Got Your Back Sista provides practical, on-the-ground assistance to women and children esca...
Teaching young men empathy, respect and consent
Schools-based youth mentoring program Top Blokes Foundation is expanding into the City of Newcastle, educating boys and young men on respect, empathy...
Back to our artistic roots with Mitch Revs
From humble origins, Novocastrian artist Mitch Revs, known for his signature colourful cartoon style murals and prints, takes us on the journey of his...
Our plan to reach Net Zero Emissions by 2040
Did you know, 60% of street lighting and counting across the City of Newcastle is LED? Or that Summerhill Waste Management Centre is home to a five-me...
Discover Blackbutt Reserve these Winter School Holidays
Discover Blackbutt Reserve these school holidays and immerse yourself in nature. Occupying over 182 hectares of natural bushland, packed with winding...
People of Museum Park
If you follow Newcastle Museum’s socials, you might be familiar with the People of Museum Park series, featuring the many and varied users of Museum P...
Newcastle Goes Crazy for Cakeboi
There’s a new bakery on the block! MasterChef Australia Season 10 and Season 12 contestant Reece Hignell is the “bakerpreneur” behind Cakeboi in Hamil...
How COVID-19 Has Changed Travel
COVID-19 has changed the way we travel. With many of us choosing to ‘Holiday Here This Year’, tourism operators have pivoted to deal with the impacts...
The Power of Country: Dr Kelvin Kong and Dr Donna Meehan
Australia’s first recognised Indigenous surgeon, Associate Professor Dr Kelvin Kong, was crowned City of Newcastle’s 2021 Citizen of the Year in Janua...
South Newcastle Beach, the Starr of the Show
City of Newcastle is constructing a new skatepark and bowl at South Newcastle Beach, part of the City’s multimillion-dollar improvements to Bathers Wa...
Shaping Newcastle’s Future
City of Newcastle’s Community Strategic Plan (CSP) is our map to a brighter future for all of us. The CSP reflects what we value and drives the delive...
Searching for Grant Funding Just Got Easier
Grant funding is critical to the operation of many local businesses, community groups, sporting clubs and not-for-profits. But what if there was an ea...
10,000 Reasons to Move to Newcastle
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, City of Newcastle launched an economic development initiative called New Move to jump-start local economic recov...
Riding the Wave: Newcastle is an events city
The World Surf League’s Rip Curl Newcastle Cup might be over, but the City is still riding a wave of positive momentum, attracting an increasing numbe...