Parking fines
Parking fines are necessary to regulate and control the use of parking spaces.
Fines have become necessary to ensure the safety of road users and to maximise access to valuable kerbside parking spaces.
What to do if you receive an infringement notice
If you receive a parking fine (an 'penalty notice') you have 21 days to pay it, lodge an appeal or elect to go to court.
How to pay your fine
Fines are paid directly to the State Debt Recovery Office and NOT Council. They can be paid by:
Mail: PO Box 4444
Parramatta NSW 2124
(write the penalty notice number clearly on back of cheque)
Phone: 1300 138 118
(Mastercard and VISA Card only)
Internet: State Debt Recovery Office 
(Mastercard and VISA Card only)
Post Office:
In person at any post office
For further information please contact Council on 1800 637 055 or the State Debt Recovery Office on 1300 138 118.
Contact us
City Administration Centre
282 King Street
Newcastle NSW 2300
Tel: 02 4974 2000