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Improved safety coming soon for Shortland Local Centre
A more attractive and accessible local centre is on its way for Shortland, with City of Newcastle set to start construction on an upgrade to improve safety next month.
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New funding to welcome back live performances
As the city emerges from lockdown, City of Newcastle has announced the return of its ‘Locally Made and Played Grant’ program with funding available to showcase talented local artists and incentivise venues to host live performances.
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Funding programs offer $1.25 million boost for COVID-affected sectors
Two street art festivals will help draw visitors into the city centre, increase spending with local businesses and showcase the talents of local artists, thanks to support from City of Newcastle.
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Community satisfaction increases as major projects are delivered throughout the city
Independent research shows community satisfaction with City of Newcastle (CN) has increased progressively since 2012, correlating with increased investment in capital works of almost 200 per cent in the same period.
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Statement on pools and staged resumption of services
City of Newcastle will continue to focus on the health and safety of our community as we take a staged approach to the safe reopening of services and facilities this week in line with NSW Government Public Health Orders (PHOs).
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Online vote crowns People's Choice for Kilgour Prize
A first-time entrant has taken out the People's Choice award in this year's Kilgour Prize after attracting 19 per cent of the total votes, which were cast online due to COVID-19 restrictions.
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Health and wellbeing at the heart of City of Newcastle’s local business support
City of Newcastle has marked World Mental Health Day by launching an eight-week campaign to encourage the community to improve their physical and mental health whilst earning discounts that can be redeemed at local businesses.
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Bathers Way just got even better
Local coffee lovers will soon be flocking to Dixon Park Beach, with the arrival of a long-awaited kiosk in time for the busy Summer period.
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$450K in grants to support jobs and business growth
A transition to clean energy, developing solutions to grow a circular economy and connecting refugees to career pathways have received funding under City of Newcastle's Community Support Grants Program.
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Hamilton’s James Street Plaza lights up
Hamilton's James Street Plaza will be filled with colour and light every night following the installation of an interactive lighting display developed as part of City of Newcastle's transformation of this much-loved community space.