Projects and Works

The transformation of Newcastle into a smart, liveable and sustainable global city continues, as we look to spend a record $132 million on a range of infrastructure projects in the 2022/23 financial year.

Our Delivery Program and Operational Plan reflects our integrated approach to support the Newcastle 2040 Community Strategic Plan.

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View our monthly Civil Works reports

Priority Projects

Our Priority Projects are the result of extensive community consultation which helps form the Newcastle 2030 Community Strategic Plan.

Local Centres Program

The Local Centres Program guides the infrastructure renewal works within the local centres throughout the Newcastle LGA.

Pedestrian and traffic improvement projects

We're working on a number of local area traffic management and pedestrian improvement projects.

Playground Replacement Program

Each year up to five playgrounds are included in annual asset renewal works program.

Road Rehabilitation and Resurfacing

Road rehabilitation and resurfacing works occur on a regular basis right across the city.

Ironbark Creek Rehabilitation

Work is underway on the next stage of our rehabilitation of Ironbark Creek.

Cottage Creek bridge replacement, Hunter Street

We are planning the replacement of the 100 year old Cottage Creek bridge, constructing a new bridge that is fit for purpose moving into the future in this busy section of Hunter Street.

Bathers Way, South Newcastle

We are creating a vibrant and attractive hub for visitors and residents while upgrading the pedestrian and cycle path links in this section of the Bathers Way.

East End Village

We are progressing works on the East End Village project, with the first phase of works now complete.

Newcastle Ocean Baths Upgrade

We are in the process of revitalising the Newcastle Ocean Baths and it will be done in two stages.

Demolition of King Street Car Park

We have completed the demolition of the multi storey car park at 92 King Street.

Remediation of former landfill, Astra Street Shortland

We have commenced environmental remediation work at a former landfill in Shortland to maintain the local protected environment.

Proposed Material Recovery Facility

We are proposing to expand our operations at the Summerhill Waste Management Centre to include a Material Recovery Facility.

Proposed Organics Processing Facility

We are proposing to build an organics processing facility at Summerhill Waste Management Centre to process food and garden waste, diverting it from landfill.

Emergency repairs, Southern Beaches

Read information and updates on the response and management of erosion at our Southern Beaches.

Richmond Vale Rail Trail

The Richmond Vale Rail Trail is a proposed cycling and walking track along the former Richmond Vale rail line between Kurri Kurri and Hexham, along the former Chichester to Newcastle water pipeline between Shortland and Tarro.

No. 1 Sportsground Redevelopment

The redevelopment of No. 1 Sportsground, to meet regional AFL and cricket standards, is now underway.

University Drive, Waratah West, Stormwater improvements and new footbridge

We are improving the flow of stormwater in the area and delivering a new footbridge for pedestrians and cyclists alongside University Drive, Waratah West.

Wallsend Active Hub

We have delivered a $1.5 million active hub in Wallsend's Federal Park.

Mitchell Street Upgrade, Stockton

As part of our Local Centres Program, we have delivered a complete upgrade of Mitchell Street in Stockton.

Orchardtown Road Upgrade, New Lambton

As part of our Local Centres Program, we are upgrading Orchardtown Road, New Lambton.

Waratah - Maud Street road safety improvements

We are implementing traffic changes in Maud Street, Waratah, to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists using the University to Newcastle City cycling route.

New buried seawall, Southern end of Mitchell Street seawall

We are planning the construction of a more permanent protection structure at the southern end of the Mitchell Street seawall in Stockton to shield the shoreline and reduce the chance of inundation during large swells.

Repair works, King Street breakwater

We are repairing damage along the King Street breakwater in Stockton following erosion events, and reinstating access for the community, including a new accessway to South Stockton Beach.

Islington - Chinchen and Clyde Street intersection

We are installing traffic lights at the intersection of Chinchen and Clyde streets Islington to improve traffic, pedestrian and cyclist movements in the area.

City Centre to Merewether Cycleway - Stage One

We have completed the first leg of the City Centre to Merewether Beach cycleway project.

Hunter Street Trial Cycleway

Construction has finished on a trial cycleway connection along Hunter Street, between National Park Street and Worth Place.

Adamstown - Glebe Road local centre and traffic improvements

We've completed preliminary civil works on Glebe Road in preparation for future installation of traffic control signals at Glebe Road and Park Avenue.

Cooks Hill - Swan Street renewal

Work is underway to rehabilitate Swan Street, Cooks Hill, between Darby Street and Mosbri Crescent. Stage 1 is complete, with future stages in planning.

Islington Park Dog Off Leash Area

We have recently enhanced the existing off leash area at Islington Park.

Newcastle - City Hall restoration

Work to refurbish the western and northern façades of Newcastle City Hall has been completed.

Jefferson Park

The Jefferson Park Concept Plan will inform future minor improvements to the park.

Perkins Street Retaining Wall

Perkins Street stairs are closed until further notice, please consider using Wolfe Street as a safer route for access between Church and Perkins Street.

Civil Works Reports

Keep up to date with our projects and works via our monthly Civil Works Reports.

Calculation of infrastructure in need of renewal

We have brought the method of calculating infrastructure in need of renewal in line with best practice to ensure ratepayers’ money is spent where it is needed most.

Lambton Park War Memorial Swimming Centre

Demolition of the existing 60-year-old concrete grandstand at Lambton Swimming Centre, is currently underway.

Broadmeadow Regionally Significant Growth Area

The Hunter Regional Plan 2041, prepared by the Department of Planning and Environment (DPE), identifies Broadmeadow as a regionally significant growth area and a priority location for future housing.

Woodward Street, Merewether - Road and Embankment

This project is looking to identify in greater detail the issues and concerns that the community have in relation to the road and embankment, in order to explore possible options to enhance conditions.

Adamstown Park Stage One Works

Newcastle Art Gallery Expansion

Newcastle Art Gallery has been at the heart of our city’s rich arts and cultural history for over forty years. Now, the story of its future has begun.

Maryland Fenced Off-Leash Dog Park Stage One Works

As part of The Dogs in Open Space Plan (2019), Stage One Works will soon commence at Maryland Off-Leash Dog Park.

Darling Street Oval, Hamilton South - Grandstand

The redevelopment of Darling Street Oval, to meet NPL standards and the growing participation of girls and women in football, is underway.

Lugar Park, Kotara South - Amenities Upgrade

Work is underway on the amenities upgrade at Lugar Park, Kotara South.

Beaumont Street, Hamilton Road Resurfacing

Works will soon commence to resurface the current asphalt on Beaumont Street, Hamilton, providing a safer, stronger road network.