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COVID-19: how we are responding

The safety and wellbeing of our communities, customers and employees is our top priority. We're working with government partners and local stakeholders to respond to COVID-19.
Free training for small businesses

City of Newcastle has developed a Local Accredited Online Training Program to provide upskilling and development opportunities for small business owners and their staff. The training programs are being delivered online by the University of Newcastle, TAFE NSW and Novaskill.
Cool inspiration for these Winter School Holidays

We’ve been busy coming up with seriously fun ways the entire family can enjoy the holidays within the current COVID-19 restrictions. Our free digital-led calendar of events is a sure-fire way to keep cabin-fever at bay!
Household Chemical CleanOut

Clean out your household chemicals the right way on 18 July 2020. Find out more about the accepted materials and locations.
City Centre to Merewether Cycleway

We are seeking community feedback on a proposed cycleway connecting The Junction to Merewther Beach via Watkins Street. Our consultation is open for comment until 27July 2020.
Have your say on a potential off-leash dog park in Lambton

Share your views on a potential new off-leash dog park for Lambton. Now is your opportunity to have a say between 25 June to 6 August 2020.

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Weather warning for Newcastle and Hunter

City of Newcastle has implemented safety precautions ahead of an east coast low forecast to build today and tomorrow.
City supports accredited training for COVID affected workers

Newcastle small business workers now have access to free accredited online training as part of an initiative of City of Newcastle delivered through TAFE NSW, the University of Newcastle and Novaskill.
City Taskforce Update 3 July 2020

The City Taskforce, a collaboration of 17 leading organisations and employers, chaired by Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes City of Newcastle, held its fifth meeting today via Zoom. The Taskforce was formed to develop a collaborative approach to the City’s response to COVID-19, from crisis to recovery and beyond.
Wheels turning on driverless vehicle trial

The first ever driverless vehicle to mix with traffic on Newcastle’s roads has started ferrying passengers along Wharf Road as part of a three-month trial.
Affordable school holiday fun at City’s cultural venues

City of Newcastle is ready to welcome families back to some of its recently reopened facilities these school holidays while providing a range of online opportunities to be creative, experiment with science, or make something memorable.
Winter sport returns across the city

Winter sports return today after City of Newcastle staff worked with sporting associations, clubs and neighbouring councils to support the resumption of competition and ensure a safe and consistent approach.