Business & the Environment
2025 Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Awards applications open
The annual Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Awards acknowledge and support business accomplishments in Lake Macquarie City, recognise and highlight achievements, and ultimately encourage all businesses in the city to strive for excellence.
Newcastle Creative Agency Out of the Square is proud to announce selection for the Cairns Hatchlings creative awards
Out of the Square (OOTS) creatives Ryan Williams, Graphic and UX/UI Designer, and Emmerson Maclean, Videographer and Editor, have been selected as Finalists in the inaugural Cairns Hatchlings competition
Aerobridge installation marks final stretch to international status
With Newcastle Airport set to officially become an international port of entry to Australia in August 2025, the installation of the airport’s first-ever aerobridge, a new baggage carousel, and key terminal finishes has signalled the final phase of a once-in-a-generation project that will redefine connectivity and economic growth for the Hunter Region forever.
2025 Newcastle Hospitality & Tourism Awards: Nominations close 27 April
Nominations for Newcastle Tourism Industry Group’s (NTIG) 2025 Newcastle Hospitality & Tourism Awards are now open.
Port of Newcastle strengthens ties with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to advance its Clean Energy Precinct
Port of Newcastle has made another significant step to advance its Clean Energy Precinct (CEP), signing a formal Advisory Agreement with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd (MHI).
The Agreement will enable the Port to draw upon MHI’s
Newcastle Future Transit Corridor location decided
A decision has been taken on the location of the Newcastle Future Transit Corridor between the Newcastle Interchange and Broadmeadow, preserving the route for future transport links.
Capital Corporation Officially Opens Display Suite for Lovedale Farm
Home to the Hunter Valley’s newest $1 billion residential, resort, and golfing destination.
$569 million contract locks in another decade of jobs in the Hunter
The Government has ensured the future of the Royal Australian Air Force’s E-7A Wedgetail surveillance aircraft with a $569 million contract that also secures hundreds of highly skilled jobs across the country.
CareFlight expands operations in Newcastle to enhance aeromedical services
CareFlight has announced the expansion of its base in Newcastle, with a permanently based turbo-prop aircraft and jet now enhancing its capability to provide lifesaving patient transport services to and from the region.
All aboard for the $1 million revitalisation of Maitland’s transport precinct
Maitland City Council has secured $1 million as a pilot partnership as part of the NSW Government’s reVITALise – Public Transport Precinct Vibrancy Grant to bring the transformative ‘Next Stop: Maitland’ project to life and enhance Maitland’s key transport hub with place-based improvements.
Newcastle Airport Sets the Standard: First in Australia to Reach 4+ Airport Carbon Accreditation!
Setting a new benchmark in Australian aviation sustainability, Newcastle Airport has become the first airport in Australia to achieve an Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) of 4+ Transition, placing it in the top 12 per cent of airports worldwide.
Dive into Love: Love Water Grants Program makes a splash in 2025!
$125,000 of funding is available to local groups and organisations with innovative ideas that inspire water conservation, sustainability, and community wellbeing.
New technology turns excess leachate to vapour at Singleton Waste Management Facility
Singleton Waste Management Facility (WMF) has become the first site in NSW to secure Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) approval to install evaporation technology to help with the short-term management of leachate volume.
Airfield Reconfiguration Paves the Way for Global Gateway
In a boost of confidence for the region, Stage One of airfield reconfiguration work is now underway ahead of Newcastle Airport’s international terminal opening on the 1st of August this year.
First sod turned as construction kicks off at Hunter Water’s Desalination Plant in Belmont
Construction has commenced on Hunter Water’s biggest water infrastructure project since the upgrade of Grahamstown Dam, taking the region one step closer to a secure water future.
Black Rock on track for motorsport thrills
Construction on the landmark Black Rock Motor Resort has hit top gear, with the entire international-standard track corridor now cleared and ready for construction.
Cessnock Hospital redevelopment moves ahead with plans on public exhibition
The community is being invited to view and provide feedback on the Cessnock Hospital Redevelopment planning documents, with the Review of Environmental Factors (REF) on public exhibition from Monday 20 January 2025.
Port of Newcastle bolsters Australia’s supply chain resilience with passenger vehicle first point of entry service
Port of Newcastle has further diversified its trade offering with several car carriers discharging passenger and heavy vehicles at the Port over the Christmas and New Year period.
Logs lead the way as riverbank rehabilitation progresses on the Williams River
Hunter Water has made positive progress in its remediation efforts to protect the eroding riverbanks of the Williams River, spanning from Seaham to Clarence Town. The essential work is helping to prevent further erosion and enhance water quality, ensuring a sustainable future for the river and its surrounding communities.
Construction for Defence Facility Breaks Ground at Newcastle Airport
9 December marked a significant step forward for defence and manufacturing capabilities in the Hunter Region with a sod-turning event to commence construction of a new defence manufacturing facility within Newcastle Airport’s growing Astra Aerolab precinct.
Port of Newcastle supports STEM students’ race towards a sustainable future in world’s largest hydrogen competition
In a first for the Hunter Region, Port of Newcastle will give high school students from five local schools the opportunity to race in the international Hydrogen Grand Prix (H2GP), gearing them up for a future in the clean energy technology industry alongside 8,000 students from 25 countries worldwide.
Designs unveiled for new Maitland Mental Health facility
Artist’s impression images of the Maitland Mental Health Rehabilitation facility have now been released, providing the community with a detailed look at the new, purpose-built facility.
Hunter Water encourages water saving with refreshed water conservation campaign
Hunter Water has launched a refreshed water conservation campaign to encourage the Lower Hunter community to save our most precious resource in any weather and to help ensure water security for the Lower Hunter region.
Port of Newcastle partners with Svitzer, Port Authority of NSW, and Keolis Downer to help bring Women on Water program to life
Port of Newcastle (PON) has joined forces with Svitzer, Port Authority of NSW, and Keolis Downer to make a St Pius X student initiative aimed at attracting more women to the maritime workforce a reality.
Applications open for 2024 Your Port, Our Community grants program
With up to $100,000 in grant funding on offer across three categories, Port of Newcastle is calling on local charities and not-for-profit organisations to apply for funding for initiatives or projects that deliver community benefit.
Net zero manufacturing TAFE Centre of Excellence in the Hunter
The Federal and NSW Governments are jointly investing more than $60 million over five years to establish the Hunter Net
Zero Manufacturing Centre of Excellence at TAFE NSW’s Tighes Hill campus in Newcastle.
A significant step forward for the Hunter Region: Port of Newcastle Clean Energy Precinct reaches major milestone
Port of Newcastle’s Clean Energy Precinct (CEP) has reached a major milestone, signing agreements for Front End Engineering Designs (FEED) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) covering electrical infrastructure, water services, general infrastructure, storage, berth infrastructure, and pipelines to berth.
GWG Launches Pro Bono Recruitment Service for Non-Profits in Newcastle and the Hunter Region
GWG Recruitment, a leading recruitment agency in Newcastle, is proud to announce the launch of its new pro bono recruitment service designed specifically for non-profit organisations in Newcastle and the Hunter Region, New South Wales.
Hunter Water flicks the switch on its largest renewable energy project
Hunter Water has completed its renewable energy initiative at Balickera Water Pump Station, receiving the first electricity from its biggest solar PV installation yet helping power the station’s large pumps and other critical water supply assets.
Deal to attract domestic and international routes to Newcastle Airport
Newcastle Airport has welcomed NSW Government announcement of continued commitment to attract new international and domestic routes to the airport via a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed by Destination NSW (DNSW).
Plans lodged for University of Newcastle City Campus Student Accommodation
The University of Newcastle is one step closer to delivering its brand new, state-of-the-art City Campus Student Accommodation building in Newcastle after submitting the project’s State Significant Development Application (SSDA) for approval.
Major work starts on Singleton bypass
On 5 September the long-awaited Singleton bypass project has reached a significant milestone with the first sod turned, marking the start of major construction.
Females fit fabricating fray
The influx of women into Hunter manufacturing and their varied roles is testament to the sector’s evolution in the region and the ingenuity of its proponents. Hey Zomi’s Mika Koelma, Quarry Mining’s Kari Armitage, and Deeps Engineering’s Rachel Jameson are prime examples.
St Pius X student workforce initiative brings ‘WoW’ factor to Port of Newcastle
A team of St Pius X year 10 students presented their winning Sustainnovation Challenge project to CEO Craig Carmody, Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Claydon MP, industry representatives, and Port of Newcastle employees on 29 August.
Government investment to boost Long-Range Strike for ADF and deliver jobs for Hunter Region
The Albanese Government will contribute up to $850 million in partnership with Kongsberg Defence Australia to manufacture and service missiles at Williamtown near Newcastle.
A Regional Achievement
Newcastle Airport’s terminal expansion is progressing rapidly with the crown of the building, a vaulted roof and structural steel installations the current work focus.
10 years and $258 billion in trade for Hunter region
Port Authority of NSW is proudly celebrating 10 years together as a State-Owned Corporation, and in Newcastle that decade has seen its operations facilitate a staggering $258 billion in trade for the Hunter region and state economy.
Maitland councillors voice support for $46 million grant submission
Maitland City Council will lodge a $46 million grant submission to fund major infrastructure upgrades in the Thornton North urban growth precinct and the wider city following support from councillors on 13 August ordinary council meeting.
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University of Newcastle researchers to play key role in Offshore Wind Energy progress
The University of Newcastle will play a key role in supporting the growing offshore wind energy sector after being named a key partner of the new Australian Centre of Offshore Wind Energy (ACOWE) on 30 July.