Hunter Defence Conference to confront the changing nature of warfare
Against a backdrop of increasing global instability and rapid technological change, the 2025 Hunter Defence Conference will bring together over 220 senior leaders from across Defence, government, industry, and research to examine the future of warfare and Australia’s strategic response.
Read MoreFrom the Hunter to the World; Newcastle Airport Launches Direct Flights to Perth
In a defining moment for the Hunter, Newcastle Airport has announced its first-ever direct flights to Perth, with QantasLink services launching from Monday, 8 September 2025, opening a new westward corridor for business, industry and regional development.
Read MoreAerobridge 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.
Read MoreAirfield 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.
Read MoreDeal 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).
Read MoreRegional airports key to unlocking international freight and connectivity in the Hunter
The ten councils of the region, through the Hunter Joint Organisation, and the Newcastle Airport have released the Hunter Airports’ Strategy, a visionary project aimed at improving regional connectivity and economic prosperity.
Read MoreDA consent for first two buildings at Astra Aerolab
Just a month after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese turned the
first sod on Newcastle Airport’s $110 million terminal expansion,
the airport has marked another major milestone with the
planning approval for development applications (DA) of the first
two building projects on Astra Aerolab.
Newcastle Airport celebrates win for the region after $55 million funding announced for terminal upgrade
On April 14 the Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, The Hon. Barnaby Joyce, announced $55 million in funding for a significant upgrade and expansion of Newcastle Airport’s international passenger terminal.
Read MoreQantas lands inaugural Adelaide flight in Newcastle
The Flying Kangaroo has landed in Newcastle, bringing passengers direct from Adelaide to the Hunter Region for the first time on their new year-round service. Qantas will connect Newcastle with the South Australian capital three times a week.
Read MoreNewcastle Airport supports local establishment of east coast submarine base
As Newcastle Airport’s expansion draws closer, the organisation has publicly supported the establishment of an east coast naval base in the region to host the nation’s nuclear powered submarine fleet.
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