Awards poised to recognise Lake Mac business boom
Entries to this year’s awards are open 13 May-6 June. Winners will be announced at a gala ceremony on Friday 29 July, with winners progressing to the Hunter Business Awards.
This year’s awards feature a new category – Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion, recognising businesses that address the needs of a diverse community, including seniors, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Green Hydrogen Hub set for phase 1 construction following DISER funding boost
The Port of Newcastle Green Hydrogen Hub Project received a further vote of confidence following announcement by The Hon Angus Taylor MP, Minister for Industry, Energy and Emissions Reduction that the project will receive $41 million in funding.
Read MoreAir Race World Championship set to take Lake Macquarie to new heights
The sky over Lake Macquarie will soon be filled with some of the world’s best pilots, racing at speeds of over 400 kilometres per hour, and demonstrating serious precision flying thanks to the NSW Government’s Regional Events Acceleration Fund.
Read MoreMaitland Taste pairs with the Mutual Bank for delectable three day feast
If you hunger for delicious dishes, aromatic wines and the freshest farm to table produce from the Hunter Valley and surrounds, look no further than Maitland Taste, a three day celebration of great food, great wine and great vibes.
Read MoreNewcastle 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 Permanent & Greater Bank boards endorse merger proposal
The Board of Directors of Greater Bank and Newcastle Permanent have unanimously endorsed the proposal to merge, recommending their respective members vote in favour of joining the two iconic Hunter-based mutuals.
Read MoreJoin the conversation: Port Waratah wants to hear local voices
Take part in the Local Voices Community Survey to help inform Port Waratah Coal Services about your local community concerns and opportunities. The short 5-10-minute survey is open now until 14 April and focuses on understanding community views on key operational, environmental and investment aspects.
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.
Read MoreUniversity of Newcastle’s Q Building awarded world-leading 6 Star rating – the first in regional NSW
The University of Newcastle’s Q Building has become the first building in regional NSW to achieve a 6 Star Green Star ‘Design and As Built’ certified rating.
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