Hunter Manufacturing Awards return in 2025
The 2025 Hunter Manufacturing Awards (HMA) were officially
launched on 7 May at the premises of Omnia (2024 Manufacturer
of the Year <50 employees) and co-hosted by Apollo Engineering
(2024 Manufacturer of the Year ≥50 employees).
New TAFE NSW Maitland course to help locals tap into plumbing careers
The peak industry body for plumbers has welcomed a new TAFE
NSW Maitland course aimed at giving locals a leg-up into a plumbing
career and addressing a crippling skills shortage in the sector.
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.
Read More2025 Newcastle Hospitality & Tourism Awards: Nominations close 27 April
Nominations for Newcastle Tourism Industry Group’s (NTIG) 2025 Newcastle Hospitality & Tourism Awards are now open.
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 More$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.
Read MoreCapital Corporation Officially Opens Display Suite for Lovedale Farm
Home to the Hunter Valley’s newest $1 billion residential, resort, and golfing destination.
Read MoreCareFlight 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.
Read MoreAll 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.
Read MoreDive 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.
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