Fire investigators are probing a suspicious blaze that broke out early Wednesday morning at the Lake Macquarie City Council Administration Centre in Speers Point. Newcastle Fire Command reports that emergency crews were dispatched to the scene on Main Road around 4:00 AM, where fires were...
Council Notices
Nelson Bay, NSW – Liberal candidate for Paterson, Laurence Antcliff, has voiced strong opposition to the proposed offshore wind turbines in Port Stephens, calling out what he describes as a “lack of community consultation” and criticizing the Labor government’s handling of the project. Speaking at...
Update Crews on scene, and confirmed no persons trapped Emergency services are attending the scene of a serious accident on Grahamstown Road, Campvale, in New South Wales, following reports of a car crashing into a power pole. The incident occurred near Richardson Road at approximately...
Lake Macquarie, NSW – The upcoming Lake Macquarie Emergency Services Expo is set to offer an action-packed day for the whole family at Speers Point Park on 26 October 2024, from 9 AM to 1 PM. Hosted by the Lake Macquarie Police District, this event...
Wild Chase at Tanilba Bay: Woman Tries to Escape Police by Swimming, Threatens Officers with Syringe
Wild Chase at Tanilba Bay: Woman Tries to Escape Police by Swimming, Threatens Officers with Syringe
In the early hours of Friday, 4 October 2024, police from the Port Stephens-Hunter Police District were patrolling the Tanilba Bay foreshore when they encountered a 27-year-old woman wanted for alleged domestic violence offences. As officers approached, the woman made a dramatic attempt to evade...
Appeal for Public Assistance Following Hit-and-Run in Cameron Park A local resident is appealing for public assistance after a hit-and-run incident in Cameron Park this morning, which has caught the attention of the community. Jason Laverty, the driver involved in the collision, shared details on...
Cessnock City Council has announced the completion and opening of two major infrastructure projects, the $1.8 million Watagan Creek Bridge 1 and the $1.25 million Watagan Creek Bridge 3 in Laguna. The upgraded bridges are now open to the public, offering significant improvements for residents...
Transport for NSW will begin maintenance work on Stockton Bridge tonight as part of an ongoing effort to improve the region’s infrastructure. The work, which will primarily take place during nighttime hours to minimize disruptions, is expected to be completed within two weeks, weather permitting....
The long-awaited Woolworths development in Kurri Kurri has received the green light from the planning authorities. The application for the new store, located at 178 Lang Street, Kurri Kurri, has been approved with conditions as part of the Cessnock City Council’s decision-making process. Key Conditions...
Advice – Wreck Beach An urgent update for residents in the Port Stephens area. A bushfire has broken out at Wreck Beach, Shoal Bay. The fire is currently out of control. The RFS has issued an advice-level alert. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation. Stay...
A 57-year-old woman has been charged following a single-vehicle crash in East Maitland earlier this week. Around 6 p.m. on Wednesday, 28 August 2024, the woman was driving her Mazda sedan eastbound on the New England Highway, approaching the intersection with Mitchell Drive. The vehicle...
Police are urgently appealing for public assistance to locate Jasmine Anderson, a 14-year-old girl missing from Port Stephens. Jasmine was last seen at a bus stop on Gan Gan Road, Anna Bay, around 11:30 am on Sunday, 18 August 2024. When Jasmine could not be...
After an extensive investigation, with assistance from the Huntlee Shopping Centre security and management team, police have arrested two men from North Rothbury, aged 19 and 20, in connection with several property and graffiti offences. The investigation began on 24/06/24 when police were called to...
Your Complete Guide to the Cessnock City Council Elections The upcoming Cessnock City Council elections on Saturday, 14 September 2024 promise to be a significant event, shaping the future of our vibrant community. With candidates across multiple wards and diverse political groups, this election is an...
Thursday, 15 August 2024 A 28-year-old man is set to appear in court today following his arrest in connection with a commercial drug supply investigation in Port Stephens. On Wednesday, 14 August 2024, at approximately 11 am, officers from the Hunter Region Enforcement Squad, supported...
Cessnock City Council Secures $671,879 in Black Spot Program Funding for Safer Roads Cessnock City Council has successfully secured $671,879 in funding from the Australian Government’s Black Spot Program to enhance road safety in Mount Vincent. The funding will be used to implement various safety...
Lake Macquarie’s Hoarding and Squalor Framework Garners National Attention Lake Macquarie City Council’s innovative Hoarding and Squalor Framework is gaining national recognition for its compassionate and effective approach to a complex community issue. The framework has been pivotal in the Council winning the Environmental Health...
Deputy Mayor Mitchell Griffin announced on Facebook that the Morpeth Bridge will be illuminated in green and gold tonight. This initiative is part of a wider celebration, with iconic NSW landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House also participating. In his post, Griffin encouraged residents...
Cessnock City Council Report Reveals Code of Conduct Breaches: Councilors Jurd and Olsen Censured Cessnock Councilors Jessica Jurd and Ian Olsen have both been censured for serious breaches of conduct, marking a significant development within the Cessnock Local Government. Unfortunately, the specifics of their actions...
ALERT: Exercise Caution at Orange Street & Melbourne Street Intersection, Abermain Cessnock Council reports road damage attributed to a suspected water main leak at the intersection of Orange Street and Melbourne Street. Urgent action is underway as Hunter Water has been promptly notified and will...