The latest news from the city.
Newcastle's 2026 cruise season has begun, with over 35,000 passengers and a $7 million boost expected. A guide to the terminal at Carrington, the free shuttle to Queens Wharf, and the best sights and dining around the east end.
A guide to MoneyPenny, the smallest bar in Newcastle's Honeysuckle precinct, with its 12-person limit, sharing menu, mid-week two-for-one deal, dog-friendly features and weekend breakfast.
Jimmy Barnes headlines the sold-out Red Hot Summer Tour 2026 at Speers Point Park on Saturday 28 November, with a full Australian line-up. Covers the 18+ entry, the set times from Dragon to Suzi Quatro, transport, and what you can and can't bring.
Walk six kilometres from Merewether to Nobbys past ocean baths, surf beaches, the Bogey Hole and Newcastle Memorial Walk. This practical guide covers key stops, access details, opening hours and what to know before setting out.
The Glamorous Owl combines a gift shop with hands-on silversmithing workshops in Old George Yard, Newcastle. This post covers the classes, atmosphere, voucher details and how to check current prices.
A wrap of New Annual 2026, the City of Newcastle's flagship art festival that ran from 25 September to 4 October across Laman Street, the foreshore, the Ocean Baths and beyond, with a look at the exhibitions, live performances and what's still on at Newcastle Art Space.
Kate Ceberano’s Australian Made concert took place at Trecc Capitol Theatre Town Hall on 3 October 2026. Here’s what the Newcastle date included, from the set’s Australian focus and guest artists to ticket pricing and venue details.
The Olive Tree Market launches at Civic Park on Saturday 3 October, 9am to 2pm, as Newcastle's premier art and design market with over 100 artists, makers and food vendors. It runs the first Saturday of each month, with Christmas Markets in November and December, and is family and dog friendly.
The Newcastle Knights face the Sydney Roosters in the NRL Grand Final on Sunday 4 October at 7:30 pm. The official free live site is at McDonald Jones Stadium, with gates opening at 3:30 pm and tickets required via Ticketmaster. Includes transport, parking and entry conditions.
Âpé Chilean Nikkei Restaurant at The Boardwalk, Honeysuckle, cooks everything over charcoal. A look at the Nikkei menu, the Butcher's Feast, the 100-plus whisky bar and the opening hours.
