A Lord Mayoral Minute was supported noting the success of City of Newcastle's Empowering Newcastle series. City of Newcastle will continue to engage with all levels of government, industry, business, the community and households on climate change action. #CNlive

A Lord Mayoral Minute was unanimously supported noting that Surfest, with support from City of Newcastle, has been in discussions with the WSL to upgrade Surfest to Challenger Series status, which will further elevate its profile on the international stage. #CNlive

A Lord Mayoral Minute was unanimously supported noting this meeting of 27 August is the last Ordinary Council Meeting of a shortened term and congratulating dedicated staff and Councillors for their contribution throughout the Council term. #CNlive

Council noted on 8 August the Dept of Planning, Housing & Infrastructure advised City of Newcastle the proponent for 505 Minmi Road Fletcher intended to lodge a Gateway review. CN will receive formal advice once the application is received & have 21 days to respond #CNlive

Council supported a notice of motion that City of Newcastle writes to NSW Government & local MP's requesting the NSW Government purchase or compulsorily acquire the Jemena site to enable the relocation of existing infrastructure. #CNlive

Council unanimously supported a notice of motion that City of Newcastle prepare a report for the Infrastructure Advisory Committee regarding the feasibility & indicative cost of installing lighting at North Lambton, Maryland & Islington dog parks #CNlive

Council unanimously supported a notice of motion that City of Newcastle celebrates the start of the Paralympics on 28 August with 160 Australian para-athletes competing in 17 of the 22 sports & congratulates the contingent of Novocastrian Paralympians on their selection #CNlive

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Maud Street upgrades rolling out to create safer cycling connections bit.ly/4dSrAsY

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Exhibition’s international debut for prehistoric summer at Newcastle Museum bit.ly/3TBJx6P

New Annual delivers hands-on festival experience bit.ly/4ezR7XH