Mayoral Column - 12 March 2025 Published on 12 March 2025 Read up on the Mayor's fortnightly column. Tagged as: , Mayoral Column
Historian to share tales of Greta Migrant Camp Published on 11 March 2025 Hunter author and historian Alek Schulha will discuss his unreleased forthcoming book focussing on the Greta Migrant Camp - ‘Beneath The Shadows of Mount Molly Morgan Volume 2’ - at Cessnock Library between 5.30pm and 6.45pm on 20 March 2025. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Join three of Australia’s finest female authors at Kurri Kurri library Published on 10 March 2025 Cessnock City Library is delighted to announce a special ‘HerStories’ author talk featuring Tea Cooper, Cathryn Hein, and Paula Beavan at Kurri Kurri Library on Saturday 15 March from 10.30am-12pm. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Explore inside story of crook caught in Hunter after weeks on run Published on 07 March 2025 Step into the thrilling world of true crime as Kurri Kurri Library welcomes author and journalist Michael Adams for an engaging talk on his latest book: ‘They’ll Never Hold Me: The Life and Crimes Of Kevin John Simmonds, Australia’s Most Daring Fugitive’. The free event, which will explore the thin line between heroism and villainy, will be held between 6pm and 7pm on Thursday, 15 May, 2025. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Master chef to share stories of extraordinary life Published on 07 March 2025 Get ready for an evening of candid conversation, delectable insights, and heartfelt honesty as Cessnock City Library – in partnership with Newcastle Writers Festival – proudly presents ‘Your Time Starts Now: An Evening with Julie Goodwin’. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Council celebrates local health and fitness with $500 in prizes Published on 04 March 2025 Five hundred dollars’ worth of prizes are on offer, as Cessnock City Council kicks off its Support Local campaign for March, encouraging the community to showcase their favourite local health and fitness businesses within the LGA. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Media Releases
Investing in Women: Council accelerates opportunities for success Published on 04 March 2025 In the lead-up to International Women’s Day on 8 March, Cessnock City Council is proud to reaffirm its commitment to supporting and empowering women to accelerate in the workplace. This year's theme for International Women's Day, "Accelerate Action", highlights the urgent need for greater momentum to break down barriers and advance gender equality. Tagged as: , Announcements, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
Have Your Say on Flood Warning Improvements in the Hunter Published on 01 March 2025 The NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is leading the Hunter and Upper Macquarie River Flood Warning Improvement Project, in collaboration with the Bureau of Meteorology, NSW State Emergency Service, and councils within the study area. Tagged as: , Announcements
Time to shine: chance for over 55s to explore employment opportunities Published on 28 February 2025 Hunter seniors can broaden their work horizons over a cuppa and make new employment connections when Cessnock City Council hosts an afternoon tea focusing on short-term, temporary, and casual jobs for people aged over 55. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Uncover Cessnock’s ‘Hidden Herstories’ this International Women’s Day Published on 26 February 2025 In celebration of International Women's Day, Cessnock City Library is hosting a special event from 10am–12pm on Thursday 6 March, to honour the remarkable, often unsung, women who have shaped the region's history. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases