Undergrowth Burns Around Lake
NSW Rural Fire Service and Fire & Rescue NSW is conducting hazard reduction burns today, tomorrow, and Sunday (20 September 2020). Locations are Brightwaters, Seahampton,
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Alert & Warning
Burn-offs West of Lake Today
Hazard Reduction Burn Notice – Wakefield and Jigadee. NSW Rural Fire Service will be carrying out hazard reduction burns this Friday 4 September at Wakefield
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Flash Flood Alert Service for Residents
Newcastle’s flash flood alert gives early warning to residents. Newcastle 8 June 2007 ~ Photo Roderick Breis City of Newcastle reminds residents to register for
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Bushfire Period Starts in 21 Areas
An additional 21 areas begin the bush fire season today due to local conditions. NSW Commissioner Rob Rogers said the NSW RFS had declared a
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Hazard Reduction Burn Near Abermain
Hazard reduction burn in Werakata National Park. National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) will conduct hazard reduction burning
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Smoke Hazard for Bay
Hazard reduction burn in Tomaree National Park. The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will conduct a hazard reduction burn near Fingal Bay in Tomaree
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Cool Wet Spring Likely
The Bureau of Meteorology has raised its El Niño-Southern Oscillation Outlook to La Niña ALERT status. Chance of a La Niña occurring this year has
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Maitland’s Bitter & Twisted Cancelled
The Bitter & Twisted Boutique Beer Festival at Maitland Gaol is cancelled. The festival that features craft beers, music, food, and home-brew classes, was to
Read more...Masks Are Winning.. just
Despite the prevalence of new cases of COVID-19 in recent weeks some Australians still aren’t wearing a mask, according to research by Finder, a comparison
Read more...Mask Up at Cessnock Council
Customers encouraged to wear face masks. Cessnock City Council is encouraging customers to wear face masks in order to protect both residents, visitors and Council
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In NSW, Masks not Mandated, but…
The NSW Government is strongly encouraging use of masks in high-risk public settings to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The advice from the NSW
Read more...Smiths Lake is Full
A predicted weather system for this weekend has prompted MidCoast Council to consider opening Smiths Lake entrance today. Smiths Lake was last opened for ocean
Read more...Overboard Seafarer Not Wearing Lifejacket
AMSA urges crew to wear lifejackets after trawler tragedy. Don’t risk your life for the sake of comfort. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) strongly
Read more...Hawks Nest Dredging Starts
Dredging starts next week in Hawks Nest to remove 120,000 cubic metres of marine sand from the eastern channel of the lower Myall River. The
Read more...It’s Not Personal
Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel will conduct training in the Sydney region, Singleton and the Australian Capital Territory from early-May to early-June. The training will
Read more...Epidemiologist: Zero Cases Before Lifting Restrictions
UNSW Sydney’s Professor Mary-Louise McLaws says that rushing to lift restrictions could be catastrophic. By Cecilia Duong As states slowly start to lift some restrictions
Read more...Despite Repeated Warnings Faulty Airbags Still in Use
Motorists urged to check if they have remaining deadly Takata airbags. Nearly 200,000 vehicles fitted with potentially deadly airbags are still on the roads, and
Read more...Forster Main Beach to Close for Sand Shifting
With reduced activity at Forster Main Beach, MidCoast Council will reshape the Beach from Wednesday 29 April until Friday 1 May. The beach will be
Read more...Pilots’ Reminder to Stay Grounded
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority has told private and recreational pilots they must stay on the ground. Pilots should ensure they adhere to social distancing
Read more...Midcoast COVID-19 Closures
Cancellation of flights by Air Pelican on Thursday (26 March) has resulted in a closure of Taree Airport terminal. The airport is open for general
Read more...King St Car Park Temporary Closure
Mall Car Park closed for structural assessments. City of Newcastle has temporarily closed the Mall Car Park on King Street to allow for a detailed
Read more...NSW Holiday Parks Close
Reflections Holiday Parks Responds to Yesterday’s NSW Public Health Order Now in Place The NSW Minister for Health and Medical Research, The Hon. Brad Hazzard,
Read more...Cessnock Council Limited Services
Council maintaining essential services. Waste Management Cessnock Waste Management Centre (CWMC) remains open to the public. All staff on site at the Waste Management Centre
Read more...Lake Council Restricts Face to Face Service
Lake Macquarie City Council’s face-to-face customer service is closed from today (27 March 2020) due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Customers can still access services through
Read more...Park and Ride Suspended
Park and Ride on hold and Blackbutt Reserve closed to the public. City of Newcastle will suspend its commuter bus Park and Ride service from
Read more...Lake Holiday Parks Close Today
All four Lake Mac Holiday Parks are closed from today, Thursday 26 March. Lake Macquarie City Council Manager Property and Business Development David Antcliff said
Read more...Region’s Council Services Restricted
Newcastle All City of Newcastle cultural facilities have closed until further notice but will continue to engage audiences online following a national directive to close
Read more...Warning on COVID-19 Scams
Australians should be aware scammers are adapting existing technology to play on people’s fears around coronavirus and selling products claiming to prevent or cure the
Read more...Patrolled Lake Beaches Closed Sunday. But..
Lake Mac beaches to close temporarily on Sunday to plan for future operations. Council will close all four of its patrolled beaches (Redhead, Caves, Blacksmiths
Read more...Local Councils Respond to Epidemic
Cessnock Open Space and Community Facilities Closures. To help slow the spread of COVID-19, and to prioritise the well-being of Council staff, volunteers and communities,
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