Mayoral Column - 4 March 2026 Published on 04 March 2026 Seniors Festival 2026 is in full swing, so don’t forget to check out the wonderful program of events across Cessnock LGA! Tagged as: , Mayoral Column
Celebrating hidden herstories at Cessnock Library Published on 23 February 2026 The event at Cessnock Library, between 1pm and 3pm on 5 March 2026, will be an afternoon of inspiring stories about local women whose lives and contributions have been hidden from the mainstream, but whose impacts are undeniable. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Live Life in Colour at the 2026 Seniors Festival in Cessnock LGA Published on 20 February 2026 Cessnock LGA is gearing up for a fortnight of celebrating our seniors, with over 60 diverse events hosted by more than 20 local organisations and services from 2-15 March as part of the 2026 Seniors Festival. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Mayoral Column - 18 February 2026 Published on 18 February 2026 Council has submitted its application for a Special Variation (SV) of rates to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) for assessment. IPART is now holding its own public feedback period before it hands down a final decision. Tagged as: , Mayoral Column
Author Talk: Bestselling historical fiction writer Sue Williams Published on 16 February 2026 The Cessnock Library team is thrilled to welcome acclaimed historical fiction author Sue Williams for an exclusive discussion of her new novel The Duke’s Secret on Saturday, 21 February, from 11am to 12pm. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Dispose of mattresses for free at Cessnock drop-off point Published on 13 February 2026 Cessnock LGA residents can get rid of unwanted mattresses and ensemble bed bases free of charge between 8am and 12pm on Saturday 28 February 2026, as part of Cessnock City Council’s free mattress drop-off program. Tagged as: , Environment
Peter FitzSimons delves into courageous life of Weary Dunlop Published on 09 February 2026 Cessnock City Library is thrilled to announce a captivating evening with Australia's favourite storyteller Peter FitzSimons, as he presents the gripping true story of Sir Edward 'Weary' Dunlop. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Mayoral Column - 4 February 2026 Published on 04 February 2026 Read up on the Mayor's fortnightly column. Tagged as: , Mayoral Column
Historian to uncover forgotten tales of Hunter coal mining horses Published on 03 February 2026 Cessnock City Library is inviting the community to a captivating free event that will shine a light on the unsung heroes of the Hunter’s mining past. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Bag a bargain at Cessnock Library’s annual Big Book Sale Published on 30 January 2026 The chance to own some treasures from the Cessnock Library trove is almost here, with the popular annual Big Book Sale returning on Monday 2 February. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases