Your chance to see local treasures that shed light on our past Published on 24 October 2025 Travel back in time for a captivating evening as Cessnock Library hosts ‘Night at the Museum: Local History Uncovered!’ on Thursday 30 October 2025, from 5.30pm to 7pm. The free event will feature esteemed members and dedicated volunteers from Sir Edgeworth David Memorial Museum and Coalfields Local History Association Inc, and Greta Historical Museum. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Applications open for 2026 Cessnock Youth Ambassador Program Published on 22 October 2025 Cessnock City Council is calling on passionate young people aged 11 to 18 who live, work or study in the Cessnock region to apply for their 2026 Youth Ambassador Program. The program provides a unique platform for young people to have their voices heard, influence local decision-making and help shape the future of youth services and initiatives across the region. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases
Mayoral Column - 22 October 2025 Published on 22 October 2025 Read up on the Mayor's fortnightly column. Tagged as: , Mayoral Column
Master illusionist brings timeless magic to Cessnock Library Published on 17 October 2025 Cessnock Library is thrilled to announce a one-of-a-kind intergenerational event – ‘Timeless Magic: Grandparents and Grandchildren Adventure’, featuring master illusionist Joel from JD’s World of Magic. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Hunter author explores Newcastle’s evolving identity at local library Published on 16 October 2025 Hunter author, journalist, broadcaster, and playwright Scott Bevan will discuss his insightful new book ‘Newcastle – The Lives and Times of a City’ at Kurri Kurri Library from 5.30pm to 6.30pm on 28 October. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Local author to discuss new tale of love, loss, and human connection Published on 10 October 2025 Local author Lauren Norley will speak about her debut novel The Moments I’ll Never Forget at Kurri Kurri Library from 5.30pm on Tuesday 2 December. The work of adult fiction follows characters Lucy and Patrick – two strangers united by grief as they embark on a world journey. The book explores themes of love, loss, and human connection. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Mayoral Column - 8 October 2025 Published on 08 October 2025 Read up on the Mayor's fortnightly column Tagged as: , Mayoral Column
Drop off your unwanted mattresses this October Published on 02 October 2025 Cessnock LGA residents will soon have another chance to legally dispose of unwanted mattresses, as part of Cessnock City Council’s free mattress drop-off program. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Council to deliver Kurri Kurri Nostalgia Festival in 2026 and beyond Published on 26 September 2025 Cessnock City Council is excited to announce it will manage and deliver Kurri Kurri Nostalgia Festival and continue to uphold its reputation as one of the region’s premier events, after long-time organiser Towns With Heart handed over the reins for 2026 and into the future. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Splash into this pool season safely in the Cessnock LGA Published on 24 September 2025 Cessnock City Council will open its public swimming pools for the summer season from this weekend, with the turnstiles spinning at Cessnock and Branxton Pools from 7am on Saturday 27 September. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases