Cessnock City Council unveils Draft Waste Strategy Published on 02 April 2025 Cessnock City Council has unveiled its draft Waste and Resource Recovery Strategy 2026-2031, which is on public exhibition until Friday 2 May 2025, and outlines a comprehensive approach to waste management in the region. Tagged as: , Environment, Media Releases
Join Cessnock’s recycling revolution at latest Repair Café Published on 21 February 2025 Cessnock City Council will host its first Repair Café event of the year, helping residents breathe new life into their cherished belongings, from 10am to 12:30pm on Saturday 1 March at Branxton Community Hall. Tagged as: , Environment, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Handy volunteers needed for Cessnock City Council’s Repair Café Published on 07 February 2025 Cessnock City Council is on the lookout for handy volunteers to join its first Repair Café event of the year, on Saturday 1 March 10am–12:30pm at Branxton Hall. The Repair Café will provide a welcoming space to contribute to local sustainability efforts, learn new skills and breathe life back into cherished belongings. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Recycle your old mattress: Free drop-off event in Cessnock Published on 06 February 2025 Cessnock City Council will host a free mattress drop-off event for residents later this month. Residents are welcome to drop off their old mattresses and ensembles for re-use and recycle at the assigned location, at no cost. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Learn how to turn waste into food for gardens at composting workshop Published on 05 February 2025 Discover how easy it is to reduce organic waste in household garbage bins, and produce ‘black gold’ to feed gardens and support the environment. Beginners and advanced gardeners alike are welcome at a composting workshop at Cessnock Community Garden between 9am and 12pm on Saturday, 15 March 2025. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Cessnock’s Waste Management Centre Expansion Published on 26 November 2024 In a bold move to address the growing waste disposal needs of the region, Cessnock City Council is undergoing Stage 1 of the Cessnock Waste Management Landfill Extension Project, with the vital development ensuring that the community has access to reliable, environmentally responsible waste management services for years to come. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Improvement Works, Media Releases
Create smarter gardens at Cessnock’s Permaculture Design Workshop Published on 15 November 2024 Cessnock residents eager to improve their gardening skills or create more sustainable, edible spaces are invited to join a hands-on Permaculture Design Workshop on Saturday, 7 December, from 8.00-11.00am at the Cessnock Community Garden (behind Beyond Church, Charlton Street). Tagged as: , Environment, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Council to host a blooming good Native Plant Giveaway! Published on 06 November 2024 Cessnock City Council invites residents of Cessnock LGA to attend its upcoming annual Native Plant Giveaway on Saturday 23rd November 2024. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Council seeks volunteers for next Repair Café Published on 10 October 2024 Cessnock City Council will host its second Repair Café event of the year on Saturday 26 October 10:00am–12:30pm at North Cessnock Community Hall, and is on the lookout for enthusiastic volunteers to join this community-driven event. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Environment, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Hunter Valley to host Actress and Regenerative Ag Farmer Rachel Ward Published on 30 August 2024 Cessnock City and Singleton Councils have teamed up to host special screenings of the inspiring documentary film, Rachel's Farm, featuring renowned actress and film director, Rachel Ward. Tagged as: , Environment, Events & Activities, Media Releases