Nominations now open for 2025 Australia Day Awards Published on 10 September 2024 Cessnock City Council invites members of the community to celebrate our local heroes by nominating them for the 2025 Australia Day Awards. This prestigious event recognises individuals and groups who have made remarkable contributions to the local community over the past year and beyond. Tagged as: , Announcements, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
Memorial shared pathway to become a reality Published on 22 August 2024 Cessnock City Council and Taskforce Veteran (formerly Hunter Anzac Memorial Limited) will deliver the first of seven planned reflection points dedicated to honouring Australian Defence Force (ADF) veterans along the Branxton to Greta Memorial Shared Pathway in time for Remembrance Day 2024. Tagged as: , Announcements, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
Nominate a Local Hero for the City of Cessnock Hall of Fame Published on 03 July 2024 Cessnock City Council is calling on residents to nominate a deserving local for the City of Cessnock Hall of Fame. Nominations are open now, from July through to 9 September 2024. The City of Cessnock Hall of Fame celebrates individuals and families who have attained significant achievements and prominence in their chosen field, and have a strong association with the Cessnock LGA. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
NAIDOC Week 2024 Shines Spotlight on Indigenous Culture in Cessnock Published on 14 June 2024 A fantastic program, for everyone to enjoy, has been planned to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2024 in the Cessnock Local Government Area. The annual event, this year running from 7-14 July, is a great opportunity to recognise, enjoy and learn about Indigenous culture within the community. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
Record number of scholarships awarded to local students Published on 23 May 2024 Cessnock City Council was delighted to announce the recipients of its 2024 Mayoral Scholarships at today’s official presentation at Performance Arts Culture Cessnock. The Mayoral Scholarship Program has been running since 2002 and has awarded $655,500 to 262 students across the Cessnock Local Government Area. Tagged as: , Announcements, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
Council women breaking barriers this International Women's Day Published on 29 February 2024 As the world gears up for International Women’s Day on 8 March, Cessnock City Council takes pride in its commitment to supporting and empowering women in the workplace, no matter the role. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
Celebrate Cessnock’s ‘Hidden Herstories’ on International Women’s Day Published on 23 February 2024 This International Women’s Day, uncover the inspiring stories of Cessnock’s unsung heroines at the ‘Celebrating Cessnock’s Hidden Herstories’ event. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
Celebrating Australian Citizenship - Australia Day 2024 Published on 08 January 2024 Council will host its annual Australia Day Awards and citizenship ceremony on 26 January. Additionally, there will be free entry to Cessnock and Branxton Pools and Kurri Kurri Aquatic and Fitness Centre on the day. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
Winners of Responsible Pet Ownership Sticker Design Competition Published on 01 December 2023 Cessnock City Council has announced the five (5) winners of our Responsible Pet Ownership sticker design competition at Maybury Peace Park Weston. Local students from Kindergarten through to Year 6 in the Cessnock Local Government Area had the opportunity to show off their artistic skills, with the chance to have their artwork featured on Council’s Ranger vehicles. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
Earlier than anticipated: new Kline Street bridge opens Published on 24 November 2023 Cessnock City Council is pleased to announce the official opening of the new $3.75 million Kline Street bridge at Weston, months ahead of schedule. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration, Improvement Works, Media Releases