Upgrades a boost for motorcycle tourism in Cessnock LGA Published on 05 September 2025 There are few more thrilling ways to take in the beauty of Cessnock local government area than on two wheels. A popular motorcycle tourist route through Cessnock LGA has been the focus of recent major upgrades, with improvements at two key intersections set to make it safer and more comfortable for the many riders who take to our roads each year. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases
Latest upgrades at Carmichael Park precinct complete Published on 15 August 2025 The regional sporting facilities at Carmichael Park, Bellbird, have received a boost with the completion of the next stage in the Carmichael Park Masterplan. Tagged as: , Announcements, Improvement Works, Media Releases
South Cessnock residents better protected against floodwater Published on 10 July 2025 Residents in flood-prone South Cessnock now have an extra defence against inundation, with the completion of a 470m-long earth bund wall. Cessnock City Council has recently completed construction of the wall and associated drainage, which stretches from the intersection of McFarlane and Quarrybylong streets south towards Evans Street. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Improvement Works, Media Releases
Overhaul of Weston Bears Park kicks off Published on 17 June 2025 Construction has started on the multi-million-dollar upgrade of Weston Bears Park, with refurbishment of the grandstand, and the building of a new clubroom, changerooms and amenities set to take place over the coming months. Tagged as: , Announcements, Improvement Works, Media Releases
LGNSW award win for Kurri Kurri Town Centre Upgrade Published on 06 June 2025 Cessnock City Council has won the Asset and Infrastructure Award for the Kurri Kurri Town Centre and Col Brown Rotary Park upgrade at the Local Government Professionals Australia (NSW) Excellence Awards. Tagged as: , Announcements, Honours & Celebration, Improvement Works, Media Releases
Construction begins on Wollombi Road Upgrade Published on 25 February 2025 Cessnock City Council has commenced construction on its largest ever road project, the much-anticipated $34 million Wollombi Road upgrade. Tagged as: , Announcements, Improvement Works, Media Releases
Cessnock celebrates grand opening of new Regional Skatepark Published on 14 December 2024 Cessnock City Mayor Dan Watton today officially opened the new $2.2m Cessnock Regional Skatepark at Mount View Park alongside Federal Member for Hunter Daniel Repacholi MP, marking the launch of the region’s first dedicated, regional-level skate facility. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Improvement Works, Media Releases
Improved flood protection for vulnerable Cessnock neighbourhood Published on 06 December 2024 Multi-million-dollar upgrades to protect homes from inundation in a notoriously flood-prone part of South Cessnock are progressing, as new pictures reveal some of the early improvements. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Improvement Works, 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
New Watagan Creek Bridges open to traffic Published on 26 September 2024 Cessnock City Council is pleased to announce that the new $1.8 million Watagan Creek Bridge 1 and neighbouring $1.25 million Watagan Creek Bridge 3 in Laguna are now open for public use, with the major works completed marking a significant upgrade for the region. Tagged as: , Announcements, Improvement Works, Media Releases