Reasons

Blackbutt Reserve holds a special place in the hearts of locals and more than 50 years after opening, remains one of our City's most popular tourist attractions.

The Bathers Way is a continuous path which links our iconic beaches of Merewether, Dixon Park, Bar Beach, Newcastle and Nobbys and is a flagship project of our Coastal Revitalisation program.

Our city’s East End is being refreshed so it can be enjoyed by everyone and our West End is evolving into a thriving business district.

Our City of Opportunity opens up new ways of thinking and capability to solve the City’s challenges now and well into the future.

Smart collaboration brings people together to share ideas through events, symposiums and forums – where information and ideas are shared and collaboration is embraced.

Smart Innovation refers to the support we're providing to encourage emerging industries, start-ups and scale up businesses to see Newcastle as the ideal base for collaborative problem solving.

Smart Sustainability projects will help the community manage our precious resources more efficiently, using applied technology and innovation to create a cleaner and more sustainable future.

Smart Connectivity connects the community together through networks and information, to enable the flow of data in real time to share information and stories digitally.

Smart mobility initiatives enable us to test and trial innovative transport options that will assist in planning for future transport needs. Initiatives also enhance the delivery of cycleways and walkable city infrastructure.

City of Newcastle is leading the way as we transform into the next generation of smarter living.