Lake Macquarie City Council

Lake Macquarie is the fastest growing city in the Hunter, and one of the largest cities in New South Wales. Lake Macquarie Council is the Local Government area comprising of the town centres of Belmont, Cardiff, Charlestown, Glendale, Morisset, Mount Hutton, Swansea, Toronto and Warners Bay.

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Depth of Lake Mac business talent on show in awards finalists

Jul 18, 2022

Finalists in this year’s Lake Mac Business Excellence Awards reflect the depth and diversity of business across the city, according to Lake Macquarie Mayor and panel judge, Kay Fraser. Kay said almost 100 entries were received after a call for submissions in May. “It was pleasing to see lots of new applicants this year, and the applications were almost universally of…
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Catherine Hill Bay Master Plan on public exhibition

Jul 7, 2022

Lake Macquarie City Council’s draft master plan for Catherine Hill Bay is now open for public exhibition. If implemented, the plan could see Catherine Hill Bay with a new community hub decked out with a hall, cafe, amenities, and social rooms. Lake Macquarie City Council Manager Asset Management, Helen Plummer said a new Surf Life Saving Club and…
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Awards poised to recognise Lake Mac business boom

May 28, 2022

Lake Macquarie’s business growth forged ahead despite the COVID-19 pandemic, new figures reveal, as the city prepares to recognise its best and brightest in the commercial sector. The number of registered businesses grew from 12,571 in June 2020 to 13,113 in June 2021, with the number of businesses with a $10 million-plus annual turnover also…
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Dr David Durrheim named Lake Mac Ambassador for 2022

May 8, 2022

Public health physician Dr David Durrheim has been named Lake Mac Ambassador for 2022 for his outstanding efforts keeping the community safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. David took out top honours at the recent Lake Mac Awards gala ceremony. The ceremony is held to recognise the city’s high achievers in sport, volunteering, and the community….
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New fast ferry service set to launch on Lake Macquarie

Dec 13, 2021

A new fast ferry service is set to shave almost 30 minutes off travel times between key points on either side of Lake Macquarie, setting up lakeside locations for a boom in day-trippers and hop-on, hop-off tourism. The 120-passenger vessel ferried passengers to and from Lake Macquarie Carols at Speers Point Park on Saturday 12…
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Lake Macquarie business first to use Building Upgrade Finance for sustainable building

Dec 6, 2021

With the help of Better Building Finance, ATUNE’s $13 million health centre in Cardiff South is the first project funded in regional NSW – showcasing how commercial building owners can achieve environmentally-friendly upgrades thanks to the new loan program. Manager Environmental Systems, Karen Partington said Lake Macquarie was one of six council areas supporting Building Upgrade…
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Hunter Sports Centre scores upgrade funding

Oct 19, 2021

Lake Macquarie City Council has welcomed a $10 million Federal Government funding commitment towards the expansion of the Hunter Sports Centre at Glendale. The Building Better Regions funding will allow Council to proceed with a long-planned $25.7 million expansion of the premier sports venue that will nurture the athletes of tomorrow, drive event tourism, and…
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Draft changes open up Lake Macquarie housing opportunities

Oct 10, 2021

Amended controls for medium density housing developments in Lake Macquarie are set to encourage sustainable growth in the city, supporting infill development rather than urban sprawl. Draft changes to the Lake Macquarie Development Control Plan and Local Environment Plan on exhibition from last week aims to increase the supply and diversity of housing close to…
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Lake Macquarie Business Growth Centre’s future secured

Aug 19, 2021

The future of the Lake Macquarie Business Growth Centre (BGC) and small business incubator has been secured, with the Central Coast Community College officially taking over the management of the centre. Located in Gateshead, the BGC was established in 1998 operating as a not for profit organisation to support and grow small and micro businesses in…
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Lake Macquarie City Council appoints new CEO

Aug 8, 2017

Lake Macquarie City Council has appointed Morven Cameron as its new CEO after Council anonymously endorsed her appointment in late July. Mayor of Lake Macquarie, Councillor Kay Fraser, said Morven was chosen in a competitive selection process from a high-calibre field of experienced candidates. “She is a highly impressive talent known for her collaborative leadership…
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Lake Macquarie City Council’s General Manager retires

Apr 26, 2017

Lake Macquarie City Council has announced the retirement of General Manager, Brian Bell, effective from the end of June. Brian retires after a career in local government spanning 50 years, including the past 11 years at Lake Macquarie. He was appointed General Manager in 2006 and has worked with three Mayors and four councils at…
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Lake Macquarie makes smart connections

Mar 27, 2017

Lake Macquarie’s smart city attributes have been on display this week with an international organisation in town to film the city. Representatives of the Global Smart City and Community Coalition (GSC3) were in Lake Macquarie last week to film a 360-degree virtual reality video to feature on the organisation’s website. The city signed an MOU…
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Business Growth Centre announces Board

Nov 24, 2016

Following the annual general meeting on Friday 4 November, the Business Growth Centre has announced their Board of Directors: Gavin Hanrahan | Turnbull Hill Lawyers (Chairman) Peter Hesse | PDH Accounting (Deputy Chair) Graeme Hooper (Company Secretary) Bob Urry (Treasurer) Gordon Hughes Jason King, Newcastle Herald Neville Sawyer Jill Hall Elizabeth Legovitch Ann Cummings Tony…
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Lake Macquarie City, a fertile breeding ground for ‘gazelles’

Nov 18, 2016

Lake Macquarie City is shaping up as a hotspot for so-called gazelles – high-growth small-to-medium enterprises. Identifying and supporting creative economic clusters, or geographic areas where like-businesses enjoy the benefits of being located together, is one of the ways Lake Macquarie City Council continues to encourage growth in the City. Council made a decision back…
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New appointments at Council

Nov 11, 2016

Lake Macquarie City Council has announced a range of appointments, first welcoming Dwight Graham as its first Chief Financial Officer. Dwight’s role as CFO will see him lead Council’s Finance and Administration Team and provide sound financial advice and support across all levels of the organisation. Prior to joining Council, Dwight was CFO of Power…
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Councils make Smart city connections

Nov 4, 2016

On Wednesday, 2 November 2016, Lake Macquarie and Newcastle city councils welcomed delegates from the Global Smart City and Community Coalition to discuss innovation and smart cities in the Hunter region. Lake Macquarie Council’s Manager Integrated Planning, Sharon Pope, said the Global Smart City and Community Coalition, led by the Dutch Government, is interested in…
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Lake Macquarie Visitor Economy to get a lift

Sep 2, 2016

Lake Macquarie Business Limited and Lake Macquarie Tourism Association have amalgamated to provide greater services, support and a louder voice for businesses operating in Lake Macquarie’s tourism and visitor sector. For Lake Macquarie Business Limited (which formed through the merger of several Lake Macquarie Chambers of Commerce earlier in the year), the amalgamation is validation…
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Help to drive business in Lake Macquarie

Jul 11, 2016

Lake Macquarie City Council is looking for talented business minds that are passionate about business development to nominate themselves for the Lake Macquarie Economic Development Company Board, Dantia. Dantia’s CEO, Kristen Keegan, said Dantia is seeking individuals who are willing to drive the next generation of economic growth in Lake Macquarie by supporting the growth…
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Lake Mac takes significant step in becoming a Smart City

Apr 11, 2016

Lake Macquarie City Council has laid the foundation for creating a more connected, innovative and resilient city, with the adoption of the Lake Mac Smart City, Smart Council Digital Economy Strategy. Council’s Manager Integrated Planning, Sharon Pope, said the strategy identifies 18 initiatives that will help boost the local economy, improve Council’s performance, and ultimately enhance…
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Caterpillar becomes an Eco Angel

Sep 3, 2015

Caterpillar Global Mining is looking to engage their diverse workforce and ensure each employee feels they are making a worthy contribution by participating in the Lake Macquarie City Council’s Eco Angel program. Last year, 42 employees from Caterpillar’s Beresfield facility hosted an Eco Angel Clean Up, clearing 600kg of litter from the popular Warners Bay…
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Lake Macquarie Transport Interchange takes shape

Jul 15, 2015

The Lake Macquarie Transport Interchange has come off the drawing board and started to take shape, as Daracon constructs the first section of the project. Last week, Member for Charlestown and Mayor of Lake Macquarie, Jodie Harrison, was part of an official party that marked the commencement of the construction of the first section of…
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Upgrade of Cardiff town centre

Sep 1, 2014

Lake Macquarie City Council has started work to implement the Cardiff Streetscape Master Plan. Adopted by Council in 2011, Council’s Manager City Projects Adam Wakeman said the streetscape master plan will improve the aesthetic appearance of the Cardiff town centre, provide opportunity for economic growth and provide a modern, easily maintained public space. “Building a…
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Better buildings for Lake Mac

Jul 3, 2014

Lake Macquarie City Council has released a draft strategy to provide guidance on how Council plans to set an environmentally responsible example by incorporating sustainable building practices in its community buildings. Council’s Acting Manager Sustainability, Symon Walpole, said the Better Buildings Strategy for Community Buildings will apply to facilities such as community halls, libraries and sports…
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Living Smart Festival returns

Jun 19, 2014

Lake Macquarie City Council’s Living Smart Festival is again to be held at Speers Point Park, this time on Saturday, 27 September 2014. Council’s Acting Sustainability Manager, Symon Walpole, said the Festival aims to increase awareness of sustainability issues and trends through music, dance, performance, demonstrations, workshops, art, fashion and food. “This year’s Festival will focus…
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Outdoor dining options for Lake Macquarie

Jun 14, 2014

Lake Macquarie City Council is encouraging residents and business operators to provide feedback on its draft Footway Dining Policy and Procedure. Council’s Property and Business Development Manager, Kate Cramp, said the draft policy and procedure aims to formalise existing practices to assist in providing safe and accessible pedestrian access on footpaths, while also balancing the interests…
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New energy for Lake Mac Council

Jan 8, 2014

Lake Macquarie City Council is starting off the New Year with new energy, thanks to the installation of 60 kilowatts (kW) of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels on the Swansea Centre. Council’s Manager Sustainability, Alice Howe, said the new system produces an average of 250 kilowatt hours (kWh) per day, enough to power 12 Lake Macquarie households,…
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Giving young people a voice

Dec 19, 2013

Young people, families, youth service providers and the wider community are encouraged to contribute to Lake Macquarie City Council’s Youth Strategy 2014-2019. Council’s Manager Community Planning, John Ferguson, said the feedback provided through the online survey and Facebook photo competition will guide a five-year blueprint to ensure that Council considers the needs and issues of the…
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Economic development for Lake Macquarie

Oct 3, 2013

Earlier this year, Lake Macquarie City Council decided to establish an external Board to deliver economic development activities that will support retention and growth of existing local businesses, and attract more business to the Lake Macquarie City. The Board will have nine members, including the Mayor and the General Manager of Lake Macquarie City Council who will…
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