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Quick hits
Source: Willy Weather
Newcastle News |
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Kooragang Clean Energy Precinct - In a step towards meeting the country’s net zero goals, the Port of Newcastle has unveiled the construction of a Clean Energy Precinct in Kooragang. Read more here |
Newcastle a hotspot for overseas migrants - Research has found overseas migration to the Hunter is at its highest recorded level. Find out more |
Hunter Coal exports surge - Coal export volumes appear on track to surpass recent years, but concerns remain about the impact of declining coal prices on the Hunter's economy. |
Temporary speed zone changes could lead to delays: A temporary reduced speed limit will be introduced on Raymond Terrace Road at Thornton while work continues to improve the network. Find out more |
Eats
Local Gem
Today, local gem, I'm not focusing on a cafe per se, but rather a particular item from a cafe. The item is the infamous Vietnamese classic, the Bahn mi from Mayfield Corner Cafe.
I have had my fair share of Bahn mi in Newcastle, and in my opinion, this cafe takes the crown for being Newcastle’s best Bahn mi. Just look at this.
Openings
Side Pocket Espresso becomes ‘The Pocket’
The much beloved Mayfield cafe has rebranded and relocated down the road to 233 Maitland Road, Mayfield.
This cafe was my go-to when I lived in Mayfield, and I am sad to be on the other side of town now. I will be checking them out in their new location Saturday morning.
Credit @thepocket.mayfield on Instagram
Newcastle trivia
Who discovered the Hunter River, and is credited with discovering the harbour of Newcastle?
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Events
🎸 Live Music | 🎈Family | 🧑🌾 Markets |
🤣 Comedy | 🙈 Adults | 🎨 Art and culture |
Thursday 17 October
🎸 SEMANTICS – I Feel It All At Once - The Hamilton Station Hotel, 9:00pm
🎸 Open Mic Night hosted by Eddy Rockefeller - The Rouge Scholar, 8:00pm
Friday 18 October
🤣 Cardiff Comedy Clash with Tommy Dean - Cardiff RSL, 8:00pm. Get tickets
🎸 The Mumma Jane Blues Band - Front Bar, The Wickham Park Hotel, 8.30pm
🎸 Phoenix Pritchard -The Rinks Stage, Adamstown Bowling Club, 5:00pm
🎸 Kick: INXS Tribute Show -The Kent Hotel
🎸 Fox & Co - Weston Workers Club, 7.30pm
🎸 Nathan Cole - The Boat Shed Bar, 9:00pm
🎸 Jake Folbigg - The Belmore Hotel, 5:30pm
Salt Tree - The Stag & Hunter Hotel, 8:00 pm. Get Tickets
🎸 Diamond Construct - The Newcastle Hotel, 7:00pm. Get tickets
🎸 Skyes Law: Live And Loud – Wallsend Diggers & Mezz Bar, 7:00pm
🎸 Temperate // Carnivara - The Oak Tighes Hill, 8:30pm
Saturday 19 October
🧑🌾 Merewether Tubes 4 Boobs Market - Dixon Park Playground, 9:00am
😆 Saturday Night Showcase - Newcastle Comedy Club, 7:30pm. Get tickets
🎸 Cormac Grant, The Rinks Stage, Adamstown Bowling Club, 3pm
🎸 Shadow Circus, King Street Warehouse, 3pm
🎸Chain Daisy Duo, So She Can Fly & Woofer Band, Front Bar, The Wickham Park Hotel, 8.30pm.
🎸 Brianna Maley, The Rinks Stage, Adamstown Bowling Club, 6pm
🎸 Soundabout, The Exchange Hotel, 9pm
🧑🌾 Homegrown Markets x Newcastle Pride Fair Day - Gregson Park, 11:00am
🎸 Loko - The Thirsty Messiah, 7:30pm
🎸 Nathan Cavaleri, The Stag and Hunter Hotel, 8:00pm. Get tickets
🎸Bon Jovi Tribute Show - Souths Merewether, 8:00pm. Get tickets
🎸 Nano - The Boat Shed Bar - 9:00pm
🎸 Misbehave - Warners Bay Hotel, 9:00pm
🎸 V Dubs - Club Charlestown, 8:30pm
🎸Electric Hayhem, The Kent Hotel, Hamilton, from 10pm
Sunday 20 October
🎸 Raised As Wolves and Amends - The Hamilton Station Hotel, 7:00pm
🎸 Sunday Sessions with Mike Horbacz - Warners Bay Hotel, 2:00pm
🎸 Cover 2 Cover, Club Lambton, 3:00pm
🎸 Temple of the Stag Unplugged - The Stag & Hunter Hotel, 7:30pm. Get tickets
🎸 Sunday Vibes - The Kent Hotel, 8:30pm
🎸 The Lairs, Beer Garden, The Wickham Park Hotel, 2.30pm
🎸 Jungle Kings, Front Bar, The Wickham Park Hotel,,6pm
🎸 Brianna Maley, The Rinks Stage, Adamstown Bowling Club, 2pm
🎸 Crawfish Stew, The Kent Hotel, from 8.30pm
Activities
Kids
Karuah Oyster and Timber Festival - 19 October, Longworth Park, Karuah.
This weekend is the annual Karuah Oyster and Timber festival. Expect to see world-class axemen compete in a range of timber sports, eat oysters, and browse quality markets. Don’t forget the famous duck race on the picturesque Karuah River. More info
Mary Poppins - The Broadway Musical - 16 - 20 October. Civic Theatre
Adapted from the beloved stories by PL Travers and the original film, the magical tale of the world’s favourite Nanny returns to the Civic Theatre stage in a spectacular and unforgettable new production. Get tickets here
Adults
Tim Winton | October 19, University of Newcastle Great Hall, Callaghan, 6pm to 7pm
Award-winning Australian Writer Tim Winton will be speaking with Writer Festival director Rosemarie Milsom about his new novel Juice, which centres on two fugitives, a man and a child, who drive all night across a stony desert. Find tickets here
Fast & Loud Festival | 18 - 20 October
Catch exhilarating boat races, live music, roving entertainment, car shows, and more at Fast & Loud Festival. More info
Newcastle Pride Fair Day | October 19, Gregson Park, Hamilton, 11am to 6pm
Packed with entertainment, a massive lineup of local makers & designers, a wide range of community groups, delicious food, an outdoor bar, dj zone, kids entertainment + so much more
Emma Holland: Here Comes Mr Forehead | October 20, Newcastle Comedy Club, Newcastle, 6pm
Making Moves | October 20, Top Rock Studios, Newcastle West, 3pm to 6.30pm
A fun afternoon of making connections through movement. Find out more
Ink Gin High Tea | October 20, Bartholomew’s, Newcastle, 1pm to 4pm
Bartholomew’s is hosting a decadent high tea with Ink Gin. Sip on elegantly crafted gin cocktails while indulging in a selection of savoury and sweet treats, all perfectly paired with the unique flavours of Ink. Book your ticket online
Fernleigh 15 | October 20, Newcastle and Lake Macquarie, from 7.30am
Miscellaneous
Newcastle real estate
This is the kitchen of a two-bedroom property in Tighes Hill that sold last weekend for an exuberant $915k at auction. Going for well above the $750k auction guide, this is a prime example of the current state of Newcastle real estate. Read more here
Business Blast
Hunter Manufacturing Awards Set to Celebrate 20 Years of Innovation
The 20th anniversary Hunter Manufacturing Awards (HMA) Gala Night is set for October 18 at NEX Newcastle. The event highlights the industry's evolution from traditional methods to advanced technologies across various sectors. This year's finalists include first-time entrants and exciting start-ups, reflecting the region's growing manufacturing diversity. The awards will recognise both established companies and emerging leaders in the field, emphasising Hunter's continued growth and innovation in manufacturing.
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