The Latest Breaking News from Fort Scratchley

'They have to live their lives': why Fort Scratchley had to close the gates

Thursday's temporary closure has laid bare a major challenge for the city's historic landmark.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 13

Visitors marvel at Fort Scratchley

Letters | 'Newcastle is missing an amazing opportunity here'

Newcastle Herald · May 20

Defence careers expo at Fort Scratchley aims to boost military ranks

Inside the drive to boost military ranks in the Australian Defence Force

Newcastle Herald · Nov 9, 2024

Art attack: Sculpture showcase takes over Fort Scratchley

Sculptures at Scratchley is back bigger and better than before.

Newcastle Herald · May 9, 2024

The mystery of the giant mythic hero at Fort Scratchley

The artist behind the giant whale at Fort Scratchley reveals his inspiration.

Newcastle Herald · May 2, 2024

Mystery of the lone medal on Newcastle beach

Mystery owner of a WWI medal washed up on a Newcastle beach finally solved

Newcastle Herald · Feb 1, 2024

Thousands of poppies laid in remembrance at Fort Scratchley

'It's not about glorifying war. It's all about the sacrifices that everybody made.'

Newcastle Herald · Nov 10, 2023

Fort Scratchley reloaded for Music Of The Guns

Music combined with stunning views.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 25, 2023

Planner: Afghan textiles at Lovett Gallery, stand-up comedy and more

Homegrown Markets 10am to 2pm, The Station, Newcastle. Handmade in the Hunter Markets 9am to 2pm, Sobels Wines, 5 Halls Road, Pokolbin. Also on Sunday. Glendale Farmers Artisan Market 7am to 1.30pm, Stockland Glendale. Hunter Wine Country Markets 9am to 2pm, De Bortoli Wines, 532 Wine Country Drive, Lovedale. Also…

Newcastle Herald · Jun 9, 2023

Ex-lord mayor buys prize-winning whale sculpture from Fort Scratchley exhibition

Property developer and former Newcastle lord mayor Jeff McCloy has added to his extensive public art collection by buying the winning exhibit in last month's Sculptures at Scratchley show.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 2, 2023