The Latest Breaking News from Lake Macquarie

Plans for 1200 new homes in the heart of Lake Macquarie

It's part of a program to build near transport, jobs and services.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 26

State budget: oldest primary school in Lake Macquarie to move

The school announcement was part of the 2026-2027 state budget.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 22

Long-awaited repairs to Lake Macquarie seawall to go ahead

Transport for NSW will fund repairs to the seawall that was damaged in 2021.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 21

Council backs plan to improve access and inclusion for growing population

22 per cent of Lake Macquarie residents identify as having a disability.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 9

'Oops': Snapchats captured moment man fired shotgun out his mum's car window

He was arrested after tactical police surrounded his Lake Macquarie home.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 3

Lake Macquarie estate seeks change to 'streamline' 181-lot housing estate

The developer wants to alter its eight-stage construction.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 2

Pedestrian killed in car crash at Lake Macquarie

Police were told the woman had been hit by a black sedan.

Newcastle Herald · May 31

Strategy reveals Lake Macquarie will miss 2029 housing target

The council's new plan aims for more diverse and affordable homes.

Newcastle Herald · May 31

Live in, drive out: council debates skills drain flowing out of the city

More than half of Lake Macquarie residents work outside the LGA.

Newcastle Herald · May 30

Eviction notice targets seriously ill man at Lake Macquarie holiday park

Undergoing treatment for cancer and thousands out of pocket, he has been given his marching orders.

Newcastle Herald · May 29