Our very own #CavesBeach has been named one of the 10 best beaches in Australia. #DudleyBeach which has made the list in previous years has come in 11th making #LakeMacquarie the only LGA in Australia in recent years whose beaches have featured twice.

Consider this your reminder to register or join an existing #CleanUpAustraliaDay site. Last year, we had 9000+ volunteers, 58 community and youth groups, 38 schools and eight businesses register for Clean Up Australia Day. Register or host a site at

@djmcbreen Hey Daniel, appreciate the suggestion, however it's best directed to Transport for NSW as they are the agency responsible for managing all traffic lights across the state. Thanks, Jen.

Our next Council meeting will be held at the Windale Hub, bilyabayi on Monday 10 February 2025, with a Standing Committee meeting starting from 6.30pm. Click the thumbnail to see items listed for discussion.

Fire and Rescue NSW have scheduled a hazard reduction burn for this Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 February. The burn will be conducted in the bushland between Parklea Ave, Croudace Bay and Regal Way, Valentine, weather permitting. Click the thumbnail for details

📅 Add to calendar if not already. Our Eco Exchange on Saturday 22 February from 8.30am-2pm is a must with something for everyone. See full details

Parking rules in school zones, including kiss and ride areas, no stopping areas, no parking areas and bus zones are super important to abide by for the safety of children and the wider community. Let's look out for each other and #ParkSafeStaySafe #LakeMacquarieSchools #LakeMac

Builders, site supervisors, project managers and anyone responsible for erosion and sediment control on building sites are invited to attend a complimentary breakfast to discuss effective erosion and sediment management on construction sites. Book now

Calling all community leaders and knowledge holders in Morisset. Do you have a skill to offer your community, insight and interest in seeing Morisset thrive, or a passion to play an active role in supporting the community? Check out this unique opportunity

Have you ever wondered if school zones apply to school development days (aka pupil-free days)? The answer is yes. School zones are back in force from this Friday 31 January. You can find out more at #SchoolZonesNSW #LakeMacSchools

Please be advised the two picnic shelters at Nancy Dwyer Park, Cardiff are being upgraded. The work won't impact wider use of the park, with the exception of the areas surrounding each shelter. We expect the work to take up to 3 weeks to complete weather permitting.

There are no changes to waste, recycling or green waste collections this long weekend. Find out what Lake Macquarie City Council facilities and services are operating this Australia Day Long Weekend, with the public holiday on Monday 27 January 2024.

TW A terrifying incident in which a 12-year-old boy required resuscitation and was saved after being buried head-first in the sand has prompted Lake Macquarie lifeguards to warn about staying safe on the beach during school holidays.

Investigations are underway into the theft of the bronze cast of an Aboriginal stringybark canoe which was installed as part of the public artwork component of the Fernleigh Awabakal Shared Track project. We urge anyone with information to reach out. More:

This year, Lake Mac Festival will be a spectacular four-month event spanning from January to April 2025, including a night of fireworks across the lake at 9pm on Saturday 25 January, best seen from Belmont, Toronto and Warners Bay foreshore.

At Lake Macquarie City Council, we are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for our staff, contractors, volunteers and community members. Let's draw the line at disrespect, together. #DrawTheLine #OurLakeMac #LakeMacquarie

@TransportforNSW invites you to share feedback on the future of transport for regional NSW. Check out the Draft Hunter Strategic Regional Integrated Transport Plan and provide feedback by Friday 28 February.

Hello 2025! 😉 Our libraries, museums, art galleries, swim centres and Landcare and Sustainable Living Centre, umali barai-ku are open for business with operating hours resuming as usual. Our Customer Service Centre remains temporarily located at Speers Point Library. #OurLakeMac

Please be advised there will be a number of privately organised fireworks displays around Lake Macquarie on Tuesday 31 December. Council has no affiliation with these fireworks we are merely informing the community. See location and times of each display