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Janice Musumeci
District Coordinator
We acknowledge that we operate on the grounds of the traditional country of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples. We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing relationship with the land, and that they are the proud survivors of more than two hundred years of dispossession.
Newcastle East occupies a rare position between harbour and ocean, giving the precinct an identity shaped equally by maritime history, beach culture and contemporary city life. Heritage streets and terraces sit alongside destination restaurants, casual dining, bars and independent retail, with Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach, Pacific Park and Foreshore Park all close by.
The precinct’s compact scale makes it easy to move between dining, culture, public space and the water’s edge, while light rail links it directly with the wider city. Landmark places including Customs House and Fort Scratchley add character and flexibility for activation.
For partners, Newcastle East offers a highly visible setting where coastal lifestyle, destination dining, heritage and multi-venue programming can come together within one distinctive, walkable precinct, day and night.
Newcastle East gives partners access to a compact, high-profile precinct spanning beaches, parks, hospitality and heritage spaces. An engaged independent business community, established events culture and strong pedestrian connections create scope for branded experiences, food collaborations, cultural programming and outdoor activations.
Bartholomew's | Bistro Penny | Bocados Spanish Kitchen | Customs House | Estabar | Foghorn Brewery | George Darby Hotel | Ginger Meg's | Great Northern Hotel | Humbug | Light Years Asian Diner | Lock's Paddock | Meet | Miine | Momo | Neighbours on Market | Noah's on the Beach | Novotel Newcastle Beach | Oh My Papa | QT Hotel | Queens Wharf Brewery | Ravella | Rustica | Scotties | Scratchley's on the Wharf | Ship Inn | Signal Box | Susuru | The Basement | The Crown and Anchor Hotel | The Falcon | The Grain Store Newcastle | The Grand Hotel | The Lock Up | The Lucky Hotel | The Station | Tower Cinemas | United Services Club | Uptowns Bar | Wester Gallery
Location
At Newcastle’s eastern tip, the precinct sits between harbour and ocean, linking beaches, parklands, heritage streets and the city centre.
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We acknowledge that we live and work on Aboriginal land and recognise the strength, resilience and capacity of First Nations Australians. We also acknowledge all of the traditional owners of the land in NSW, and pay respect to First Nations Elders, past and present.
