1. The Lake Macquarie & Hunter Region

Date: 1 January 2006

165 kilometres north of Sydney, or around two hours drive, the Hunter extends from Lake Macquarie to Port Stephens on the coast and inland to the upper reaches of the Hunter Valley. Background The industries of the region are agriculture, aluminium, coal, defence, steel, horses, health, viticulture, winemaking, education, tourism and engineerin... [ more ]

2. Schools in Lake Macquarie & Hunter

Schools in the Lake Macquarie and Hunter Region The Lake Macquarie and Hunter Region has a variety of schools to suit all needs in the community. The following links provide a list of schools in the Lake Macquarie and Hunter Region. Avondale School Website NSW Public Schools Catholic Schools Lake Macquarie & Hunter Region Lake Macquarie &... [ more ]

3. Lake Macquarie & Hunter Pubs and Clubs

The Lake Macquarie and Hunter Region has a pub, club, hotel, tavern or wine bar to suit all tastes. From your very traditional old fashioned pub to the sophisticated modern wine bar there is something for everyone. Whether you are out for a casual drink with friends or splurging on a full dinner with fine wines you will find a suitable venue in... [ more ]

4. Shopping in Lake Macquarie & Hunter

Shoppers are well catered for in the Lake Macquarie and Hunter Region. Places to shop range from large modern Westfield Shopping Centres to quaint country town shopping strips. There is a style to suit every shopper with some of the larger centres offering David Jones, Target, K-Mart, Coles, Woolworths and many specialty shops. Our smaller shopp... [ more ]

5. Facilities for Seniors in Lake Macquarie & Hunter

There are a vast number of services for Seniors in the Hunter and Lake Macquarie Region covering social, health, accommodation, learning and pension entitlements. Seniors can learn new skills such as operating computers, photography and painting. There are clubs for seniors, volunteer organisations - some caring for people and others caring for... [ more ]

6. Mens Services in the Lake Macquarie & Hunter

There are a number of services available in the Lake Macquarie & Hunter which are dedicated to helping men with relationships, work, fathering, separation and stress. From Abermain to Vacy. When you feel like it's all getting too much, talk to someone who understands. Mensline Australia is a nationally respected, accessible, dedicated servic... [ more ]

7. Housing in the Lake Macquarie & Hunter

The quality of housing in the Lake Macquarie and Hunter region ranges from one bedroom units, small fibro or weatherboard holiday cottages, retirement village transportable homes, traditional brick bungalows, easy care villas and duplex suitable for retirement or those wanting small yards to maintain, small and medium acreage suitable for horses... [ more ]

8. Getting Around In Lake Macquarie & Hunter

There are plenty of ways to see the sights and attractions of the Hunter and Lake Macquarie region. We have a good rail network and public bus system to allow ease of travel from one place to another. Newcastle NSW Government Transport Guide Port Stephens Coaches Maitland Public Transport Isolated Patients Travel Assistance Scheme... [ more ]

9. Indigenous Services in Lake Macquarie & Hunter

Some handy links for Indigenous people: Aboriginal Women's Legal Centre Australian Indigenous Services Aboriginal Services Aboriginal Housing Company Hunter Valley Indigenous Directory NSW Aboriginal Justice Advisory Council Aboriginal Children's Services (24 hours) Phone: (02) 9698 2222... [ more ]

10. Emergency Housing in Lake Macquarie & Hunter

EMERGENCY HOUSING IN THE LAKE MACQUARIE, HUNTER REGION NSW Department of Housing DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION LINE 1800 152 152 Office of Community Housing 2-6 Dick street, Newcastle 2300 Phone: 4925 6333 Fax: 4925 6390 Government funding branch of community housing HOMELESS PERSONS INFORMATION CENTRE Phone: 1800 23... [ more ]

11. Mental Health Services in Lake Macquarie & Hunter

There are a number of organisations where you can access help with mental health issues in the Hunter Region. Hunter Institute of Mental Health James Fletcher Hospital 72 Watt Street Newcastle NSW 2300 Phone: (02) 4924 6721 Fax: (02) 4924 6724 ARAFMI NSW (INC)Families and Friends Promoting Mental Health and Wellbeing.NSW country areas... [ more ]

12. Womens Services in the Lake Macquarie & Hunter

Hunter Region Working Womens' Group Rural Women’s Network. Phone: (02)6391 3620 Or 1800 814 647 NSW Rape Crisis Centre. Phone: (02) 9819 6565 Or 1800 424 017 Dympna House, Child Sexual Assault and Incest Service. Phone: (02) 9797 6733 Or 1800 654 119 Violence Against Women Confidential Hotline Phone: 1800 200 526 Prote... [ more ]

13. Lake Macquarie Skate Parks

Locations of Skate Parks in Lake Macquarie: Cnr Bay and Quigley Roads Bolton Point Bonnells Bay Community Centre, Fishery Point Road Bonnells Bay Wilkinson Park , Myall Road Cardiff Thomas Halton Park , Macquarie Drive Croudace bay Kevin Evans Oval, Appletree Road Holmesville Rathmines Park , Stilling Street Rathmines Lake M... [ more ]

14. Multi-Cultural Services in Lake Macquarie & Hunter

Multi Cultural Services for the Newcastle and Hunter Regions - some helpful links - Northern Settlement Services Limited (Formerly Migrant Resource Centre Newcastle & Hunter Region) TAFE Multicultural Services Ethnic Communities' Council of NSW... [ more ]

15. Lake Macquarie & Hunter Wet Weather Activities

LAKE MACQUARIE & HUNTER ACTIVITIES FOR WET WEATHER While wet weather can be a disappointment if you were planning on spending time in the outdoors or on the water there are still plenty of other activities to fill in your time around the Hunter and Lake Macquarie Region. There are art galleries, museums, movie theatres, wineries, ten pin bowling... [ more ]

16. Lake Macquarie & Hunter Pools

LAKE MACQUARIE & HUNTER REGION SWIMMING CENTRES Lake Macquarie boasts six swim centres. Each swim centre offers its own program and facilities to suit all people of different fitness and swimming levels. Below, each swim centre is listed including their location and contact number. Charlestown Swim Centre Location: Dickinson Street, Charlestow... [ more ]

17. Lake Macquarie & Hunter Special Interest Groups

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS OF LAKE MACQUARIE AND HUNTER REGION Lake Macquarie and Hunter Region has many special interest groups some of which are listed below. Lake Macquarie Family History Group Inc. Aims & Goals of the Lake Macquarie Family History Group Inc. * Promote the study of family history and local history. * Encourage the recording an... [ more ]

18. Waterways in Lake Macquarie & Hunter

Lake Macquarie The largest coastal salt water lake in Australia, Lake Macquarie, is in the Hunter Region. With an area of around 748 sq km the lake is four times the size of Sydney Harbour. Lake Macquarie offers wonderful opportunities for the water enthusiast including fishing, kayaking, water skiing, sailing, swimming, picnicking and all ty... [ more ]

19. Lake Macquarie & Hunter Volunteer Organisations

People volunteer for many reasons. Usually they want to satisfy some personal need by helping the community. Whether you wish to meet new people, support a cause, try something new, give something back to the community or simply have fun, the wide variety of volunteer opportunities can satisfy the range of motives for volunteering. People gain as... [ more ]

20. Volunteer Organisations in Lake Macquarie & Hunter

VOLUNTEER ORGANISATIONS IN THE LAKE MACQUARIE & HUNTER REGION There are many opportunities for volunteer work in Lake Macquarie region. Some of the following links will be of interest to those who would like to put some of their spare time into the community. A great way to meet other like minded people in the Lake Macquarie & Hunter region and... [ more ]