What’s open and closed over Christmas and New Year

Some of our services are taking a short break over Christmas and the New Year. There are no waste, recycling and green waste collections on Christmas Day. All waste collections between Wednesday 25-Friday 27 December will occur a day later than usual.

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Customer service update

Our Customer Service Centre is temporarily located at Speers Point Library, adjacent to Council's Administration Building.

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Lake Mac Festival 2025

Next date: Tuesday, 07 January 2025 | 09:00 AM to Sunday, 20 April 2025 | 05:00 PM

On the shores of Lake Macquarie, NSW

The Lake Mac Festival is back, and it's bigger, brighter, and better than ever! From January 7th through to Easter, join us in celebrating everything Lake Mac has to offer, with a vibrant lineup of events and activities for locals and visitors alike. Relax at lively festivals, catch the excitement of sailing regattas on the lake, enjoy live entertainment under the stars or by the shore, and discover outdoor adventures at our stunning beaches and nature reserves.

Don’t miss the Australia Day Long Weekend celebrations, featuring bustling markets, community festivals, and live music throughout the city.

It’s an unmissable season of fun and festivities!

Looking to get involved in Lake Mac Festival? Expressions of Interest are now open.

The event program will run from 1 Jan 2025 until the end of April 2025 and offers an opportunity for community groups and businesses to partner with us in this wonderful event.

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