Help shape the future of your city by having your say on the projects and initiatives that matter to you. Sharing your feedback and ideas can help make Lake Mac an even better place for our whole community to enjoy.

 

Current projects

Planning agreement: Teralba conservation land

We're inviting submissions on a draft planning agreement between Lake Macquarie City Council and Twin Rivers Developments.
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Community Engagement Strategy

We're committed to ensuring our community as input into the Council projects, plans and strategies that affect them. Help shape our draft Community Engagement Strategy by making submission before 11 October 2024. 
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Youth Strategy

Young people are the future of our city. How can Council support them to be their best? Share your thoughts before 15 September to help shape our updated Youth Strategy.
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Closed projects

Planning proposal: 130 Munibung Road

The planning proposal seeks to amend the Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014 by rezoning part of 130 Munibung Road and part of 30 Mackenzie Parade, Boolaroo, from zone C2 Environmental Conservation to zone R2 Low Density Residential to facilitate residential development.
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West Wallsend and Holmesville Heritage Conservation Area

Following a review of the planning rules for the West Wallsend and Holmesville Area, we are proposing changes to the Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014 and the accompanying Lake Macquarie Development Control Plan 2014.
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Children and Families Strategy

Our Children and Families Strategy aims to create a supportive environment that nurtures the wellbeing and development of our youngest residents.
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North West Lake Macquarie Catalyst Area Place Strategy

The draft North West Lake Macquarie Catalyst Area Place Strategy will guide the future growth of Teralba, Speers Point, Boolaroo, Cockle Creek, Argenton, Glendale and Cardiff.
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Improving public transport

Lake Macquarie City Council has an important role to play in advocating for improved public transport options for residents and visitors.
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West Wallsend Swim Centre expansion

We’re expanding West Wallsend Swim Centre to include a new learn-to-swim centre.
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Boolaroo Heritage Interpretation Plan

We're proud of the rich heritage of Boolaroo and want to make sure it's preserved and celebrated now and into the future.
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Events and Festivals Strategic Action Plan 2024-2028

At its Ordinary meeting on Monday 22 July, Council adopted of the Events and Festivals Strategic Action Plan.
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Lake Mac Libraries, kawumalyikilba Strategic Plan 2024-2028

At its Ordinary meeting on Monday 22 July, Council adopted the Lake Mac Libraries, kawumalyikilba Strategic Plan.
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Planning Proposal: 87 Oakdale Road, Gateshead

At its Standing Committee meeting on 11 June 2024, Council endorsed this planning proposal.
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Lake Mac 2035

How can we make Lake Macquarie City even better over the next 10 years?
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1337 Hue Hue Road, Wyee

The objective of this planning proposal is to amend the Lake Macquarie Development Control Plan to facilitate residential development of land neighbouring an existing residential area in west Wyee.
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Aboriginal Community Plan, bayikulinan

Lake Macquarie City Council is currently reviewing and updating our Aboriginal Community Plan, bayikulinan. The plan will support Council, where possible, to facilitate the needs of our Aboriginal and...
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North Creek Flood Study

Lake Macquarie City Council is working with consultant WMAwater to prepare a flood study of North Creek. As part of this work, residents from suburbs along North Creek, including Warners Bay, Lakeland...
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Community and Cultural Facilities Strategy

Lake Macquarie City Council owns and operates 95 community and cultural facilities across the city. This includes community halls, multipurpose centres, childcare facilities, Scout halls, Meals on Whe...
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Planning Proposal: Raffertys Resort

Thank you to everyone who provided feedback on the planning proposal for Raffertys Resort. At the 11 June 2024 Standing Committee meeting, Council endorsed the planning proposal and, separately, appr...
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Culturally Diverse Lake Mac 2025-2029

Lake Macquarie City Council is committed to ensuring our city is an inclusive and welcoming place, where the whole community can feel a sense of safety and belonging. Our Culturally Diverse Lake Mac P...
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Morisset Place Strategy

Thank you everyone who submitted feedback on our Morisset Place Strategy discussion paper. Consultation closed on 14 September 2023. An engagement summary is now available to view online. We are prepa...
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Flood planning for Morisset

Council recently received state government funding to undertake this flood study for the broader Morisset area, to inform future planning for the area and ensure that it remains resilient to flooding ...
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Killingworth Paper Subdivision

The Killingworth Paper Subdivision consists of 24 residential lots that are owned by residential landowners and Council. While much of the land has been rezoned for residential development, the land c...
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Teralba to Toronto Climate Resilience Planning

The north-western side of Lake Macquarie between Teralba and Toronto offers a great lifestyle and it’s important we all protect and care for our community, environment and economy. We want to wo...
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Wyee Paper Subdivision

The Wyee Paper Subdivision consists of 199 residential lots that are owned by more than 140 landowners. Over the last few years, Council has spent a significant amount of time engaging with landowners...
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