Events Archives - Newcastle Transport

Buses replace ferry from 10pm to 11pm on 15 April

15.04.25

Buses will replace ferry services from 10pm to 11pm (end of service) on Tuesday 15 April, due to maintenance. Buses will depart every 30 minutes from Stockton and Queens Wharf from 10pm. Please allow extra travel time. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank customers for their patience while this work is carried out. […]

Additional services for ANZAC Day

7.04.25

Newcastle Transport will run additional bus, ferry and light rail services on Anzac Day to help Novocastrians travel to and from the dawn service at Nobbys Beach and other commemorative events on the day. Light Rail From 3.28am, light rail services will run every 7.5 minutes until 11am. Services will return to a public holiday […]

24
Apr

Fairies on the Ferry

4.04.25

As part of the April school holidays, Newcastle Transport will be hosting a free Fairies on the Ferry event at Stockton Wharf on Thursday 24 April! Jump on a ferry, say hello and get your face painted by our fairy friends. Make it a real adventure and visit the Stockton Playground & Skate Park as […]

7
Apr

Matildas v Korea Republic at McDonald Jones Stadium

31.03.25

We’re excited to cheer on the mighty Matildas as they take on Korea Republic, right here in Newcastle! The game will be held at McDonald Jones Stadium on Monday 7 April, with a 7.30pm kick off time. Forget about the stress of parking and use Newcastle Transport to get to the game! Free bus services […]

Share Your Message for Bus Driver Appreciation Day

12.03.25

Bus Driver Appreciation Day is on 18 March, and it’s the perfect time to celebrate the incredible bus drivers who keep Newcastle and Lake Macquarie moving. Write your message to a bus driver below and show them how much we appreciate their hard work and dedication! We will share your messages with them on the […]

Getting to the Newcastle Show

19.02.25

Heading to the Newcastle Show on 28 February to 2 March? Newcastle Transport can help you get there! Save time finding a park and gain more time enjoying the show by using public transport. Bus If you are travelling from Mount Hutton, Charlestown or Adamstown, the route 28 stops directly out the front Broadmeadow […]

Getting to Howlin’ Music Festival

7.02.25

Additional light rail services Saturday 15 February 2025 – Howlin’ Country Music Festival Heading to Howlin’ Country Music Festival on Saturday 15 February? Leave the car at home and catch public transport into Foreshore Park! Light rail services will run every 7.5 minutes from 1pm until 11pm and will return to a regular Saturday timetable […]

Are You Ready for School Return?

21.01.25

It’s that time of the year again… back to school! You’ve got the new backpack and shoes, but have you found a bus route? Tick one thing off the list by checking your school travel options. Here’s everything you need to know, from planning your trip and travelling to school safely. It’s easy to check […]

Additional ferry services for Stockton Triathlon

20.01.25

Additional ferry services Sunday 2 February 2025 – Stockton Triathlon If you’re competing in or spectating at the Island Triathlon in Stockton, Newcastle Transport is the best way to get there! Additional ferry services will operate from 5:15am on Sunday morning to transport event participants and spectators across the harbour to get themselves race-ready. The […]

New Year’s Eve 2024

19.12.24

Join the party on Newcastle Foreshore for New Years Eve 2024. Don’t miss the giant NEWY NYE inflatable walkway, decorate your ‘wheels’ and join the hourly Big Bike Parade featuring whacky inflatable characters, experience the magical Wishing Dome featuring giant illuminated jellyfish, and of course the massive fireworks finale at 9pm. Leave the car at […]