Richard King spoke with Greg Piper Independent Member for Lake Macquarie about the City of Newcastle Council Lord Mayor by-election, latest on Morisset Hospital site and Morisset's Cedar Mill plan.

Richard King spoke with Greg Piper Independent Member for Lake Macquarie about the City of Newcastle Council Lord Mayor by-election, latest on Morisset Hospital site and Morisset's Cedar Mill plan.

Join Richard every Monday to Friday from 5am to 9am for the latest news, sports, and lively talk tailored for Newcastle.

Join Richard every Monday to Friday from 5am to 9am for the latest news, sports, and lively talk tailored for Newcastle.

Richard King

Greg Piper Independent Member for Lake Macquarie

After securing a decisive victory in the by-election, City of Newcastle Lord Mayor-elect Gavin Morris spoke with Richard King about the result and what comes next.

After securing a decisive victory in the by-election, City of Newcastle Lord Mayor-elect Gavin Morris spoke with Richard King about the result and what comes next.

Gavin Morris City of Newcastle Lord Mayor elect

Richard King spoke with Newcastle Greens councillor Charlotte McCabe about her reaction to finishing second in the Newcastle Lord Mayor by-election and what the result means moving forward.

Richard King spoke with Newcastle Greens councillor Charlotte McCabe about her reaction to finishing second in the Newcastle Lord Mayor by-election and what the result means moving forward.

Charlotte McCabe Newcastle Greens Councillor 

This week we preview one of the Hunter region’s most iconic annual events, Steam Fest in Maitland, now in its 37th year. Maitland City Councilor and Steam Fest Committee Chair Ken Jordan joins the program to talk about the scale of the festival, the volunteer effort behind it, and what visitors can expect across the weekend.

From steam train rides featuring historic locomotives to the popular “Great Race”, a massive car show in Maitland Park, live music, food stalls, guided historical tours, and Steam Fest After Dark, the event continues to grow year after year while staying true to its heritage roots.

Ken also shares ticketing updates, key event locations, and tips for visitors, including where to catch the best views of the steam engines and how to secure remaining train ride seats through the Maitland City Council website.

A must-listen if you're planning to attend Steam Fest or just want to learn more about one of the region’s biggest community events.

This week we preview one of the Hunter region&rsquo;s most iconic annual events, Steam Fest in Maitland, now in its 37th year. Maitland City Councilor and Steam Fest Committee Chair Ken Jordan joins the program to talk about the scale of the festival, the volunteer effort behind it, and what visitors can expect across the weekend.
From steam train rides featuring historic locomotives to the popular &ldquo;Great Race&rdquo;, a massive car show in Maitland Park, live music, food stalls, guided historical tours, and Steam Fest After Dark, the event continues to grow year after year while staying true to its heritage roots.
Ken also shares ticketing updates, key event locations, and tips for visitors, including where to catch the best views of the steam engines and how to secure remaining train ride seats through the Maitland City Council website.
A must-listen if you're planning to attend Steam Fest or just want to learn more about one of the region&rsquo;s biggest community events.

Greg Piper Independent Member for Lake Macquarie

In 1 playlist(s)

Richard King

Social links

Follow podcast

Recent clips