New Lambton

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D Swansea town to sea close pan
D Swansea town to sea close pan
Panorama from Newcastle, NSW Australia
So our Hunter Valley bird (myself and Dick Jenkin ) photography workshop is in full swing. We’ve taken our group to a number of coastal locations and provided some interesting challenges for them to overcome as they juggle shutter speed, aperture, iso, exposure compensation, spot v matrix metering, bright light, shadows and wind and movement. The group are lapping it all up and producing some awesome images as we now commence the second half of the workshop out in the bush. We’re now enjoying the pleasures of the Hunter Valley vineyards as we continue our quest to find elusive species and have some fun and learning along the way. As we were leaving Newcastle and heading west we called into the Blackbutt Reserve (a must see if you are in the area) an scooted the awesome aviaries and displays. All free to the public I might add. Outside the reserve I was stalking some rosellas along a creek bed when this shot presented. A little tricky having to manually focus through leaves but I love the softness the surrounding bush gave to the early morning light. Nikon D800 Nikkor 400 f/4 VR 1/640s @ f/4 ISO 2500

Popular places to visit

Newcastle featuring a sandy beach

Newcastle Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Newcastle Beach
Merewether Beach featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and a coastal town

Merewether Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Merewether? Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

Merewether Beach
Sunset from the bluff #beachbound

Blacksmiths Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Blacksmiths Beach during your travels in Belmont? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.

Blacksmiths Beach
A great little park right near the Newcastle train station. Perfect little place to take the kids and have a family picnic. Lots of open spaces and plenty of birds to watch. Such a lovely spot to enjoy in the day. Please head over to my blog to read more about a day trip to Stockton.

Foreshore Park

Foreshore Park is just one of the places to see in Newcastle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its lively bars.

Foreshore Park
Newcastle which includes general coastal views

Newcastle Ocean Baths

Snap photos of the art deco pavilion and two large pools that make up one of the city’s most iconic structures.

Newcastle Ocean Baths
#walkingwithdinosaurs - its an incredible show to see. The dinosaurs are very real looking and the narrator takes you on the journey back into time where you feel you are there.

Newcastle Showground

Catch an event at Newcastle Showground during your trip to Newcastle. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its charming cafes.

Newcastle Showground

Things to do

Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea

Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea

P3,899
per adult
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea
Newcastle: Lake Macquarie Cruise with Lunch

Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake

P2,873
per adult
Lake Macquarie: Cruise with Lunch on the Lake
Newcastle Harbour Dinner Cruise with Buffet and Live Music

Newcastle Harbour Dinner Cruise with Buffet and Live Music

P4,310
per adult
Newcastle Harbour Dinner Cruise with Buffet and Live Music
Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting

Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting

P4,310
per adult
Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour

P1,396
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
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Maitland's True Crime Tour

P1,396
per adult
Maitland's True Crime Tour
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Top hotels in New Lambton

The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW
The price is P6,610 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
P6,610
P7,271 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Excellent room rate

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

The Executive Inn
General Roberts Hotel

General Roberts Hotel

2.5 out of 5
258 Lambton Road New Lambton NSW
The price is P3,707 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P3,707
P4,077 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a bar/lounge. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
General Roberts Hotel
Chapel Heights Apartments

Chapel Heights Apartments

3.5 out of 5
10 Grinsell St New Lambton NSW
Stay at this apartment in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Westfield Kotara are located ...
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Chapel Heights Apartments
The Duke of Wellington Hotel

The Duke of Wellington Hotel

2.5 out of 5
69 Regent Street New Lambton NSW
The price is P4,118 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P4,118
P4,530 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, housekeeping, and climate control. Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and Newcastle International Hockey Centre ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (80 reviews)
Room was clean, bed good, pillows a little hard but some people like that. Shared bathroom was very clean. Staff were friendly, good entertainment downstairs on the night. All in all a good , good value stay. Recommend.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

The Duke of Wellington Hotel
Honeysuckle Executive Apartments

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments

4 out of 5
Corner of Wright Lane and Newcastle NSW
The price is P5,986 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P5,986
P5,986 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Newcastle Beach and ...
7.6/10 Good! (878 reviews)
It was very nice, clean

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,490 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
P6,490
P7,139 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (633 reviews)
Super clean, modern, kind staff. Great location

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Little National Hotel Newcastle
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Other neighbourhoods around New Lambton

Landscape of Newcastle city taken at twilight. View from Stockton beach.

Broadmeadow

Visitors to Broadmeadow enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle Showground is worth a stop.

Broadmeadow
Newcastle Quayside, Tyne Bridge

Hamilton

Visitors to Hamilton enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Newcastle supa putt golf is worth a stop.

Hamilton
Newcastle NSW Australia - Aerial view. Australia's second oldest city is the largest regional city in the country

Mayfield

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Mayfield and you might want to plan a stop by Newcastle International Sports Centre and Newcastle Showground while you're in the area.

Mayfield
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Charlestown

Shopping, restaurants, and spas are some highlights of Charlestown. Make a stop by Charlestown Square or Twin Creeks Reserve while you're exploring.

Charlestown
Merewether Ocean Baths featuring a pool

Merewether

Unique features of Merewether include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Merewether Beach or Merewether Ocean Baths while you're exploring the area.

Merewether
Newcastle cathedral west

Newcastle West

Check out the restaurants, shopping, and waterfront views while spending some time in Newcastle West. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Newcastle Civic Theater or Newcastle City Hall.

Newcastle West

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