Newcastle

Newcastle was traditionally occupied by the Awabakal and Worimi Aboriginal people, who called the area Malubimba.

The first consignment of convicts to Newcastle included Irish rebels from the 1804 Castle Hill convict rebellion.

Newcastle is often quoted as being the seventh-largest city in Australia, but this is misleading as the area extends beyond the City of Newcastle.

Newcastle has one of the oldest theatre districts in Australia, with the Victoria Theatre being the oldest purpose-built theatre in the country.

The Newcastle Jazz Festival, which attracts performers from all over Australia, was first held in September 1988.