Standing & Strategic Advisory Committees provide advice and guidance on the development of strategies, and identification of challenges and opportunities for City of Newcastle (CN).
CN are currently seeking expressions of interest for our eight advisory committees. These provide an opportunity to have a direct impact on local issues, policies and initiatives that make a difference in the community whilst expanding your network, learning about governance and provide advocacy for areas you have lived or professional experience in.
CN Committee positions are voluntary and operate for the term of Council (4 years). Expressions of Interest for joining our standing & strategic advisory committees are open until 24 January 2025; expand the information below to find out more about each of the committees, read the terms of reference and selection criteria.
Provides advice and guidance in the application of planning instruments that prioritise access, social inclusion and overcoming discriminatory impediments to promote a highly accessible, inclusive and welcoming community that respects independence and human dignity.
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CN welcomes applicants with lived experience of disability who also identify as belonging to other diverse groups and communities
Any questions about applications for the Access Inclusion Advisory Committee and requests for information in alternative formats can be directed to pjukes@ncc.nsw.gov.au or call/text 0417 451 322.
Applicants can submit their EOI via alternative formats to written. Verbal and visual recorded statements will also be accepted via electronic format to support applications if that is the preferred method of communication of the applicant.
Click the 'EOI form' below to complete your application ensuring that you address the relevant selection criteria.
Provides strategic advice and guidance with relation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues and gives life to Council's commitment to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of City of Newcastle.
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Gives young people aged 15 to 25 a platform to provide strategic advice, raise awareness of youth issues, and develop leadership skills through activities and events, while promoting youth participation in local community matters.
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Provides advice and guidance on public art, commissioning, ensuring high standards of artistic excellence, local identity, sustainability, and maintenance, while advocating for the city's public art and recommending improvements to related policies and procedures.
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Provides advice and guidance on the development of strategies, and identification of challenges and opportunities, in relation to cultural planning and heritage, arts and cultural opportunities, sporting and recreational opportunities, community pride and local identity including local history, and community involvement which encourages a sense of belonging within the local government area (LGA).
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Provides advice and guidance on the development of strategies, and identification of challenges and opportunities, in relation to built and natural facilities and systems within the LGA, including coastal revitalisation programs, environmental matters, transport, traffic and parking, cycleways delivery and floodplain management.
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Provides advice and guidance on the development of strategies, and identification of challenges and opportunities, in relation to urban planning, heritage, safety, affordable housing and healthy and connected urban systems within the LGA.
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Provides advice and guidance on the development of strategies, and identification of challenges and opportunities, in relation to activation of Newcastle as a destination leading in innovative technologies, smart infrastructure, high value investment, major events and tourism.
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