New Lambton NSW 2305 (Pop over 10 000)

New Lambton is a busy inner Newcastle suburb situated 7 km west of CBD. This former coal mining town covers an area of more than 5 sq km and has two main shopping streets, two schools & three hotels. One of the area’s main attractions is Blackbutt Reserve with 180 ha of bushland, recreation facilities, a flying fox colony & wildlife sanctuary.

Visitor Information Centre:  363 Hunter St, Newcastle. Tel (02) 4974 2999 or 1800 654 558.

Airport:
Newcastle Airport (NTL) – Williamtown RAAF Base, off Nelson Bay Rd. Tel (02) 4928 9800.  (25 km n-e).

Hospital:
John Hunter Hospital, Lookout Rd, New Lambton Heights. Tel (02) 4921 3000.