HISTORICAL FACTS: New annual - Caught on Camera

'Circus with fangs': last chance to catch a New Annual show

The 10-day program ends this weekend.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 30

SOAK at the baths, punk at the museum: Newcastle, are you ready to rock?

The soundtrack to New Annual 2026 tells a story about a city and its people.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 19

In BLOOM: giant 'garden' art installation a festival first for New Annual

The Newcastle Herald was given early access to the new 3D exhibition bringing colour, creativity and curious characters to Charlestown Square.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 10

Sami Zakhil finds peace: 'We don't want another Afghanistan in Newcastle'

Sami Zakhil raises his voice at New Annual for the love of the country that forced him to flee.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 25, 2024

Ready to raise the curtain on festival of art, culture and creativity

Locals are invited to become part of the performance.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 25, 2024

Mitch Tambo visits Hunter schools on last leg of tour before New Annual

'You can't beat their energy ... it's pure and authentic.'

Newcastle Herald · Sep 19, 2024

Giant swing in Wheeler Place for return of New Annual festival

The free, wheelchair-accessible swing is 9 metres.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 13, 2024

'Bittersweet move' as New Annual curator transitions into new role

'It's really exciting, but bittersweet as well.'

Newcastle Herald · Jul 8, 2024

Newcastle festival director to 'transition' away from New Annual to Redfern

Adrian Burnett to oversee his last New Annual festival in 2024

Newcastle Herald · Jul 7, 2024

Creative groups receive funding to feast the senses at New Annual festival

City of Newcastle awarded $94,500 to the recipients.

Newcastle Herald · Apr 13, 2024