New Lambton NSW 2305 (Pop over 10 000)
New Lambton is a busy inner Newcastle suburb 7 km west of CBD. This former coal mining town which covers more than 5 sq km, has two main shopping streets, two schools & three hotels. One of the area's main attractions is Blackbutt Reserve with over 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.