Triple M 102.9 Community Switch

Looking for something happening in your local community? Or have an event, fundraiser or initiative you want to share?

Triple M 102.9 Community Switch is your place to discover what’s happening across Newcastle and the Hunter, while giving local community organisations a chance to spread the word about their events.

If you’re a not-for-profit or community organisation in the Newcastle or Hunter region, head to our Contact Us page here, select Triple M Newcastle 102.9 as your station, and select Community Switch as your Type of Enquiry!

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What’s happening across Newcastle and the Hunter?

28 September – 31 October, 2026

🐠 DISNEY’S FINDING NEMO JR.

Will Marlin and Dory make it to 42 Wallaby Way, Sydney? Find out in Disney and Pixar’s Finding Nemo JR. at Young People’s Theatre in Hamilton!

Entertain the kids these school holidays and follow Marlin as he crosses the ocean to find Nemo, with colourful costumes, catchy songs and plenty of underwater adventure along the way.

14 October, 2026

🙌 HUNTER VOLUNTEER EXPO

Thinking about volunteering? The Hunter Volunteer Centre is hosting a Volunteer Expo where you can connect with local community organisations and discover ways to get involved!

Chat with organisations about their volunteering opportunities and services, ask questions about getting started, and find out how volunteering can help you build new skills, meet people and make a positive difference in your community.

17 October, 2026

🦪 KARUAH OYSTER & TIMBER FESTIVAL

Karuah Oyster & Timber Festival returns to Lionel Morten Oval!

There’ll be professional woodchopping, an oyster eating championship, live music, market stalls and the ever-popular Great Karuah Duck Race. Best of all, entry is free, so bring the family along for a full day of entertainment.

18 October, 2026

🏍️ CESSNOCK POSTIE BIKE GRAND PRIX

The streets of Cessnock are getting loud again, with the Australian Postie Bike Grand Prix racing into town for its 12th year!

Watch more than 70 Postie Bikes battle it out on the Cessnock street circuit, with racing, markets, food stalls and free activities for the kids.

23 – 25 October, 2026

🎨 MAITLAND ARTISTS EXHIBITION

Art lovers can browse around 180 paintings at an upcoming exhibition by the Maitland Regional Society of Artists, with proceeds helping support a local food rescue initiative.

Running from October 23 to 25, the exhibition will raise funds for the Slow Food Hunter Valley movement’s Food Rescue and Kitchen Project, with at least 15% of sales profits going towards the cause.

24 October, 2026

🎉 MAYFIELD DAY

Mayfield Day is back at Dangar Park, bringing the community together for a full day of local food, markets, live music and family-friendly fun!

Browse stalls from local makers and small businesses, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy live performances throughout the day. There’ll also be free kids’ activities, creative workshops and face painting, with plenty of open space to relax and enjoy the atmosphere.

It’s a pet-friendly event, so bring the family and your four-legged friends along!

24 October, 2026

🛍️ Medowie Artisan Markets

Make a day of it at the Medowie Artisan Markets located at the Bull & Bush Hotel in Medowie, with a free, family and pet-friendly community market celebrating local makers and small businesses!

Browse handmade goods and fresh finds, grab a coffee or some street food, and enjoy live music and lawn games. There’s something for everyone, so bring the family and your four-legged friends along.

30 October, 2026

🎃 AAP Community Services Halloween Party

Join AAP Community Services for a Halloween celebration on Friday 30th October in Maitland.

There’ll be games, prizes, tricks and spooks, so come dressed in your best Halloween costume! A BBQ lunch will also be provided.

31 October, 2026

👻 WALLSEND FRIGHTS 2026

Ghosts, witches, pumpkins and zombies are taking over Wallsend Park this Halloween for the return of Wallsend Frights, a free community event packed with spooky fun!

Explore the Haunted House, Weeping Forest and Boneyard, with games, crafts, quests, giant puppets, sideshows and roving performers bringing the Halloween spirit to life. There’s plenty to keep little monsters and brave adventurers entertained!