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Christmas Countdown Local 2022 #3/25 - Wheeler Place




Christmas Countdown 3/25 

Right in the centre of the CBD in Newcastle NSW stands a towering Christmas Tree...  Newcastle's Wheeler Place  ( Civic Theatre, Hunter Street) will play host to festive fun as the  City Civic precinct comes to life with an 11-metre-high Christmas tree and family-friendly activities.

The tree’s lights were switched on  a few days ago by Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes with the help of Santa and his elves, signalling the start of festivities for families to enjoy in the lead-up to Christmas.

 I visited the Christmas tree last Wednesday and while there were very few people around during the day, it still looked magnificent  against the backdrop of the iconic round building of the Crystalbrook Kingsley, a five star hotel which was formerly the City Council Administration offices. 




 Cr Nelmes said the City’s signature Christmas tree and free program of activities will help activate Wheeler Place and draw people into the city centre this Christmas.

"We hope that the sight of our Christmas tree and the free, fun activities will help spread joy amongst friends and families, while also encouraging visitors to support our city centre's local businesses,” Cr Nelmes said.

"There is no better time than the lead-up to Christmas to shop locally, enjoy a night out at one of our city’s local bars or restaurants and show your support for Newcastle businesses, both in the city centre and surrounds." 

from Latest News City of Newcastle 



On Sunday 4 December before the Christmas festivities take place, thousands of passionate football fans are expected to descend on Wheeler Place  to watch live the Socceroos take on the might of Lionel Messi and his Argentinian teammates in a World Cup sudden death match in Qatar.

City of Newcastle will host an open-air broadcast of the World Cup thriller, offering Novocastrians a chance to cheer on the Australians in their round of 16 clash with the footballing heavyweights. The live site will bring all the action of the World Cup to Newcastle, offering a family-friendly way for locals to enjoy the atmosphere and cheer on their football heroes from home.

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