Raft of aquatic activations endorsed for Lake Macquarie

Surfing events are among the activations endorsed for Lake Macquarie following Council’s approved funding of 21 applications for a total of $75,004 under round one of the Event Funding Program 2025-2026.

Let’s Surf Lake Mac at Redhead Beach and the Youth Surfing National Battle at Caves and Hams Beach were among the headline acts Councillors supported.

The Lake Macquarie Max Adventure Race at Cam’s Wharf, Wangi New Year’s Eve fireworks, Lake Mac Run 2025 and Italian Festival Lago Di Mac were also recommended for funding.

Lake Macquarie Mayor Adam Shultz said backing community events was an important function of local government and noted “Events and festivals play a crucial role in stimulating community spending, leading to increased employment opportunities and economic benefits, as well as contributing to our culture.

“Last financial year, Council’s events funding program supported 51 events, with more than 110,000 people attending and an estimated economic impact of $7.6 million.

“Council is proud to support grassroots events like these that foster community pride and put Lake Macquarie in the spotlight.”