Breadcrumb Home Pop up at The Station The Station Newcastle's most unique pop-up destination at the revitalised former city railway station. The 'Great Place' Winner 2021 - Planning Institute of Australia, Awards for Planning Excellence in NSW. Station Events - Follow on Facebook for updates Piazza, shopping and events Shopping and gallery spaces Home to creative workshop spaces and great shopping - including jewellery, clothing, books, gifts homewares and art. Pop-up events The Station host's a mix of market days, creative workshops, fitness, music and foodie events. Follow on Facebook A playful community space A fun play space with a kids corner, scooter track, hopscotch, a HUGE frog and snake - and lots of open space to play! Picnic on the Piazza Sheltered tables, seating and adjoining lawns make The Station a great place for a picnic - with plenty of room for outdoor exercise too. Celebrating revitalised heritage A thriving community hub, honoring the heritage of the former railway precinct. A play space for everyone The huge community piazza has plenty of space to scoot and play Play in the kids corner, cool off on the misting tracks, and scoot and skate on the outdoor platform. A unique meeting place An interpretive tribute to local First People's relationship with the land and harbour The 'fire pit' glows red after dark, surrounded by boomerang seating reflecting tide lines, aquatic food sources and land animals. All aboard 'The Flyer' Interactive installation honoring the iconic Newcastle Flyer express steam train The public artwork includes lighting, interactive sounds and train-style seating as a tribute to the special service The Flyer provided for the people of the region from from 1929 until 1970. Scavenger hunts Explore The Station and nearby Museum Park on a self-guided scavenger hunt! The hunts encourage exploration and play, revealing hidden gems about the unique history of the former railway station's by uncovering clues and solving mystery phrases. The hunts are free and accessible open-air activities that will keep the kids (and grown-ups) entertained. Download the maps below, or pop in to The Station's shops, or Museum Park Visitor Information Centre for a printed copy. The Station map Museum Park map Location Location Corner of Scott and Watt Streets (and via Wharf Road) Newcastle East NSW 2300 Phone (02) 4927 3235 Websitenewcastlestation.com.au Google Map Transport and parking Getting to The Station is easy with the Light Rail, Ferry and a variety of CBD parking options nearby. Visit the destination website for maps and details. Getting to The Station Event spaces & bookings The Station has a huge open-air piazza, and an indoor studio space for pop-up events. For event information, brochures and maps visit the destination website. Event enquiries: Sally Leacy The Station's Event Coordinator(02) 4927 3235[email protected] Hold an event Social Media New events and activities are popping up all the time. Follow The Station on socials to stay up to date on what's happening! Facebook Instagram Award-winning revitalisation HCCDC's transformation of The Station from a retired railway precinct into a thriving community hub had been delivered as part of NSW Government's Revitalising Newcastle program. Visit The Station's project page to learn more about the revitalisation works completed - including heritage preservation, site enhancements, landscaping and public domain creation. The Station's project page Destination website