GAME CENTRE
Time is running out to have your say!
There’s just 1 week left to make a positive submission for the Hunter Indoor Sports Centre (HISC) – a vital new facility for Newcastle and the Hunter region. Submissions will now close on Thursday 18th September.
How to Make a Submission
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Visit: Planning Portal – HISC
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Click “Make a submission”
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Login or create an account
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Select “I am making a personal submission”
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Share your support!
What’s the Project About?
The proposed HISC will be a 12-court, multi-sport indoor facility, including:
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Show court
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Courts for basketball, netball, futsal, pickleball, volleyball & badminton
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Allied health spaces, café, gym, multipurpose rooms
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Accessible change rooms, spectator seating & car parking
It will replace the outdated 55-year-old Newcastle Basketball Stadium and State Government funding is already committed.
Why It Matters
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Boosts local sport and event capacity
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Supports all ages, abilities, and sports
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Brings major health, economic & social benefits
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Future-proofs indoor sport for a growing region
Addressing Community Concerns
The project has already responded to key issues such as traffic, flooding, layout, and parking. Plans have been revised with community feedback in mind.
Your Voice Matters
Your submission helps show strong community backing — and helps get this project over the line. Even a short note of support makes a difference.
Make Your Submission Today
✅ Click here to support the HISC now
Together, we can help deliver a world-class indoor sports facility for our region.
