Cessnock City Council welcomes you to our vibrant region, an area rich in history, culture and community. Cessnock is situated 50km west of Newcastle and 153km north of Sydney, with a population of approximately 53,000 which is anticipated to grow significantly over the coming years. The area is currently undergoing expansion in development and a renewal of existing facilities. The Hunter Valley wine-growing area in the Cessnock LGA is Australia’s oldest wine region and one of the most famous, with around 4,500 acres under vine. The vineyards of Pokolbin, Mount View, Lovedale and Allandale, with their rich volcanic soils managed by entrepreneurial vignerons, are also the focus of a thriving tourism industry that attracts over approximately 2.2 million visitors per annum. Cessnock City Council provides a diverse range of services and facilities for the residents of the LGA as well as visitors to the area. Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.