Beaumont Street CCTV installation project

Overview

Plans to install CCTV on Beaumont Street in Hamilton, Newcastle, were initially stalled due to a funding dispute. Local officials had expressed frustration over unsuccessful grant applications despite reports of violence and antisocial behaviour, including the November 2024 death of James Callahan.

Following these disputes, the New South Wales government committed $230,000 to fund a three-year CCTV trial. The City of Newcastle will manage the installation, which aims to provide police with tools to address crime and improve community safety in the precinct.

Entities

Beaumont Street · City of Newcastle · Hamilton · James Callahan · Jenny Barrie

Timeline

1 day ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
New South Wales government funds Beaumont Street CCTV trial
The state government will fund a $230,000, three-year CCTV trial on Beaumont Street in Hamilton to combat crime and antisocial behaviour following local safety concerns.
4 days ago

[CRIME] 2 sources
Beaumont Street CCTV project stalled by funding dispute
Funding disputes between local officials have stalled CCTV installation on Beaumont Street in Newcastle following incidents of violence and antisocial behaviour.

Sources

dungogchronicle.com.au · gloucesteradvocate.com.au · lakesmail.com.au