# Beaumont Street CCTV installation project

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/beaumont-street-cctv-installation-project
> Updated: 2026-09-24T22:55:33.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

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.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-24: 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.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-south-wales-government-funds-beaumont-street-cctv-trial

### 2026-09-22: 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/beaumont-street-cctv-project-stalled-by-funding-dispute

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