Newcastle Community
Connecting Australian Agriculture with Customers and Communities
We are proud to be part of the Newcastle community and are committed to operating safely, responsibly and sustainably while supporting the people and communities around us.
Located on Kooragang Island, our integrated crush plant, oil refinery and terminal play an important role in connecting Australian oilseed growers with food and feed customers across Australia and around the world.
Our people are at the heart of our Newcastle operations. From operations and engineering to maintenance, logistics and terminal activities, our team brings together the skills and expertise needed to operate the facility safely and efficiently, and in an environmentally friendly manner.
We employ approximately 43 people, with most of our employees living in the Newcastle region. Through our operations, community partnerships and local investment, we contribute to Newcastle's economy and Australia's broader agricultural and food supply chains
Upcoming- Road closure from Friday 30th October on Cormorant Road
Our Newcastle Facility
Our Newcastle facility brings together oilseed crushing, oil refining, packaging, storage and terminal capabilities.
The facility processes locally grown canola and cottonseed, producing vegetable oils for the food sector and protein-rich meal for the feed sector. The refinery is integrated with our multi-seed crush facility, enabling efficient processing from seed to finished product.
What We Do
- Oilseed Crushing- Processing canola and cottonseed to produce vegetable oils and protein-rich meal.
- Oil Refining- Refining vegetable oils for use by customers across the food industry.
- Storage and Logistics- Providing storage, handling and terminal capabilities that connect Australian agricultural products with domestic and international markets.
- Packaging- Packaging refined oils and other products to meet customer needs.
Our History
Cargill has been part of Australia's agriculture and food industries since 1967 and has continued to invest in the country's agricultural supply chains.
We have been part of the Newcastle agricultural community since 1997.
Since commencing operations in Newcastle, the facility has continued to evolve to meet the changing needs of farmers, customers and markets.
In 2023, Cargill announced a significant investment in its Australian oilseed crush network, including upgrades at Newcastle. These investments are helping to increase crush capacity, expand cottonseed processing and improve transport and grower delivery capabilities.
Supporting Farmers, Customers and Communities
Newcastle is an important link between Australian farmers and the customers who rely on agricultural products every day.
We source oilseeds from Australian growers, process them at our Newcastle facility and connect them with customers across food, feed and other industries in Australia and around the world.
Food
Canola and cottonseed oils produced at Newcastle are key ingredients used throughout Australia's food manufacturing sector.
Customers
We supply products to customers across Australia, supporting major food manufacturers, feed producers and household brands.
Sustainability and Environment
At Newcastle, we are taking practical steps to reduce the environmental footprint of our operations and support a more resilient food and agriculture supply chain.
Project Sol
In 2026, Cargill launched Project Sol, a 2.58 MW onsite solar array at the Newcastle crush plant. It is Cargill's first large-scale renewable energy project in Australia and helps power the facility with renewable electricity generated onsite.
The solar array is forecast to generate more than 4,200 MWh of renewable electricity each year and reduce Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 2,700 tonnes of CO₂ annually.
In addition to reducing emissions, Project Sol strengthens energy resilience through onsite generation and supports Cargill's commitment to advancing sustainability across its operations.
Community
Cargill's commitment to supporting local communities is helping make Stockton Beach safer for residents, visitors and volunteers.
Through the Cargill Cares program, Cargill contributed $22,243 towards the purchase of a new all-terrain vehicle (ATV) for Stockton Surf Life Saving Club. The vehicle plays a critical role in supporting lifesaving operations, enabling volunteers to transport personnel and equipment across Stockton Beach and respond more effectively to emergencies.
Building strong relationships with our neighbours and local organisations is an important part of how we operate.
We support the Newcastle community through local partnerships and sponsorships, including our sponsorship of the Stockton Surf Life Saving Club. Our approach focuses on creating lasting local impact and supporting the communities where our employees live and work.
Contact Us
Newcastle Facility
Cargill Australia
51 Raven Street
Kooragang Island NSW 2304
Phone: 02 4920 0100
After-Hours Emergency and Community Hotline: 1800 192 922