"KwaZulu Natal Weather | Newcastle"
Located in the north-west of KwaZulu-Natal and situated on the Ncandu River, the town of Newcastle offers an interesting mixture of commercial and leisure pursuits. Moderately industrial, the town serves local farmers as well as workers of Karbochem, Mittal Steel South Africa (previously ISPAT/ISCOR), the textile and service industry. There is also considerable coal mining in the area. The surrounding countryside offers superb opportunities for outdoor adventures like hiking, 4x4 trails, mountain biking and fishing. The area also boasts a modern indoor gym complex, public swimming pools, two golf courses, bowling clubs and several scuba diving clubs.