Lifestyle
Darkes Forest Farmer's Brave Fight Against Aggressive Brain Cancer
Glenn Fahey, the heart of Glenbernie Orchard, fights stage four glioblastoma. His family and community rally with a GoFundMe and ask for support by visiting the beloved orchard.
Politics
Greater Newcastle Council: A Unified Voice for the Hunter's Future
Columnist Bradley Perrett argues for a new Greater Newcastle Council to unify planning and amplify the Hunter's voice to the state government. Discover why cross-LGA cooperation is crucial.
Sports
Belle Brockhoff Retires Before 4th Olympics After Spine Injury
Australian snowboard cross legend Belle Brockhoff ends her career, retiring three weeks before the Winter Olympics following a serious spinal fracture. Read her emotional farewell.
Business
Century-Old Woonona Bank Transforms into Unique Restaurant & Apartment Gem
A rare mixed-use property at 359 Princes Highway, Woonona, combines a heritage-listed restaurant in a former bank vault with a premium three-bedroom apartment. Auction scheduled. Explore this unique investment or owner-occupier opportunity.
Entertainment
Education
Newcastle Uni Medical Degree Among Most In-Demand
The joint medical degree from the University of Newcastle and UNE jumps to 4th most popular course for 2026. Discover why this regional program is attracting hundreds of aspiring doctors.
Text messages expose $47k meth supply deal in Wollongong
A 51-year-old woman faces court after pleading guilty to orchestrating a large-scale methylamphetamine supply operation worth $47,500, uncovered through extensive text message evidence. Read the full court details.
Man charged over Raymond Terrace armed robberies
A 25-year-old man faces court after two alleged armed robberies on William Street, Raymond Terrace, where an employee was assaulted with a metal pole. Police continue investigations.
Anti-bikie police arrest man, seize meth on stolen bike
A 49-year-old man faces court after Raptor Squad officers intercepted an allegedly stolen motorbike in Cessnock, seizing methamphetamine. Read the full details of the police operation.
New Two-Storey Childcare Centre Proposed for Merriwa
A new two-storey childcare centre is planned for Merriwa, WA, to address the critical shortage of early learning places. The proposal includes 11 rooms for 189 children. Read about the development plans and community impact.