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
PM's Department Faces Burnout Crisis, Told to Recruit Beyond Canberra
An independent review reveals high burnout and turnover in the PM's department, urging it to recruit outside the Canberra bubble to fix critical gaps. Read the full findings.
Sports
NBL Next Stars Boss Confident Australia Can Still Lure NBA Prospects
NBL Next Stars boss Liam Santamaria says top prospects will continue choosing Australia over US college, despite new NCAA payment rules. Discover why the pathway remains competitive.
Business
Man in Custody, Another Hospitalised After Alleged Knife Assault in Carrington
A major police response followed a reported knife assault on Young Street, Carrington. One man is in custody, another was treated for a laceration and taken to John Hunter Hospital.
Entertainment
Education
ACT childcare documents reveal abuse, neglect, lead paint
Thousands of documents expose a pattern of abuse, negligence and safety failures in ACT childcare centres. Education Minister Yvette Berry promises legislative reform, including changes to staff-to-child ratios.
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.