Motorcyclist, 71, dies in crash on Pacific Hwy near Taree
A 71-year-old rider has died after being thrown from a motorbike on the Pacific Highway at Rainbow Flat. Police are investigating the single-vehicle incident.
A 71-year-old rider has died after being thrown from a motorbike on the Pacific Highway at Rainbow Flat. Police are investigating the single-vehicle incident.
A man has been flown to hospital following a serious collision between a car and a minibus in the Hunter Region. Follow live updates on the crash and road conditions.
At least 16 people have died after a bus overturned on a Java toll road. The vehicle was travelling from Jakarta to Yogyakarta. Get the latest details on this tragic accident.
A driver has died after a collision with a milk truck on the South Gippsland Highway near Lang Lang. The truck driver was hospitalised. Major road closures are in place.
A cyclist has died following a serious collision with a truck on the Pacific Highway at Bulahdelah. The southbound lanes remain closed as police investigate. Read the latest traffic updates.
A car has crashed into the Royal Hotel in Capertee, NSW, injuring seven patrons. Two seriously injured were airlifted. The driver, 30, has been charged.
A 13-year-old girl is in a serious condition after a Toyota Hilux rollover on the Brand Highway near Bookara. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest details.
An urgent search is underway for Barry, 78, missing from Cliftleigh. Follow live updates and learn how you can help. The community is urged to report any sightings.
The NSW government's draft planning framework proposes merging the Hunter and Central Coast into a single region. The Property Council calls for a clear metropolitan strategy to unlock housing and jobs.
Police and community are searching for Andrew Leggett, 56, missing from Belmont. Follow live updates on the Newcastle Herald blog for breaking news across the Hunter.
Meet Zeus, the seven-month-old black Labrador from the Hunter region being raised to become a seeing eye dog for Vision Australia. Discover how volunteer carers are shaping his future.
A major crash involving a truck has closed the Bruce Highway at Rollingstone, north of Townsville, causing significant delays. Emergency services are on scene.
Two Hunter region footballers, Alex Neyland and Molly Thomas, have been selected by the Sydney Swans in the 2025 AFLW draft. Discover their journey from junior clubs to the elite level.
A Cardiff mum reveals how she saves $260 on Christmas groceries using loyalty points. Plus, a local startup network wins a national award and a new luxury golf course is on the way for the Hunter.
A hazardous surf warning is in place for Newcastle as cloudy weather sets in. Stay updated with live news, traffic, and weather from the Hunter Region.
A multi-vehicle crash involving a truck and cars caused morning chaos on a major Townsville road. Emergency services responded to the scene on Woolcock Street. Read the latest details.
Firefighters are gaining control of a bushfire at Redhead overnight. Key roads have reopened. Stay with the Newcastle Herald for live updates on the situation.
Five teenagers aged 14 to 18 are in hospital after a serious single-vehicle rollover on a vacant block in Flagstone, south of Brisbane. Police are investigating.
A man has died and two others are injured after a serious car crash on a school road in Corio. Police are investigating the incident and urge witnesses to come forward.
Two truck drivers are in a serious condition after a crash on the New England Highway near Singleton. Police are investigating and appealing for dash-cam footage.
Plans for twin 'Rock' service stations north of Newcastle gain momentum, set to create 100 jobs and revive a site with deep Australian road trip history. Construction approval expected soon.
Fresh allegations of indecent assault and harassment against ousted Newcastle real estate figure Anthony Di Nardo span three decades, with more than 20 women now speaking out. Read the full investigation.
A major bushfire near Bulahdelah has burned through 1400 hectares, closing the Pacific Highway. 70 firefighters are battling the blaze as conditions are expected to worsen. Residents urged to monitor warnings.
The Hunter region is shrouded in smoke from a bushfire near Bulahdelah, causing disruptions on the M1 Pacific Highway. Follow live updates on the situation, traffic, and other local news.
A woman was hospitalised after a motorcycle accident in Nelly Bay on Magnetic Island. Emergency services responded to the scene on Tuesday afternoon.
A 40-year-old woman was hit by a car at a pedestrian crossing on Union Street, Cooks Hill. She was treated for an arm injury and taken to John Hunter Hospital.
The Meow Meow Hotel in Cardiff opens next Monday, offering stress-free boarding for up to 30 cats. Read how owners overcame council hurdles for this premium facility.
Jetstar's inaugural direct flight from Newcastle to Hobart has launched, creating a new tourism corridor. The seasonal service offers over 22,000 seats, saving travellers time and money.
Parking revenue at Hunter New England health facilities jumped to over $6 million last financial year. The NSW Opposition criticises the increase as a 'cash grab' on patients and staff.
A 55-year-old woman has died after her car left the road and struck a tree on Whettem Road in Waroona. Major Crash investigators are appealing for witnesses.