Canberra welcomed 2026 with its largest-ever New Year's Eve fireworks over Lake Burley Griffin. The $154,000 spectacle drew big crowds and marked the second year of a three-year contract. Read more about the dazzling show.
A key bridge on the Fernleigh Track near Whitebridge has been closed after vandals set it alight, marking the latest in a spate of destructive acts across Lake Macquarie. A detour is in place.
Lake Macquarie City Council navigated a pivotal 2025, marked by a CEO departure, a united front on housing, and emerging political shifts. Read our full review of the year's key events.
Canberra prepares for its biggest NYE fireworks over Lake Burley Griffin. Hotels with lake views are fully booked as a new $462k contract is signed. Free public transport and road closures announced.
NSW Police launch one of their largest annual operations to ensure safety at Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and Port Stephens New Year's Eve events. Plan your travel and stay safe.
As Newcastle reviews its public toilets, locals highlight the lack of soap and inadequate facilities for the ageing and disabled. Read why these basic amenities are a public health necessity.
An 18-year-old is recovering after a tow rope snapped on a lake south of Perth, causing serious injuries. He remains positive despite the ordeal.
Canberrans heading to NYE fireworks face a wet, stormy day with a high of 34C, but the Bureau of Meteorology forecasts clear skies for the midnight countdown. Plan your celebrations with our detailed weather guide.
A 16-year-old from Fassifern has landed a colossal 55cm bream on Christmas Day, believed to be one of the biggest ever caught in Lake Macquarie. Read the full story of this remarkable catch.
A $1 million Lotto prize from a ticket bought at Cameron Park Newsagency is still unclaimed. Meanwhile, a Wyong man wins nearly $1 million. Check your tickets now!
A small fire at The Shed Cafe in Watagan Park Central, Cooranbong, led to a temporary evacuation and closure on Sunday afternoon. Emergency services responded quickly, with no injuries reported.
Speers Point couple Tim Binns and Frances Beaumont forced to retire their yacht Titoki from the Sydney to Hobart due to multiple defects and a battery fire. Read their story and see how other local boats are faring.
Lake Macquarie City Council awards Daracon Group the contract to expand the Awaba Waste Management Facility, adding over a decade of capacity for 220,000 residents. Construction starts 2026.
Prominent WA Labor figure Tim Picton is fighting for life after an alleged assault in Northbridge. A 26-year-old man has been charged. Read the latest on this shocking incident.
Discover Montreux, the serene Swiss lakeside town that became a legendary musical hub for Queen's Freddie Mercury and the iconic Montreux Jazz Festival. Plan your visit.
A teenage boy is in a serious condition after being injured by a sea biscuit at Lake Kepwari. Emergency services performed a complex rescue. Read the latest details.
A man is fighting for life after being struck while outside his vehicle on Brisbane's Logan Motorway. Police are investigating and appealing for dashcam footage.
Thieves stole life-size Lego figures of Mary and Baby Jesus from a Nelson Bay church's nativity display on Christmas Day, disappointing the local community. The figures were later partially returned.
An 18-year-old Canberra man faces court accused of performing Nazi salutes at shopping centres and defacing ANU buildings with neo-Nazi stickers. Police warn of radicalisation signs.
Forrestania Resources has declared its takeover offer for Kula Gold unconditional, clearing the path to create a consolidated gold explorer targeting production in 2026.
Delta Electricity faces a $1 million fine after a court found it guilty of causing a 2022 fish kill at Mannering Park. The ruling follows a major EPA prosecution.
Infini Resources confirms a fertile uranium system with high-grade surface mineralisation at its Reitenbach Lake project near Saskatchewan's Athabasca Basin. Read about the discovery and its market implications.
A quick-thinking parent and corrections officer tackled a pitch invader who knocked down an umpire during a junior cricket match in Port Macquarie. Read the full story of the dramatic incident.
Newcastle Herald readers share views on Bondi tragedy heroes, inclusive toilets, climate action, and local parking woes. Read diverse community opinions.
Professional storyteller Jo Henwood captivates audiences at West Wallsend Cemetery, unearthing 130 years of local history. Plus, a national treasure status for Newcastle's maritime collection.
For the first time, endangered Little Terns have nested on Blacksmiths beach near Newcastle. Conservationists hail the milestone and urge beachgoers to protect the fragile site.
A new coastal walkway masterplan is being developed to connect Lake Macquarie and the Central Coast, promising a boost for recreation and tourism. Discover the proposed route and timeline.
Lake Macquarie's historic Awaba House, gutted by fire in 2019, is set to reopen in mid-2026 as a premier dining destination under The Catering Group, promising local food and community focus.
Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja calls for unity after a Brisbane mosque is vandalised with white supremacist symbols. The veteran batter also fights for his Test career in Adelaide.
The City of Wanneroo has abandoned its controversial $21.2 million Scenic Park sports hub proposal following strong community opposition. Read about the council's decision and future plans.