Newcastle's One Song Sing draws crowd for festive mash-up
Hundreds of Novocastrians gathered at Wheeler Place for a joyful community choir event, blending a modern Billie Eilish hit with a classic Wham! Christmas song. Join the festive spirit!
Hundreds of Novocastrians gathered at Wheeler Place for a joyful community choir event, blending a modern Billie Eilish hit with a classic Wham! Christmas song. Join the festive spirit!
Readers share powerful tributes and perspectives on climate action, the Bondi tragedy, and societal divisions. Explore the community's voice in the Newcastle Herald.
How Newcastle's community is responding with grief and solidarity following the deadly anti-Semitic attack at Bondi Beach. Insights from local leaders and interfaith support.
The floral tributes for the Bondi terror attack victims are being preserved. A local artist will create an installation, while cards go to the Jewish museum. Thousands gathered nationwide to remember.
Newcastle's vibrant theatre community celebrated a record-breaking 47th CONDA Awards, with Opera Hunter's 'Sweeney Todd' and local talents taking top honours. Discover all the winners.
Local favourites Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will open Sunnyboy Park at Foreshore Park in January, offering family-friendly food and coffee. The new kiosk and accessible amenities mark a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Newcastle's nationally significant maritime heritage collection is homeless as its lease expires in March 2026. Councillors clash over accountability and solutions for the 8,500-item cache.
Chaya Dadon, 14, risked her life to protect two children during the Bondi massacre. Shot in the leg, she shares her harrowing story of survival and faith. Read her incredible act of courage.
Local operators Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will launch Sunnyboys Park at Newcastle's Foreshore Park in late January, offering family-friendly fare. The opening marks a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
The City of Canning invites residents to a free New Year's Day concert and fireworks display at Shelley Foreshore on January 1, 2026. Enjoy live music, family activities and a stunning finale over the Canning River. Plan your visit now.
Young people in Perth are invited to a free summer holiday event at East Fremantle Community Park on January 10. Enjoy skate coaching, live music, creative workshops and a free sausage sizzle. Book now!
Hundreds gathered at Newcastle synagogue for a menorah lighting vigil following Australia's worst mass shooting in decades. The community's message: 'We will not hide.'
Over 240 vulnerable and homeless people in Newcastle enjoyed a festive Christmas lunch hosted by Soul Hub at NEX, supported by 60 volunteers and local partners. Read about the community spirit.
Newcastle's 8500-item maritime heritage collection is at risk with no storage solution secured just months before its council-funded lease expires in March 2026. Read the latest.
Newcastle's 48th Bikers for Kids Toy Run saw a record turnout of 14,000 motorbikes, raising $20k and donating 5000+ gifts for the Salvos' Christmas Appeal. See the festive Aussie scenes.
Work is now underway on The Merewether, a luxury over-55s community at Newcastle's golf club. Over half the $100M+ apartments are sold, with residents moving in within 18 months. Discover more.
Fremantle Chamber Orchestra and Rotary Attadale's festive concert on Dec 7 raises funds for homeless agencies. Featuring soloists Niamh Dell and John Keene. Tickets available.
The City of Stirling's Civic Centre forecourt is now a Christmas wonderland with lights, a giant tree & student art. See it nightly until Dec 28. A perfect festive outing!
A new free night market launches this Friday at Macedonia Park in Balcatta. Enjoy food trucks, artisan stalls, and live music every fortnight. Discover the community's latest summer hub.
A 16-year-old Newcastle student with a life-limiting condition traded the school bus for a horse, fulfilling a dream ride through the CBD. Read this heartwarming local story.
Newcastle Council approves changes to an eight-storey Hall Street development, swapping one-bedroom units for three-bedroom apartments in response to market demand. Read the full details.
Eight friends from Townsville have turned a simple fishing trip into a massive charity fundraiser, generating over $1.5 million for local causes. Discover how their annual 'Boys Day' event keeps on giving back to the community.
A record fleet of 74 luxury Riviera yachts, worth over $50 million, will transform Perth's Matilda Bay this Friday for the annual Raft Up, WA's largest event of its kind. Join the spectacle.
Liberal councillors call for a ban on Rising Tide using public land after a weekend of protests in Newcastle Harbour led to over 140 arrests and significant economic disruption. Read the full story.
The 2025 Fashion Awards in London delivered unforgettable moments, from Lisa Rinna's shocking makeover to pregnancy reveals from Sienna Miller and Ellie Goulding. Get all the standout details from the blue carpet event.
Australian icons Kylie Minogue and Cate Blanchett dazzled at The Fashion Awards 2025 in London, a major fundraiser for British fashion. See all the stars and winners.
Perth's record-breaking start to summer saw influencers and revellers cool off at the exclusive Sun Sets event at Crown Towers Pool, featuring live DJs and champagne. Get the full social scoop.
Prince William paid a heartfelt video tribute to Steve Irwin at the Brisbane gala, celebrating the Crocodile Hunter's conservation legacy and praising Robert Irwin's work.
Newcastle's harbour ferry service is suspended due to unplanned maintenance, with replacement buses running. Commuters face significant travel delays. Read more.
World-famous Spartan Race brought intense obstacle course action to Wollongong. See if you're featured in our gallery of 40+ photos from the epic fitness event at WIN Stadium.