Newcastle's Tallest Towers on Track for 2026 Finish
Construction is racing ahead on Newcastle's two future tallest buildings, The Store and Dairy Farmers Towers, both set to transform the city's West End skyline by the end of 2026.
Construction is racing ahead on Newcastle's two future tallest buildings, The Store and Dairy Farmers Towers, both set to transform the city's West End skyline by the end of 2026.
A spacious two-bedroom apartment in Newcastle's boutique M on Watt complex hits the market, featuring harbour views, two car spaces, and prime inner-city convenience. Contact agents for inspection.
Two people suffered minor injuries after a sedan crashed into a house on Roe Street, Mayfield. Emergency services responded to the Friday morning incident. Read the latest.
A 22-year-old woman is in custody following an alleged knife attack on a man at a Young Street venue in Carrington. The victim was hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries.
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.
Newcastle locals oppose a four-storey 'elaborate' mansion in Merewether, citing view loss and privacy concerns. Submissions close January 16.
A Newcastle business owner closes her shop after repeated break-in attempts and worsening street conditions. Calls grow for urgent safety measures and support for local traders.
A third man has been charged following a violent brawl and alleged stabbing in a Newcastle West car park. An 18-year-old victim was hospitalised with serious injuries. Read the latest.
An 18-year-old has been granted bail over a violent Marketown car park brawl that left another youth with serious neck injuries. Police allege the incident was a pre-arranged fight caught on CCTV. Read the latest court details.
Geelong West welcomes Siam Alley, a vibrant new Thai restaurant bringing authentic Bangkok street food flavours to Pakington Street. Discover the buzz!
Newcastle Herald readers share views on local food security amid population growth, positive disability access experiences, and global political shifts under Trump. Read the community pulse.
Discover Newcastle and Lake Macquarie's jam-packed school holiday program. From Dungeons & Dragons campaigns to the Model Newcastle Regatta, find fun for all ages. Plan your family adventure now!
The HONK! Oz street music festival's Grand Street Parade filled Wollongong's Crown Street Mall with vibrant performances despite soaring temperatures. The 11th annual free festival celebrates community, music, and social justice.
A landmark 19th-century residence on a 988sqm north-facing block in Newcastle's prestigious The Hill precinct has hit the market, offering harbour views, heritage charm, and modern comfort.
The Newcastle community is urged to assist in locating a missing teenager from Maryland. Follow live updates on the search and other local news from the Hunter Region.
Newcastle Labor councillor Declan Clausen supports a 48-unit affordable housing project at Rail Bridge Row, rejecting calls to keep the site as public green space. Read the full debate.
A Newcastle community representative argues the city's severe housing and homelessness crisis means residents must support developments, even unpopular ones. The call for more 'YIMBYs' comes amid fierce debate over projects like Rail Bridge Row.
A premium two-bedroom apartment in Newcastle East's Royal Apartments hits the market, featuring stunning Pacific Ocean views and resort-style amenities. Explore coastal living at its finest.
Residents were evacuated from a Bar Beach building after a kitchen fire broke out on Thursday afternoon. Firefighters brought the blaze under control in 30 minutes.
A significant power outage has left 1500 Newcastle homes in the dark. Follow live updates on the situation, emergency response, and when power is expected to be restored.
Emergency services responded to a bicycle crash at Hunter and Darby streets in Newcastle. A man was treated at the scene, causing temporary road closures. Read the latest.
Supercars CEO James Warburton calls the Newcastle 500 'spectacular' and is exploring options for a new Hunter event. Could the race return to the region?
A landmark affordable housing project on Newcastle's last undeveloped rail corridor faces fierce opposition from locals demanding green space. The clash highlights the city's growing pains.
Residents in Newcastle's northern suburbs are reeling after a fierce storm tore through, uprooting trees, cutting power and flooding homes. The SES received 246 calls for help.
The new pedestrian laneway connecting Union and Market Streets in Geelong is officially open, enhancing city access and supporting local businesses. Discover the transformation.
Newcastle locals outline key resolutions for City of Newcastle in 2026, including restoring Campbell Park access, returning the Maritime Museum, and finding a suitable basketball stadium site. Read the community's priorities.
Police release CCTV after a man allegedly entered a car at Newcastle traffic lights and threatened the driver with a meat cleaver. The 20-year-old victim was unharmed. Authorities urge public assistance.
Wollongong residents have shared ambitious ideas, including a tunnel and a Las Vegas-style sign, for the Flinders St 'arrival boulevard' revamp. What do you think should happen?
From Jesse Southwell's shock NRLW exit to a life-saving stadium drama, discover the Newcastle Herald's top 10 most-read sport stories that captivated the Hunter in 2025.
Newcastle's iconic Boxing Day races made a triumphant return, with over 5000 attendees defying cooler weather. The event, boosted by headliner Hot Dub Time Machine, saw a surge in pre-sales and a vibrant party atmosphere.