Golden Hour Pilates opens in Port Kembla on January 24, 2026, featuring unique infrared ceiling panels for a warmer, more effective workout. Owners Chi Nguyen and Jayden Zafiriou bring a new wellness option to the growing suburb.
A potential $300 billion merger between Rio Tinto and Glencore could see Rio return to the Hunter Valley Operations coal mine, with significant implications for jobs and the project's scaled-back expansion plans. Read the latest analysis.
An independent review warns the WA department created to manage the energy transition could actually slow the move from coal. Read the critical findings and government response.
Newcastle ratepayers demand answers as council CEO's $608k package exceeds the Premier's pay. Former councillor reveals how Hunter coal mines triggered a 'relativity' salary spiral across local government.
TMK Energy's Gurvantes project in Mongolia records a fifth consecutive monthly gas production increase, hitting new highs and advancing towards commercialisation in 2026.
A major rescue operation is underway in Central Queensland after a roof collapse at Curragh coal mine left one miner trapped a kilometre underground for over 27 hours. Two other workers were saved.
A mine collapse at Curragh coal mine has left one worker injured and another missing. Emergency services are on scene. Get the latest updates on this developing story.
A Port Stephens canoe club's missing trailer, thought stolen for scrap, was discovered impounded by council rangers. Read how a mix-up over registration led to the costly confusion.
As the Hunter Region looks towards 2050, three critical issues—coal mining's legacy, unchecked urban sprawl, and lagging education—will define its future success. Explore the cumulative impacts.
Two major NSW coal mine extensions have been referred for approval just days after the state's Net Zero Commission warned against them, sparking criticism from environmental groups.
Vestas predicts a surge in wind farm investment from mid-2026 as WA races to replace coal power before 2030 closures. Key projects are already underway.
A 61-year-old man has been charged with murder after an 88-year-old woman was found deceased in a Fern Bay home. Thomas Tapley was refused bail and will face court again in February 2026.
A 61-year-old man is charged with murder after an 88-year-old woman was found dead at a Fern Bay home. He was refused bail and will face Newcastle Local Court.
Port Stephens oyster growers face a depleted Christmas harvest after battling QX disease, floods, and pollution. Industry value has plummeted, but reef restoration offers hope.
Tamika Chesser, a former reality TV star, has appeared in an Adelaide court charged with the murder and dismemberment of her partner, Julian Story, in Port Lincoln. The pregnant accused remains in a psychiatric facility as police await crucial evidence.
Port Stephens Council's decision to keep 105 car spaces closed at Birubi Point this summer has locals fearing for swimmer safety and predicting traffic gridlock. Read the full story.
Former Dragons player Trent Merrin has received a conditional release order after pleading guilty to stealing $140,000 in Bitcoin. The Port Kembla court heard he repaid the amount with interest. Read the full details.
UFC champion Alex Volkanovski is set to star in the 2026 Street Fighter film. The Wollongong fighter also unveiled a massive mural at his team's new state-of-the-art Port Kembla facility, where he'll train for his Sydney homecoming fight in February.
Discover Ferries identifies 'port hopping' as a major trend, launching a new interactive map to help travellers plan multi-destination sea journeys across 11 countries for a more immersive holiday experience.
Mining services giant Macmahon Holdings secures a major $792 million contract extension at the Dawson metallurgical coal mine in Queensland, boosting its order book and workforce. Read the full story.
A yacht skipper was rescued by Marine Rescue NSW after suffering an eye injury and losing steering off the coast near Port Stephens. The seven-hour overnight mission brought them safely to shore.
A former Dragons star faces crypto theft charges, a man admits years of stepdaughter abuse, and reckless stunts headline a busy week in Wollongong and Port Kembla courts. Read the full wrap-up.
A man in his 70s has died after his car hit a power pole on Ocean Drive in Port Macquarie. Police are investigating the fatal crash as NSW's road toll reaches 331.
Fremantle launches a new investment website to attract businesses as the port moves to Kwinana, unlocking prime waterfront land for a $1.8bn development pipeline. Discover the opportunities.
Peabody claims it cannot reduce its Helensburgh mine plans further without making the project uneconomic, despite warnings of 'serious and irreversible' damage to Sydney's drinking water catchment. Read the full standoff.
Squadron Energy says its Port Kembla LNG terminal is the sole fix for the East Coast's gas crisis, set for 2028 but ready by 2027. Read how it aims to cut prices and reliance on new fields.
Newcastle Herald readers weigh in on NRL's stance on R360 defectors, renewed climate policy battles, and the impact of recent port blockades. Dive into the local debate.
A consortium including Tahmoor mine staff is bidding for the colliery after documents revealed a $427m asset transfer to prop up Sanjeev Gupta's other companies. Creditors decide its fate on Monday.
Former St George Illawarra Dragons forward Trent Merrin has appeared in Port Kembla court, accused of stealing $140,000 in cryptocurrency. The case adjourned for plea negotiations.
Former NRL star Trent Merrin has appeared in a NSW court, accused of stealing $140,000 in Bitcoin from a friend's account. The case adjourned until December 10.