Severe Storm Warning for Newcastle and Hunter Region
The NSW SES warns of potential severe weather as storms enter the forecast for Newcastle and the Hunter. Stay informed with live updates on the developing situation.
The NSW SES warns of potential severe weather as storms enter the forecast for Newcastle and the Hunter. Stay informed with live updates on the developing situation.
The SXSW Sydney festival will not proceed in 2026, organisers announced. The three-year event generated $276 million and attracted over 345,000 attendees. Read the full story.
Running out of ideas for the kids? Discover 10 fantastic Perth outings, from HoopsFest and Disney Jr. Live to stargazing and pick-your-own grapes, to fill the last two weeks of summer holidays.
NSW Police are seeking public assistance to locate Andrew, a man missing from the Central Coast. Have you seen him? Follow live updates on this developing story.
Geelong Council unveils new Australia Day plans after cancelling the longstanding event. Discover the fresh approach and community-focused activities for 2025.
Fire crews responded to a grass fire on the Hunter Expressway near Buchanan overnight. Get the latest updates on the incident and ongoing safety alerts for the Hunter region.
A house in Raymond Terrace was engulfed by flames on Friday, January 10, 2026. Firefighters battled the blaze as the Newcastle Herald provided live updates.
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.
The Hunter Region faces a severe heatwave with soaring temperatures and extreme fire danger. Stay informed with live updates on weather, safety alerts, and local news from Newcastle Herald.
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.
Celebrate Australia Day 2026 with free family entertainment at Coogee Beach. Enjoy live music, cultural performances, wildlife encounters, and classic Aussie competitions.
A major truck crash on Picton Rd at Cataract has left 13 injured, with one man fighting for life. The road is closed as police investigate. Get the latest updates.
Emergency crews freed a trapped driver after a single-vehicle crash on the M1 near Lake Macquarie. One lane remains closed, causing moderate traffic delays. Stay updated.
Newcastle and the Hunter face a dramatic weather shift as a heatwave is forecast after a cold snap. Stay updated with live news, traffic, and essential local information.
A truck trailer erupted in flames at the Mooney Mooney rest area, forcing closures and detours. Firefighters contained the blaze, but drivers must use alternative routes.
Police and community search for Brittany, missing from Nelson Bay since December 31. Follow live updates on the developing situation and other Hunter news.
The annual Tim Gates Classic Fun Run saw thousands of participants hit the streets of Geelong, raising vital funds for the Give Where You Live Foundation. See the highlights and community spirit in action.
Police are appealing for public help to find April Ansell, 14, missing from Wyoming on the Central Coast since Friday morning. Live updates from the Newcastle Herald.
Your guide to Perth's top events this week, from Wildlands Festival and family theatre to live music. Find dates, venues, and ticket details to plan your week.
The SCG pitch for the fifth Ashes Test has been unveiled, showing a heavy covering of live grass. Australia leads the series 2-1. Get the latest details on the crucial Sydney surface.
Perth is set to host six world-class sporting events in 2026, including the FINA World Swimming Championships and the IAAF World Cross Country Championships. Discover the full schedule.
A rubbish fire at the Singleton waste management facility blanketed parts of the Hunter region in smoke on December 31. Follow live updates and safety alerts.
Police appeal for public help to locate an elderly woman missing from Swansea. Follow live updates on this breaking news and other local stories from the Newcastle Herald.
Perth shed its 'boring' tag with an epic 2025 of live music. Relive the best concerts from AC/DC, Drake, Kylie Minogue, Katy Perry, Rufus Du Sol, and Metallica. See what made each show unforgettable.
Your complete guide to celebrating New Year's Eve in Townsville. Find times for family and midnight fireworks, event locations, transport tips, and essential road closures for a safe and spectacular night.
Public transport changes hit the Hunter line this afternoon with buses replacing trains on some services. Stay updated with live traffic and travel news from across the region.
Political analyst Mark Kenny argues against the corrosive power of doubt, using Live Aid's legacy and Australia's policy inertia as examples of why we must believe in positive change.
Newcastle and the Hunter Region experience a cooler, wetter Boxing Day. Stay updated with live news, traffic, and weather from the Newcastle Herald.
Police are searching for Graham Bassett, 69, who vanished while travelling in a white Mercedes campervan on Christmas Day. Live updates from Newcastle Herald.
Adelaide's ambitious $20 million Grand Opera project is back on, with fresh dates locked in for 2025. Discover the new timeline and what it means for the city's arts scene.