Anti-bikie police arrest man, seize meth on stolen bike
A 49-year-old man faces court after Raptor Squad officers intercepted an allegedly stolen motorbike in Cessnock, seizing methamphetamine. Read the full details of the police operation.
A 49-year-old man faces court after Raptor Squad officers intercepted an allegedly stolen motorbike in Cessnock, seizing methamphetamine. Read the full details of the police operation.
Australian world champion Daniel Sanders vows to finish the Dakar Rally despite a crash breaking his collarbone and sternum, dashing his title hopes. Follow his courageous fight.
A 47-year-old motorcycle rider is fighting for life after a serious crash with a Hyundai Kona on Cessnock Road at Weston. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to contact Crime Stoppers.
A weekend of crashes in the Illawarra region saw multiple teens hospitalised and a child airlifted to Sydney. Get the latest details on the separate incidents at Minnamurra, Wollongong, and Mount Kembla.
A visionary plan to repurpose disused Upper Hunter mining pits into interconnected lakes gains momentum, promising water security, tourism, and jobs. Read about the innovative solution.
As a severe heatwave looms, we revisit the Hunter's 1939 furnace that killed scores, halted work, and left a tragic mark on local records. Discover the history to understand the present.
A Mount Gambier man is in hospital with serious injuries after allegedly crashing a stolen Toyota Land Cruiser near Truro. Police tracked the vehicle after a tip-off from the public. Read the latest details.
A young man is in hospital after a serious motorbike crash on a Townsville street early Monday morning. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest details.
A man in his 60s was flown to John Hunter Hospital with chest and back injuries after a glider crash near Ravensworth. Emergency services, including the Westpac Rescue Helicopter, responded to the incident.
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.
A NSW Rural Fire Service volunteer was hospitalised after a stick lodged near his eye while fighting the Hollydeen blaze. He has since been released after surgery.
Police urge motorcyclists to ride within their limits after a devastating spike in fatalities on northern NSW roads. The road toll rises as double demerits remain in force.
A year after 10-year-old Gus McPherson's serious motorbike accident on the family farm, his family has raised $130,000 for the Royal Flying Doctors Service that saved him. Read their incredible story.
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.
A teenage boy is in hospital after a serious collision between a car and a motorbike on Gordon Harvey Road in Townsville. Police are investigating the crash.
Police have released CCTV footage after firearms were stolen from a Blandford property. Two people are charged, with more arrests expected. The 78-year-old firearm owner also faces charges.
Upper Hunter farmers celebrate as the critical Coulsons Creek Road reopens just before Christmas, ending a costly five-year detour. The $60 million project fixes a botched council upgrade.
A 71-year-old rider has died after being thrown from a motorbike on the Pacific Highway at Rainbow Flat. Police are investigating the single-vehicle incident.
A 23-year-old man is assisting police after a dramatic pursuit through Cessnock's wine country, involving road spikes and a police dog squad. Read the full details of the incident.
Pokolbin's EXP. Restaurant, led by chef Frank Fawkner, celebrates a landmark year with two Good Food Guide hats and the prestigious Regional Restaurant of the Year title for 2025. Discover the decade-long journey.
Two men are in hospital after a serious crash between a motorbike and a car on Welshpool Road in Wattle Grove. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
Hunter Valley residents could find a surprise cash boost, with over $14.2 million in unclaimed money held by Revenue NSW. Check now to see if you're owed funds.
The iconic Mulletfest grand final returned to Kurri Kurri, crowning Daniel Cooper as the best overall mullet. See photos and meet the winners of Australia's premier celebration of the infamous haircut.
Gloucester dairy farmer Mark Harris, hit by record floods in May, now battles drought. He's spending thousands on feed and repairs as the Hunter faces a rapid dry spell. Read his story.
Two truck drivers are in a serious condition after a crash on the New England Highway near Singleton. Police are investigating and appealing for dash-cam footage.
Experience over 4.5 million lights, new attractions, and festive fun at Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights Spectacular from Nov 7, 2025 to Jan 26, 2026. Book tickets now!
Abermain singer-songwriter Mackenzie Lee, 19, is a finalist for the prestigious 2026 Starmaker competition at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, following a journey that began with busking at age 11.
Police have increased the reward to $500,000 for information on the 2005 death of 21-month-old Jordan Thompson in Singleton. Detectives believe people in the Hunter community hold vital clues.
A Mandurah father of two lost both legs in a horrific Kwinana Freeway motorbike crash in November. A GoFundMe has raised over $30,000 for his family's recovery and home modifications.
Three Hunter teenagers have been charged with more than 20 offences following alleged break-ins in Tarro and an abandoned stolen car in Woodberry. Read the latest court details.