The Hunter region faces a critical jobs shortage despite low unemployment. Professor Phillip O'Neill reveals why generating 37,000 new positions is essential to avoid becoming another 'place left behind'.
Max and Jagger Holmes compete in thrilling brotherly duel while James Worpel makes strong impression in Geelong Cats training. Don't miss the action!
Geelong draftee Hunter Holmes embraces reunion with Nathan Buckley while carving his own path alongside brother Max Holmes in debut AFL season. Follow their journey.
Newcastle police seek public assistance to locate Sunny, 30, last seen at John Hunter Hospital. Follow live updates and contact authorities with information.
NSW Minerals Council CEO argues Hunter coal mining remains vital for regional economy as global demand hits record 8.8 billion tonnes. Learn why supply restrictions would backfire.
Key environment group slams Hunter Transmission Project route, warning of irreversible impacts on 66 threatened species. Read the full analysis of this critical NSW energy debate.
Newcastle Herald's Hunter Photography Prize is back for 2026. Open to amateur photographers in the Hunter Region. Enter by January 20, 2026 for your chance to win.
Young gun Hunter Holmes follows brother Max to Geelong Falcons, continuing family football tradition. Read about this exciting local sports development.
Hunter New England Health requires financial bailouts as Grattan Institute reveals hospitals are 'held back by bogus budgets'. Discover the systemic funding issues affecting patient care.
Geelong AFL player Tanner Bruhn returns to training after false sexual assault allegations were withdrawn. Teammate Max Holmes praises his resilience ahead of 2025 season.
New polling reveals 72% of Hunter residents support government investment in renewable energy for manufacturing. Discover how this could save jobs at Tomago Aluminium.
New ABS data reveals Scone and Merewether lead Hunter's income surge. Explore the economic trends reshaping the region's wealth distribution.
The Rural Fire Service has declared an 'extreme' fire danger rating for the Greater Hunter on November 17, 2025. Stay informed with live updates from the Newcastle Herald.
Discover the untold story of Hunter Valley's coal-mining pit horses and their lasting legacy through public art, from Scotland's Kelpies to local sculptures.
Hunter New England faces a diabetes emergency with 90,000 cases. Experts advocate telehealth solutions and new medications to combat what's called humanity's biggest epidemic.
Former Catholic priest Patrick Holmes, 90, receives additional jail time for horrific child sexual abuse in New Norcia and Shenton Park. Read the full court details.
Hunter families are urged to help identify local WWI soldiers missing since the 1916 Battle of Fromelles. DNA testing could solve this 109-year-old mystery ahead of Remembrance Day.
A 15-year-old boy was arrested following a police pursuit from Greta to Rutherford. Operation Soteria targets youth crime in the Hunter region. Read the latest details.
Alarming rise in child tooth decay hospitalisations in Hunter New England. Free dental checks go unused as experts urge parents to act on preventable health crisis.
Norwegian defence giant Kongsberg is establishing a major office hub in Newcastle's Honeysuckle precinct for its $850 million missile program, creating hundreds of jobs and boosting the Hunter region's defence capabilities.
Newcastle hosts the inaugural Sleapys Foundation Cricket Cup, bringing together local clubs for a groundbreaking tournament supporting youth mental health awareness and services across the Hunter region.
Football Northern NSW announces fee freeze for 2026 season, providing financial relief to clubs and players across the region while maintaining quality programs.
Maitland makes bold play to become Newcastle Jets' new home, but warns significant stadium upgrades are essential for A-League standards.
Young spellers across the Hunter region are sharpening their dictionaries as the popular NSW Premier's Spelling Bee prepares to launch its 2024 competition season.
Newcastle West's cityscape is evolving with approval of a new 13-level mixed-use development on Hunter Street, bringing modern apartments and commercial space to the growing precinct.
The Hunter region is rallying for a state-of-the-art stadium at Glendale, promising economic growth and world-class sporting facilities for NSW's Central Coast.
Former Catholic priest Patrick Holmes, already serving prison time for child sexual abuse, has been found guilty of additional historical offences against children in Western Australia's District Court.
Newcastle businessman Paul Parker fights for compensation after his luxury European cruise was cancelled, leaving him thousands out of pocket and questioning consumer protections for Australian travellers.
Hunter Valley authorities are seeking community assistance to locate 13-year-old Emily Hvirth, last seen in Maitland on Sunday. Police hold serious concerns for her welfare.
A Hunter Valley home has been completely destroyed in a fierce overnight fire that police are treating as suspicious. Emergency crews battled the flames at The Retreat property as authorities appeal for witnesses.