NSW housing commitment ignored in Hunter's Broadmeadow plan
Hunter community demands NSW government apply its 30% social housing pledge to Broadmeadow Precinct, as families remain separated due to the crisis. Join the call for action.
Hunter community demands NSW government apply its 30% social housing pledge to Broadmeadow Precinct, as families remain separated due to the crisis. Join the call for action.
Newcastle's Stockton ferry service is suspended indefinitely after mechanical failures. Residents face long bus commutes as Transport for NSW investigates. Read the full story.
Shocking footage shows an 18-year-old sent flying in a Mandurah hit-and-run. The teen is recovering at home as police investigate the fleeing driver.
Parking revenue at Hunter New England health facilities jumped to over $6 million last financial year. The NSW Opposition criticises the increase as a 'cash grab' on patients and staff.
A major 584-lot housing development at Anna Bay has been rejected by planning authorities, citing flood risks, loss of koala habitat, and inconsistency with local strategies. Residents celebrate the win.
Hunter Region faces extreme fire danger on summer's first day. Stay updated on weather alerts, hospital wait times, and local news affecting Newcastle communities.
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'.
Newcastle ranks as Australia's 7th most congested city. Commuters spend 19 minutes daily in traffic, costing over $2500 annually. Discover the impact and planned transport solutions.
A 17-year-old motorcyclist is fighting for life after running a red light and colliding with a car in Adamstown Heights during severe storms. Read the latest on this developing story.
A crash on Karrinyup Road in Innaloo has reduced traffic to a single lane, causing major congestion back to Cedric Street. Avoid the area and seek an alternative route.
UNSW researchers recommend trialling 30km/h zones in Canberra's high-pedestrian areas. Discover how lower speeds combined with education could transform road safety.
Subiaco businesses sound alarm over Hay Street and Coghlan Road intersection after another serious crash. Locals demand immediate safety improvements. Read more.
Mount Duneed residents demand immediate action on Boundary Road's dangerous truck traffic after multiple near-misses. Locals fear for children's safety as heavy vehicles dominate residential streets.
A woman has been hospitalised with serious injuries following a collision between a car and a truck on Caves Road near Dunsborough. Police urge motorists to avoid the area.
Newcastle police seek public assistance to locate Sunny, 30, last seen at John Hunter Hospital. Follow live updates and contact authorities with information.
Massive pothole on Yarra Street in Geelong damages vehicles and frustrates residents. Council responds to growing safety concerns about deteriorating road conditions.
Geelong's school crossing supervisors filed 62 safety complaints in just 4 months, raising urgent concerns about student and worker protection. Read the investigation findings.
Western Australian cyclist Sophia Sammons aims for podium success at the Australian Road Nationals in Perth. Discover her home advantage strategy and race details.
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.
WA Police Minister Reece Whitby attributes climbing road toll to reckless behaviour as fatalities reach 68. Urgent call for driver responsibility amid alarming statistics.
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.
A devastating series of car crashes across NSW and Victoria has claimed six lives. Investigations continue as communities mourn the tragic loss of life.
Townsville's new mayor Troy Thompson demands Queensland government fully fund $50 million road upgrade for Kings Road. Local residents frustrated by delays.
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.
Traffic chaos on Newcastle Link Road after three-car collision. One person hospitalized with minor injuries. Avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
A $24 million overtaking lane is planned for the Golden Highway west of Merriwa to improve safety and traffic flow. Have your say on the proposal until December 12.
After a years-long campaign, South Australia's Chief Justice is seeing success in improving road and pedestrian safety near Adelaide's court houses. Learn about the new safety measures.
Newcastle councillors clash over alleged false claims about 40km/h speed limits on Minmi Road as debate over road's future intensifies. Read the full story.
A 62-year-old motorcyclist's road rage incident in Mildura culminated with him clinging to a car bonnet all the way to the police station, where he was charged. Watch the shocking footage.