Missing Person Sunny: Newcastle Search Continues
Newcastle police seek public assistance to locate Sunny, 30, last seen at John Hunter Hospital. Follow live updates and contact authorities with information.
Newcastle police seek public assistance to locate Sunny, 30, last seen at John Hunter Hospital. Follow live updates and contact authorities with information.
Queensland braces for a week of severe thunderstorms and extreme heatwave conditions, with giant hail and destructive winds forecast. Stay informed and take precautions.
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.
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.
Perth residents brace for severe thunderstorms with damaging winds and heavy rainfall. Bureau of Meteorology issues alert for Wednesday. Stay informed and prepared.
New polling reveals 72% of Hunter residents support government investment in renewable energy for manufacturing. Discover how this could save jobs at Tomago Aluminium.
Perth's summer heatwave is set for a cool change, with the Bureau of Meteorology forecasting potential thunderstorms and gusty winds for the metro area. Stay alert for weather updates.
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.
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.
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.
Witness the magnificent supermoon as it illuminated Newcastle's night sky on November 5th. Our gallery showcases the lunar marvel above iconic Hunter Valley landmarks in a celestial display that captivated locals.
Discover how Bell Partners is driving economic recovery in the Hunter region through strategic partnerships, community investment, and innovative business support programs that build lasting resilience.
A major land transfer from BHP to Malabar Resources could spark a jobs boom in the Hunter Valley, with up to 300 new mining positions expected to be created at the Maxwell Underground Mine.
The distinctive 237 Wharf Road glass building in Newcastle is being demolished to pave the way for a significant new apartment complex, marking another step in the city's waterfront transformation.
A Hunter Valley real estate professional returns to court facing an additional serious charge as police continue their investigation into alleged inappropriate conduct.