Hunter council proposes 29% rate rise for mining land
Muswellbrook Shire Council seeks a 29% rate increase exclusively on mining land to safeguard services as coal revenue declines. Public consultation is now open.
Category : Search result: NSW coal exports
Week of protests targets Hunter's weapons manufacturing shift
Activists in Newcastle launch a week of action, opposing the region's pivot from coal to a defence manufacturing hub, including a new $850m missile factory. Read the full story.
SA Business Briefcase: Defence, Wine & Tech Drive Growth
South Australia's economy surges with new defence contracts, a record wine export deal to China, and major tech investments in December 2025. Discover the key drivers.
Schoolies teen missing after caught in rip at NSW beach
An 18-year-old Sydney student has disappeared while swimming at an unpatrolled beach during his Schoolies break. The search resumes Tuesday amid a spate of NSW beach tragedies.
Climate protesters released after Newcastle port blockade
Two Rising Tide activists face court over a two-hour shipping disruption at Newcastle coal port. The legal case hinges on whether the delay was a major or minor disruption.
How Digital Platforms Revolutionised Commodity Trading
Discover how digital trading platforms have democratised commodity markets, making them accessible to farmers and small producers across Australia. Learn about the transformation from exclusive old boys' clubs to transparent online systems.
141 arrested in Newcastle climate protest blockade
NSW Police Minister defends officers after Rising Tide's coal port blockade. 141 arrests made as minister calls protesters 'reckless'. Full details on the clash.
Former Wollongong councillor arrested in coal protest
Former Wollongong councillor Cath Blakey was among 141 activists arrested at Rising Tide's Newcastle coal port blockade. She cites climate impacts as her motivation for protest action.
Protesters lock onto Newcastle coal loader
Rising Tide climate activists have disrupted the world's largest coal port in Newcastle, with 16 people locking themselves to equipment. The protest follows mass arrests over the weekend.
Climate protesters lock on to Newcastle coal equipment
A major police operation is underway in Newcastle after climate activists locked themselves onto coal loaders and conveyor belts, disrupting the world's biggest coal port.
NSW beach search for missing teen suspended overnight
Emergency services suspend search for 18-year-old swimmer at Little Bay Beach near South West Rocks. Multi-agency operation to resume Monday morning.
141 arrested in Newcastle climate protests
Police arrest 141 climate activists during weekend protests at Newcastle coal port. Protesters blocked ships, scaled anchors in dramatic demonstration against fossil fuels.
141 arrests in Newcastle harbour climate protest
Mass climate protest in Newcastle Harbour leads to 141 arrests as Rising Tide activists blockade coal shipments. Police condemn 'dangerous' actions disrupting port operations.
Climate Protesters Enter Newcastle Port Exclusion Zone
Climate activists from Rising Tide paddle into Newcastle's shipping exclusion zone during protestival. Live updates from the environmental demonstration.
Buses replace trains on South Coast line for critical works
Major maintenance work on the South Coast rail line sees buses replacing trains. The NSW government invests $423 million to upgrade the critical transport corridor, improving reliability for millions of commuters.
Climate activists fail to stop Newcastle coal ship
Rising Tide protesters entered Newcastle waters but couldn't prevent coal shipment. Live updates from the climate action protestival in Australia's largest coal port.
Climate Protesters Halt Newcastle Coal Operations
Rising Tide activists have entered Newcastle's shipping channel, disrupting coal exports in a major climate protest. Live updates from the Newcastle Herald.
Climate Activists Blockade Newcastle Coal Port
Climate activists from Rising Tide have blockaded the world's largest coal port in Newcastle. Get the latest updates and photos from the major environmental protest.
Doctors protest coal exports over health concerns
Australian healthcare workers join climate protests, citing fossil fuels as the century's greatest health threat. They demand government action to protect community wellbeing.
Australia's Hidden Black Sand Beaches Revealed
Explore Australia's breathtaking black sand beaches that rival international destinations. From Honeysuckle Beach's wild beauty to geological wonders, discover coastal gems beyond the usual white sands.
Massive Climate Protest 'Protestival' Hits Newcastle
Thousands converge on Newcastle for Rising Tide's climate 'protestival', the largest disruptive protest in Australian history, demanding an end to coal exports.
NSW storm blackouts: 15,000 still without power
Thousands in Newcastle, Maitland, and the Central Coast face ongoing blackouts after severe storms. Ausgrid crews work to restore power amid widespread damage. Report hazards to 13 13 88.
SA Lawmaker Demands Weapons Export Review
Independent MLC Tammy Franks introduces motion calling for SA Government to divest from companies potentially complicit in Palestinian human rights abuses. Learn more.
One dead as ferocious storm batters NSW region
A 76-year-old man has died after a tree fell during a severe storm on the NSW Central Coast. The storm left 35,000 homes without power and prompted over 1000 SES calls.
25 NSW schools closed due to catastrophic fire danger
25 NSW public schools are closed as catastrophic fire danger ratings hit the Lower Central West Plains. The NSW RFS urges residents to relocate early for safety.
Newcastle Port Security Breaches Spike Before Blockade
Police investigate a security breach at Port of Newcastle as 29 incidents reported in six weeks ahead of a major climate protest harbour blockade planned for this weekend.
TMK Energy edges closer to commercial gas flow in Mongolia
TMK Energy's Gurvantes XXXV coal seam gas project in Mongolia shows promising pressure decline and gas shows, moving toward commercial production. Read the latest developments.
Hunter coal crucial amid record global demand
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.
AI surveillance targets Kiama's deadly fishing spots
Artificial intelligence cameras now monitor Kiama's dangerous rock platforms after 11 fishing deaths in 15 years. The technology alerts emergency services when someone is swept into the water.
NSW mandates 3-year mine closure notice
The NSW Labor government will require coal mines to provide three years' notice before closing, protecting regional jobs and enabling economic transition through a new $27.3 million authority.
Page 2 of 4