Santa Comes to Newcastle for Christmas Festivities
Join Santa and his elves for Newcastle's magical Christmas tree lighting ceremony on November 28. Enjoy free family activities, festive treats, and live entertainment in Wheeler Place.
Join Santa and his elves for Newcastle's magical Christmas tree lighting ceremony on November 28. Enjoy free family activities, festive treats, and live entertainment in Wheeler Place.
Newcastle councillors unanimously advocate for Broadmeadow as the city's high-speed rail station and push for a direct airport transport link. Read the latest developments.
After 18 months of restoration, Newcastle's iconic Tower Cinemas reopens November 21 with retro decor, modern comforts, and diverse film programming. Experience the nostalgia!
Newcastle Labor councillors are pushing to lock in Broadmeadow as the city's high-speed rail station, a move set to transform the region's economy and connectivity. Discover the plans.
The Salvation Army's annual Toy Drive, supported by NGM Group, seeks community donations to help a record number of Newcastle families facing cost-of-living pressures this Christmas. Donate until Dec 12.
Federal government advances high-speed rail connecting Newcastle to Sydney, promising 90,000 jobs and 40,000 new homes. Transformative infrastructure project set to reshape regional economies.
The Tough Guy Book Club in Newcastle proves the literary man is thriving. Men gather monthly in pubs to discuss books, build friendships and challenge stereotypes about male reading habits.
Newcastle's Rising Tide protest group faces community backlash over broken promises and protest tactics. Local businesses and residents question the group's methods as cruise ships cancel visits.
Coal Crusher becomes the first dual winner of Newcastle's $1 million The Hunter in a family affair for trainer Joseph Pride. Get the full race day recap and results.
A spectacular Merewether family residence just 150m from the beach hits the market. Featuring 4 beds, 3 baths and triple garage on 703sqm. Price guide $4.75M.
Former Newcastle Knights player Darren Treacy returns to Broadmeadow as horse trainer for Spring Stakes. Discover his rugby league training methods applied to racing.
Newcastle must protect its remaining historic retail strips through heritage conservation areas before more iconic buildings are lost forever. Learn why Maitland Road and other streets need urgent action.
Two teenage boys, aged 14 and 15, have been arrested and charged following a police pursuit of an allegedly stolen Isuzu MUX in Hamilton, Newcastle. Read the full details.
Newcastle Knights' 2026 NRL schedule includes Las Vegas opener, Warriors home debut, Panthers on ANZAC Day and Manly for Old Boys Day. Full fixture analysis.
The Minns government has amended legislation to allow accommodation on Venues NSW land, unlocking Hunter Park's potential and boosting tourism and housing.
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.
Novocastrians debate whether controversial politician Graham Richardson deserves a state funeral. Plus, local issues including Stockton lane naming and farmland mining concerns.
The community is urged to help find 14-year-old Bonnie Shardlow, missing from the Central Coast. Follow live updates on this developing story and other local news.
Hunter travel sector celebrates as Jetstar adds a fourth weekly Bali flight and a new same-plane service to Singapore from Newcastle Airport, opening up over 150 global destinations.
Newcastle is poised to host Rugby League World Cup 2026 matches, bringing international rugby league action to McDonald Jones Stadium and economic benefits to the Hunter region.
Celebrated Newcastle Herald journalist John Lewis remembered as firm, fair editor and influential wine writer. Read about his 7-decade career and lasting legacy.
Year 10 and 11 students from Hunter schools spent a day at the Hunter Medical Research Institute, gaining hands-on experience in labs and designing their own medical experiments. Discover how this initiative is inspiring the next generation of scientists.
A 23-year-old man faces court after allegedly pulling a wheel off a disability advocate's wheelchair outside a Newcastle hotel, causing her to fall. Case continues.
A 23-year-old woman faces multiple charges after allegedly hitting a teenage boy's e-bike and dragging it 30 metres before fleeing the scene in Redhead, Newcastle.
Expert analysis and tips for Newcastle's race day. Find out why Mystical, Meridiana, and Bojangles are the horses to watch on November 13, 2025.
New research from the University of Newcastle reveals early university offers reduce student stress without diminishing HSC effort. Discover how this safety net supports wellbeing.
Emergency services responded to a serious two-vehicle collision on Chatham Road in Hamilton North. One person was transported to John Hunter Hospital. Police are investigating.
Newcastle has been named Australia's top regional hotspot for community tax avoidance reports. The ATO reveals billions in stolen taxes from cash economy activities.
Newcastle Knights confirmed to play Gold Coast Titans in 2026 NRL Magic Round at Suncorp Stadium. NRLW event shifts to Wagga Wagga. Full details on the fixtures and schedule.
One-year-old Jaxson Simpson undergoes two major spinal surgeries after 10cm tumour diagnosis. Rutherford family seeks support as medical bills mount ahead of Christmas.