Newcastle's maritime collection homeless as lease ends
Newcastle's 8500-item maritime heritage collection is at risk with no storage solution secured just months before its council-funded lease expires in March 2026. Read the latest.
Newcastle's 8500-item maritime heritage collection is at risk with no storage solution secured just months before its council-funded lease expires in March 2026. Read the latest.
The Ellis Beach Surf Life Saving Club has triumphantly reopened after a devastating fire, securing its future just in time for its 100th anniversary. Discover the community's incredible comeback story.
The planned closure of the Vikings Club in Chisholm after 36 years has been labelled a 'slap in the face' to locals. The move highlights tensions over ACT gaming reforms and cross-border competition.
Work is now underway on The Merewether, a luxury over-55s community at Newcastle's golf club. Over half the $100M+ apartments are sold, with residents moving in within 18 months. Discover more.
Newcastle Council approves changes to an eight-storey Hall Street development, swapping one-bedroom units for three-bedroom apartments in response to market demand. Read the full details.
Liberal councillors call for a ban on Rising Tide using public land after a weekend of protests in Newcastle Harbour led to over 140 arrests and significant economic disruption. Read the full story.
Newcastle's harbour ferry service is suspended due to unplanned maintenance, with replacement buses running. Commuters face significant travel delays. Read more.
Discover Newcastle's best local businesses for Christmas 2025. Support community enterprises offering puddings, trees, markets and festive experiences while boosting the local economy.
Newcastle's light rail system faces chaos as unplanned maintenance causes widespread cancellations, leaving commuters stranded. Discover the full story behind the service breakdown.
Racing Victoria stewards have concluded their investigation into the fall that left jockey Tom Prebble with devastating spinal injuries. No fault found. Read the full findings.
Heartbreaking end for Canberra football club as members vote to wind up after 20 years. Liquidator appointed to handle $550,000 debts. Read the full story.
Newcastle chef Josh Gregory shares his summer vision for Thermidor with new menus featuring seafood, spritzes and approachable dining. Discover the harbourfront dining experience.
Hundreds of children experienced early Christmas magic at McDonald Jones Stadium during Variety's annual party, featuring Santa, gifts, and inclusive activities for all abilities.
Fort Scratchley's major fundraiser, the Music of the Guns concert, was unexpectedly cancelled, costing the historical society $2000 and disappointing ticket holders. The event is now rescheduled for February.
Shocking footage reveals a terrifying near-miss as an ambulance drives into the path of Quarter Horses at Evangeline Downs. Jockeys' quick actions avert disaster. Watch the video.
Hunter writers are invited to enter the Newcastle Herald's annual short story competition. Inspired by local photographs, entries close December 22, 2025, with great prizes to be won.
City of Newcastle's executive manager Nick Kaiser responds to criticism of community consultation processes, explaining the principles behind transparent engagement.
Discover how the Townsville Gem and Mineral Club has thrived for six decades, transforming ordinary rocks into extraordinary treasures through community passion.
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.
After 63 remarkable seasons with Wallsend District Cricket Club, scorer and historian Jack Brown pulls up stumps. Discover the legacy of Newcastle cricket's walking encyclopedia.
Young jockey Bailey Rogerson is breathing on her own after a shocking race fall left her with a fractured skull and brain bleed. Her family thanks the racing community for its support. Follow her recovery journey.
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.
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.
Bailey Rogerson, granddaughter of Melbourne Cup-winning trainer Graeme Rogerson, fights for life after Arawa Park race fall. Updates on her condition.
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.
The ACT government has approved demolition of Kaleen Sports Club for 96 apartments, sacrificing community facilities. Residents question lack of consultation and club neglect.
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.
Star jockey Jamie Melham receives a 30-meeting suspension for careless riding following her historic Melbourne Cup win. Blake Shinn hospitalised with a broken leg.
Newcastle's Wheeler Place transforms into a festive wonderland with an 11-metre Christmas tree, pet 'pawtraits', and family activities throughout November and December. Join the celebration!
Newcastle trainer Kris Lees aims to finally capture his hometown's richest race, The Hunter, after three consecutive second-place finishes. The $1 million sprint features strong competition.