Newcastle West apartment block modified for market demand
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.
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.
A 40-year-old woman was hit by a car at a pedestrian crossing on Union Street, Cooks Hill. She was treated for an arm injury and taken to John Hunter Hospital.
A new live traffic app aims to help Perth commuters navigate the 12-month closure of Fremantle Traffic Bridge from February 1. Get real-time updates and plan your journey.
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.
South Australia's corporate landscape sees major changes with new executive appointments at Santos, SA Water, and other top firms. Get the full list of who's moving up the ladder.
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.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese secures environmental reforms through Greens partnership while Opposition Leader Sussan Ley claims her text message was ignored. Get the full story on Australia's new EPBC changes.
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.
Labor passes major environmental reforms with Greens support while Coalition faces leadership crisis. Sussan Ley's passive approach criticised as government delivers key legislation.
The WAFL has approved nine significant rule changes including 23-player teams for 2024 season. Discover how these reforms will better align with AFL standards and impact local football.
Two teenage boys are in hospital, one fighting for life, after a dirt bike collided with five vehicles in Adamstown Heights. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to contact Crime Stoppers.
East Fremantle Council warns of traffic gridlock from 2026 Fremantle Traffic Bridge closure. 24,000 daily vehicles need rerouting. Council urges safer cycling paths and lower speed limits.
A motorcycle rider is in a critical condition after a collision on City Road, Newcastle. Police confirm a crime scene is established as traffic faces major delays. Avoid the area.
Newcastle chef Josh Gregory shares his summer vision for Thermidor with new menus featuring seafood, spritzes and approachable dining. Discover the harbourfront dining experience.
A car fleeing police crashed into a power pole on the New England Highway at Rutherford, causing lane closures and traffic delays. Read the latest updates.
Noongar woman Emma Garlett explores how changing seasons signal land stress and why Indigenous knowledge matters for Australia's environmental future. Learn more.
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.
Recent superannuation reforms are automatically stripping life insurance from inactive accounts, leaving thousands of young Australians unprotected. Learn how to check your coverage.
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.
The Liberal Party faces an existential crisis mirroring Kodak's failure to adapt to digital photography. Multiple leadership changes across states signal deeper structural problems.
City of Newcastle's executive manager Nick Kaiser responds to criticism of community consultation processes, explaining the principles behind transparent engagement.
Major planning changes are set to transform the Illawarra region with 11,000 new homes and taller buildings proposed across Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama. Discover how these developments will reshape our communities.
South Australia announces sweeping education reforms targeting skills development and employment pathways. Discover how these changes will impact students and the workforce.
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.
Traffic chaos on Newcastle Link Road after three-car collision. One person hospitalized with minor injuries. Avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
South Australia's government reveals comprehensive education reforms including curriculum updates and teacher support initiatives. Learn how these changes will impact students across the state.
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.