A 61-year-old man has been charged with murder after an 88-year-old woman was found deceased in a Fern Bay home. Thomas Tapley was refused bail and will face court again in February 2026.
A 61-year-old man is charged with murder after an 88-year-old woman was found dead at a Fern Bay home. He was refused bail and will face Newcastle Local Court.
A 62-year-old man has died after a shooting on Oakley Rd, McLaren Flat. Two local men are charged with murder and firearm offences. Police confirm no ongoing threat.
Port Stephens oyster growers face a depleted Christmas harvest after battling QX disease, floods, and pollution. Industry value has plummeted, but reef restoration offers hope.
Port Stephens Council's decision to keep 105 car spaces closed at Birubi Point this summer has locals fearing for swimmer safety and predicting traffic gridlock. Read the full story.
Gun ownership in the Illawarra region has grown to 27,729 registered firearms. Premier Chris Minns pledges the toughest laws in Australia following the Bondi Beach terror attack.
UFC champion Alex Volkanovski is set to star in the 2026 Street Fighter film. The Wollongong fighter also unveiled a massive mural at his team's new state-of-the-art Port Kembla facility, where he'll train for his Sydney homecoming fight in February.
A 22-year-old Central Coast man has been charged with firearm and aggravated animal cruelty offences following a police investigation into an alleged illegal hunting network in western NSW. Contact Crime Stoppers with information.
Discover Ferries identifies 'port hopping' as a major trend, launching a new interactive map to help travellers plan multi-destination sea journeys across 11 countries for a more immersive holiday experience.
Canberra's shooting community reacts to national cabinet's proposed firearms law changes, arguing limits on ownership could harm sport and farming. Read the local impact.
A 30-year-old Ingham man has faced court on multiple charges including possessing dangerous drugs and weapons after a police stop. Read the full details of the case.
Australia's gun laws face intense scrutiny after the Bondi terror attack. Police reveal the shooter legally owned six firearms. Experts question the system's safeguards.
The Bondi Junction terror shooting has triggered an urgent federal review of Australia's firearm legislation. Authorities are examining potential security gaps. Read the latest.
A yacht skipper was rescued by Marine Rescue NSW after suffering an eye injury and losing steering off the coast near Port Stephens. The seven-hour overnight mission brought them safely to shore.
A former Dragons star faces crypto theft charges, a man admits years of stepdaughter abuse, and reckless stunts headline a busy week in Wollongong and Port Kembla courts. Read the full wrap-up.
A man in his 70s has died after his car hit a power pole on Ocean Drive in Port Macquarie. Police are investigating the fatal crash as NSW's road toll reaches 331.
Fremantle launches a new investment website to attract businesses as the port moves to Kwinana, unlocking prime waterfront land for a $1.8bn development pipeline. Discover the opportunities.
A 54-year-old man faces court after police allegedly uncover drugs, stolen property, and ammunition during a raid on a property near Tamworth. Read the full details.
Jesse Brooks has been sentenced to prison for a string of firearm and theft offences across Geelong and Melbourne. Read the full details of the court case and sentencing.
Police confirm a targeted shooting at a Ballajura commercial property is linked to the illegal tobacco market. No injuries reported. Investigations are ongoing.
Squadron Energy says its Port Kembla LNG terminal is the sole fix for the East Coast's gas crisis, set for 2028 but ready by 2027. Read how it aims to cut prices and reliance on new fields.
Shaun David Kennedy will face a higher court over a shooting incident in Beeac. The Geelong Magistrates' Court refused summary jurisdiction. Read the latest on this developing case.
Newcastle Herald readers weigh in on NRL's stance on R360 defectors, renewed climate policy battles, and the impact of recent port blockades. Dive into the local debate.
Former St George Illawarra Dragons forward Trent Merrin has appeared in Port Kembla court, accused of stealing $140,000 in cryptocurrency. The case adjourned for plea negotiations.
Former NRL star Trent Merrin has appeared in a NSW court, accused of stealing $140,000 in Bitcoin from a friend's account. The case adjourned until December 10.
South Australian police have launched a large-scale search for a missing man after his car was discovered abandoned near a popular beach. Authorities are urging the public for any information.
A major 584-lot housing development at Anna Bay has been rejected by planning authorities, citing flood risks, loss of koala habitat, and inconsistency with local strategies. Residents celebrate the win.
A family-run Port Douglas company invests in a new $2.5 million luxury catamaran, Quicksilver's 'Wavedancer Low Isles', to enhance the iconic Low Isles experience and support local tourism. Discover the upgrade.
A man faces court after an alleged attempt to steal a commercial prawn trawler from Port Douglas. Police responded swiftly to the incident at the marina. Read the full story.
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.