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.
Elderly accountant Joseph Papalia sentenced to 11 years for a $9.6m Ponzi scheme that devastated his tight-knit Harvey community. Read the shocking details of the betrayal.
Perth accountant Joseph Papalia has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for a multi-million dollar fraud that devastated his lifelong friends. Read the shocking details of betrayal and financial ruin.
Bradley Latham, former head of Sydney Markets, faces court over allegations he dishonestly obtained over $1 million. He pleaded not guilty and was granted bail. Full details on the case and asset freeze.
A former Murdoch University manager has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for orchestrating a sophisticated $1 million fraud scheme. Discover the details of the crime and its consequences.
Scammers impersonating senior Home Affairs officers are targeting visa applicants, demanding payment for expedited processing. Minister Tony Burke urges vigilance and shares official safety steps.
A Townsville cleaner is charged with fraud after allegedly using a client's credit card for a $900 shopping spree at Stockland. The case highlights the importance of trust in domestic services.
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.
Former player agent Ricky Nixon faces fraud charges over allegedly fake signed footballs from Melbourne's 2021 premiership win. Captain Max Gawn and other players are key witnesses in the Melbourne court case. Follow the latest developments.
Newcastle's harbour ferry service is suspended due to unplanned maintenance, with replacement buses running. Commuters face significant travel delays. Read more.
Queensland Police issue urgent warning about travelling roof scammers targeting elderly residents. Learn how to protect yourself from fraudulent home maintenance schemes.
A married couple from Kazakhstan is accused of using hidden cameras and earpieces to cheat Sydney's Crown Casino out of over $1.1 million. Police reveal the sophisticated scam. Read the full story.
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.
Newcastle chef Josh Gregory shares his summer vision for Thermidor with new menus featuring seafood, spritzes and approachable dining. Discover the harbourfront dining experience.
An Italian man disguised himself as his deceased mother for three years to collect her pension. Police discovered the mummified body and charged him with multiple offences. Read the shocking details.
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.
Jayde Louise Lewis receives 18-month probation in Townsville court for drug possession and fraud offenses. Learn about the case details and sentencing outcomes.
Police raid homes of Nicheliving executives Ronnie Michel and Paul Bitdorf, seizing phones and documents in major fraud investigation. Key developments revealed.
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.
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.
Convicted fraudster Chris Marco launches appeal against 43 fraud convictions and 14-year prison term for WA's massive $253 million Ponzi scheme. Read the latest developments.
Shawn John Michelin, accused of conning Canberrans out of $40,000 for undelivered landscaping work, claimed wheelchair dependence in bail hearing. Prosecutors dispute his claims.
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.
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.
Two Sydney women face court over an alleged $70 million fortune teller scam targeting the Vietnamese community. Police seized gold bars and luxury items in raids.