MP demands probe into deadly hospital mould outbreak
Upper Hunter MP demands NSW Health Minister investigate deadly mould in Calvary Mater Hospital's cancer wards. Class action underway as safety concerns mount.
Upper Hunter MP demands NSW Health Minister investigate deadly mould in Calvary Mater Hospital's cancer wards. Class action underway as safety concerns mount.
A 17-year-old motorcyclist is fighting for life after running a red light and colliding with a car in Adamstown Heights during severe storms. Read the latest on this developing story.
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.
Newcastle chef Josh Gregory shares his summer vision for Thermidor with new menus featuring seafood, spritzes and approachable dining. Discover the harbourfront dining experience.
Brad Smith's heartbreaking love letter to his wife and twin daughters before dying from brain cancer. A story of love, family and legacy in Newcastle.
Cairns Hospital faces a $5.3 million blowout in patient travel subsidies, with disruptive groups drinking near the facility creating major access issues. Learn how this impacts healthcare delivery.
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.
Osborne Park Hospital's $1.8 billion expansion features a new six-storey women and babies' health building. Construction starts early 2025. Have your say on the plans.
Newcastle police seek public assistance to locate Sunny, 30, last seen at John Hunter Hospital. Follow live updates and contact authorities with information.
Canberra public housing tenants endure dangerous mould and repair delays as maintenance contractor Programmed faces scrutiny. Housing advocates demand accountability amid growing waitlists.
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.
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.
Hunter New England Health requires financial bailouts as Grattan Institute reveals hospitals are 'held back by bogus budgets'. Discover the systemic funding issues affecting patient care.
For 25 years, clown doctors in WA have brought joy to sick children in hospital. Discover how their unique brand of medicine is transforming the healthcare experience for kids.
State leaders demand transparency as PM Albanese conducts hospital funding negotiations behind closed doors. Emergency meeting called amid healthcare crisis concerns.
Western Australia's public hospitals face critical funding shortages due to flawed federal-state agreements. Experts demand immediate reform to protect healthcare services.
University Hospital Geelong faces legal action after a woman died from alleged catheter perforation. Family seeks justice for medical negligence that cost a life.
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.
King Edward Memorial Hospital pioneers revolutionary skin monitoring technology for premature infants, potentially transforming neonatal care standards across Australia.
The $42.4 million Atherton Hospital redevelopment reaches its final construction phase, delivering enhanced healthcare services for Far North Queensland communities by mid-2024.
A 10-week-old baby was miraculously saved by LifeFlight after a serious car crash in Queensland. Discover how the rescue crew flew 350km to get him the urgent care he needed.
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.
Dozens of elderly patients occupy three full hospital wards in Townsville with no aged care placements available. Health crisis deepens as beds remain blocked.
A 23-year-old man was seriously injured after his car hit a tree and burst into flames on Jon Sanders Drive in Herdsman. Police heroically pulled him from the wreck.
Townsville baby Stevie O'Reilly becomes world's most premature surviving infant after being born at just 21 weeks. Read this incredible survival story.
The Animal Referral and Emergency Centre in Broadmeadow opens a new, larger 24-hour veterinary hospital on November 19, featuring advanced CT scanning and hydrotherapy.
Meet Stevie O'Reilly, born at 21 weeks in Townsville, now Australia's most premature surviving baby. Discover her incredible journey and medical breakthrough.
A demolition derby at the Walcha Showground turned to tragedy after a car crashed into a grandstand, leaving a 54-year-old man critical and 12 others injured. The driver's brother says he 'blacked out'.