Construction on the $4 billion Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone will begin early 2026, creating nearly 600 jobs and connecting 1.8GW of clean power. Read more about this major NSW project.
A $5 million McDonald's proposal opposite Toukley Public School has been formally rejected by Central Coast Council, ending a year-long community fight over traffic and safety concerns.
Deputy State Coroner finds Mortal Sin drummer Wayne Campbell died shortly after vanishing from his Warrawong home in August 2022. The inquest details his final movements and legacy.
An eight-month-old Eastern Grey kangaroo joey named Rooster is thriving after being thrown from his mother's pouch. Australian Reptile Park staff call his survival a festive miracle.
An urgent search is underway for Barry, 78, missing from Cliftleigh. Follow live updates and learn how you can help. The community is urged to report any sightings.
Newcastle Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge shares a powerful wartime story of finding a life's purpose in peace after tragedy, urging compassion following Sunday's events.
A 61-year-old Central Coast man has been sentenced to four years in prison for defrauding the Australian government through a scam involving visa applications and business grants. Read the full details of the case.
The NSW government's draft planning framework proposes merging the Hunter and Central Coast into a single region. The Property Council calls for a clear metropolitan strategy to unlock housing and jobs.
Perth Glory coach Adam Griffiths remains calm despite a growing injury list ahead of the crucial A-League Men's clash against Central Coast Mariners. Get the latest team news and his confident outlook.
Wollongong businesses lament a 'step backwards' as fire safety concerns force a ban on outdoor dining in Crown Lane. Discover the impact on local nightlife and council plans.
Volunteers have discovered a phone and a makeshift shelter believed to belong to Celine Cremer, missing in Tasmania since 2023. Police are now joining the search effort.
Police and community are searching for Andrew Leggett, 56, missing from Belmont. Follow live updates on the Newcastle Herald blog for breaking news across the Hunter.
A new $25 million shopping centre in Alkimos gets the green light, featuring a supermarket, childcare, medical centre, and 301 car parks. The project is a major boost for the growing northern suburb.
A festive gift wrap fundraiser at Cairns Central is raising vital funds to upgrade the Special Care Nursery at Cairns Hospital, providing crucial support for premature and sick newborns and their families.
A coronial inquest and new podcast will investigate the baffling 2014 disappearance of Ben Chisholm on Magnetic Island. What happened to the young man?
Newcastle Jets' unbeaten start shattered by Central Coast Mariners in a ruthless 4-1 A-League Women's defeat. Captain Cassidy Davis demands improvement after a delayed and disappointing F3 Derby clash.
A 55-year-old man was stabbed at Bankstown Central in Western Sydney. A 27-year-old man has been charged. Read the latest on this shocking incident.
A fast-moving bushfire has gutted homes in Koolewong, NSW. Over 250 firefighters battled the blaze as residents watched on in horror. Read the latest updates.
At least 12 homes have been lost in a fierce bushfire at Koolewong on the NSW Central Coast, as extreme heat and winds drive dangerous conditions across multiple regions. Residents urged to enact survival plans.
Homes have been engulfed in a fast-moving bushfire near Woy Woy on the Central Coast. Residents in several streets are told to leave immediately if safe to do so. Read the latest updates and safety advice.
Emergency warnings are active as bushfires damage multiple homes on the NSW Central Coast. Residents told to evacuate immediately. Know the latest.
Central Coast father Troy Sullivan faces aggressive stage four melanoma just months after a clean bill of health. His family's urgent mission to raise awareness about early detection.
Police are urgently seeking public assistance to locate a 14-year-old Cairns girl last seen in Manunda on November 28. Her family is deeply concerned for her welfare.
Train services on Perth's Mandurah Line have resumed after a serious truck and car collision on the Kwinana Freeway near Cockburn station damaged rail infrastructure and halted services for hours. A woman was hospitalised.
The Cram Foundation celebrates a year of innovation, expanding its Supported Independent Living homes through co-design. CEO Alisha Musker outlines their commitment to choice and a future-ready organisation.
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 primary school-aged boy was hospitalised after being hit by a ute and trapped beneath its trailer in a Jesmond car park. The incident sparks renewed safety warnings as NSW moves to regulate e-scooter power.
South Australian Police have launched a large-scale search for a missing man in the Adelaide Hills. Authorities are urging the public for any information.
Kain, 28, describes finding his grandmother Diane Harkess dead in her Bateau Bay unit. A man has been charged with murder as the family struggles with loss.
South Australian sailor Deirdre 'Cookie' Sibly and French companion found dead after distress signal in dangerous Mozambique Channel waters. Read the full story.