Hunter clean energy project slammed for biodiversity loss
Key environment group slams Hunter Transmission Project route, warning of irreversible impacts on 66 threatened species. Read the full analysis of this critical NSW energy debate.
Key environment group slams Hunter Transmission Project route, warning of irreversible impacts on 66 threatened species. Read the full analysis of this critical NSW energy debate.
WA's State Government launches 10 state-led precincts to streamline housing approvals and create vibrant communities around Metronet stations. Discover the plan for a more connected Perth.
Newcastle Herald's Hunter Photography Prize is back for 2026. Open to amateur photographers in the Hunter Region. Enter by January 20, 2026 for your chance to win.
Controversial $50 million Strand apartment development in Townsville seeks approval to increase height to 10 storeys, facing community opposition over scale and character concerns.
Townsville residents fight 49-lot housing development fearing increased flooding. Council meeting scheduled for decision. Read the latest updates.
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.
A $5 million federal initiative will transform Hunter's Mt Arthur and Macquarie Coal sites into sustainable assets, creating a national blueprint for economic resilience.
Plans for a 36-apartment high-rise near the redeveloped Queens Park train station have been revealed, promising transit-oriented living and new commercial spaces.
New Lambton residents express deep concerns over the proposed Hunter Indoor Sports Centre location, calling the project's challenges 'insurmountable'. Read the latest community reactions.
A major five-building residential complex has been approved for the Illawarra Leagues Club site in Wollongong, adding 204 apartments to the city centre after Land and Environment Court decision.
A new $6 million service station and childcare centre is underway in Kirwan after developers won a court battle against council objections. Construction progresses on Thuringowa Drive.
New polling reveals 72% of Hunter residents support government investment in renewable energy for manufacturing. Discover how this could save jobs at Tomago Aluminium.
New ABS data reveals Scone and Merewether lead Hunter's income surge. Explore the economic trends reshaping the region's wealth distribution.
The Rural Fire Service has declared an 'extreme' fire danger rating for the Greater Hunter on November 17, 2025. Stay informed with live updates from the Newcastle Herald.
Discover the untold story of Hunter Valley's coal-mining pit horses and their lasting legacy through public art, from Scotland's Kelpies to local sculptures.
McDonald's plans a $5.5 million expansion at Edmonton, creating 40 new jobs. The development application has been submitted to Cairns Regional Council.
Hunter New England faces a diabetes emergency with 90,000 cases. Experts advocate telehealth solutions and new medications to combat what's called humanity's biggest epidemic.
Controversial changes to Wollongong's $275m WIN Grand development see cinema and public pool removed while adding more apartments. Locals call it a 'cynical disregard' for community.
Only 25% of Mount Barker's rezoned farmland developed since controversial 2010 decision. Explore the development challenges and future plans for this Adelaide Hills region.
Kiama's Mayor condemns a state government move to approve a 14-storey apartment block, arguing it overrides local community planning. Read the full story.
Newcastle West's cityscape is evolving with approval of a new 13-level mixed-use development on Hunter Street, bringing modern apartments and commercial space to the growing precinct.
The Hunter region is rallying for a state-of-the-art stadium at Glendale, promising economic growth and world-class sporting facilities for NSW's Central Coast.
The distinctive 237 Wharf Road glass building in Newcastle is being demolished to pave the way for a significant new apartment complex, marking another step in the city's waterfront transformation.
A significant residential development featuring 20 modern townhouses is proposed for Oak Flats, promising to reshape the suburb's housing landscape while addressing local demand.
Discover how Merewether's Brett Graham conquered the Hunter's sustainable seafood challenge and explore the latest foodie news transforming Newcastle's dining scene.
The iconic Lovedale Long Lunch, a staple of the Hunter Valley's culinary calendar for decades, will not return in 2026. Discover why this beloved food and wine festival is ending and what it means for the local community.
A major transformation is coming to Kiama as plans for 450 new apartments across eight storeys get the green light, promising to reshape the coastal town's landscape and address housing demands.
Discover how two of Newcastle's most beloved heritage buildings are being transformed into premium residential spaces, preserving history while creating modern inner-city living.
Townsville City Council unveils ambitious CBD revival strategy featuring parking reforms, enhanced pedestrian access, and major riverfront activation to breathe new life into the city centre.
North Wollongong is poised for a major urban renewal as developers unveil plans for two striking apartment towers that will reshape the coastal suburb's character and provide much-needed housing.