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.
Cardiff Hawks junior Max King fulfills AFL dream after being selected by Sydney Swans at pick 49. The 18-year-old forward receives welcome text from Isaac Heeney ahead of pre-season training.
WA Police Minister Reece Whitby attributes climbing road toll to reckless behaviour as fatalities reach 68. Urgent call for driver responsibility amid alarming statistics.
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.
A devastating series of car crashes across NSW and Victoria has claimed six lives. Investigations continue as communities mourn the tragic loss of life.
A spectacular five-bedroom Whitebridge residence blending Balinese resort luxury with family living goes to auction December 13. Featuring a self-contained studio and resort-style pool.
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.
Belmont's Max King joins Sydney Swans as pick 49 in AFL draft, following footsteps of fellow Cardiff Hawks junior Isaac Heeney. Read about his journey from Newcastle to professional AFL.
Newcastle and Hunter Region face severe thunderstorms with large hail, damaging winds and heavy rain. Stay updated with live weather alerts and safety information.
NSW Rural Fire Service crews work through the night to contain a 1469-hectare bushfire near Salisbury. Get the latest updates on fire containment efforts and smoke warnings.
Nine alleged Finks OMCG members face charges for firearm, drug, affray, and sexual touching offences following Raptor Squad raids across the Hunter Region. Read the full details.
Follow live updates as conservationists work to save unique native snakes in the Hunter region. Stay informed about local news and environmental efforts.
Smoke from a days-long fire in Karuah Nature Reserve blankets Newcastle. RFS issues health warning. Stay updated with live coverage and critical alerts.
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.
Federal government advances high-speed rail connecting Newcastle to Sydney, promising 90,000 jobs and 40,000 new homes. Transformative infrastructure project set to reshape regional economies.
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.
Anticipation builds for the Canberra Region Local Business Awards gala on November 19. Judges praise the high quality of finalists, showcasing the region's exceptional business community.
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.
A three-vehicle crash on the M1 Pacific Motorway is causing significant traffic delays. Stay informed with live updates on the situation and alternative routes.
Newcastle's Rising Tide activists respond to tourism criticism while highlighting the $200 million flood damage. Local letters also tackle quarry approval and political accountability.
Corazon Mining applies to expand its Two Pools gold project in WA's Gascoyne, targeting a major new greenstone extension. Read about the high-grade potential.
Newcastle residents gathered at Civic Park to honour fallen soldiers on Remembrance Day. Kerry Nash shares her family's multi-generational sacrifice story in emotional tribute.
Newcastle commuters faced major delays on November 11 after an emergency operation halted train services. Services resumed around 8am but were running significantly late.
Newcastle hosts the inaugural Sleapys Foundation Cricket Cup, bringing together local clubs for a groundbreaking tournament supporting youth mental health awareness and services across the Hunter region.
New data reveals a troubling wave of business collapses sweeping through Colac Otway, with multiple companies facing liquidation in a single month. Discover which local enterprises are struggling to survive.
Football Northern NSW announces fee freeze for 2026 season, providing financial relief to clubs and players across the region while maintaining quality programs.
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.
A devastating light aircraft accident in rural NSW has resulted in the death of the pilot, with emergency services responding to the scene in a remote paddock near The Rock.