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Newcastle crime spree ends with 12-year jail sentence

A Newcastle man's terrifying crime wave across the Hunter region culminates in a 12-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to multiple violent offences including armed robbery and police pursuit.

Vandals Cause Major Optus Network Outage in Hunter

Thousands of Optus customers across the Hunter region were left stranded after deliberate cable damage caused major network outages. The telecommunications giant confirms malicious vandalism is to blame for the service disruption.

Perth Storm Crisis: Flash Flooding & Hail Threat

Western Australia faces another round of dangerous weather as the Bureau of Meteorology issues severe storm warnings for Perth and surrounding regions, with potential flash flooding and damaging hail.

Optus outage may have cut emergency service access

A major Optus network failure across the Hunter region has potentially severed access to emergency services, with thousands of customers unable to make Triple Zero calls during the critical outage.

Australia Braces for Widespread Rain and Storms

A significant rain and storm system is set to sweep across large portions of Australia, bringing much-needed rainfall to drought-affected areas while raising flood concerns in others. Meteorologist Jane Bunn provides detailed forecasts.

Brett Graham Wins Hunter Tuna Trail Crown

Discover how Merewether's Brett Graham conquered the Hunter's sustainable seafood challenge and explore the latest foodie news transforming Newcastle's dining scene.

Lovedale Long Lunch Cancelled for 2026

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.

Hunter faces sexual assault charges in NSW court

Robert Collin Wallace, a 42-year-old hunter from NSW, has been charged with multiple sexual assault offences following a police investigation. The accused appeared in Queanbeyan Local Court and will face further proceedings in August.

Warwick Aerodrome roof torn off in Queensland storms

Severe thunderstorms have torn through Southern Queensland for the third consecutive day, causing significant damage including the complete destruction of Warwick Aerodrome's roof and leaving thousands without power.

Cyclone Kalmaegi threatens Aussie travellers in Asia

Australian travellers heading to Southeast Asia face major disruption as Tropical Cyclone Kalmaegi intensifies. The Department of Foreign Affairs issues critical safety alerts for multiple destinations including Bali, Thailand and Vietnam.

Cessnock man jailed for road rage stabbing attack

A Cessnock man's violent road rage attack involving a knife has resulted in a prison sentence. Discover the shocking details of the incident that left another driver seriously injured.

Nationals ditch net zero as Tomago crisis threatens jobs

Australia's political landscape shifts dramatically as the Nationals abandon their net zero commitment following the collapse of energy negotiations for Tomago Aluminium, putting 1,000 direct jobs and regional economy at risk.

Geelong Soaked: 192mm Downpour After 30C Heat

Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula experience dramatic weather whiplash as torrential overnight rain follows a hot summer day, causing localised flooding and disruption.

Hunter accountant admits $850k fraud scheme

A Hunter Region accountant has admitted to orchestrating an elaborate $850,000 fraud scheme, leaving local businesses reeling and facing potential jail time after systematic theft spanning years.

Hexham Straight upgrade complete: Relief for drivers

After years of frustration, the major Hexham Straight highway upgrade is officially finished, delivering smoother and safer journeys for thousands of daily commuters and freight operators in the Hunter region.

Hunter Valley woman allegedly shot dead in home

A Hunter Valley community is in shock after Rhukaya Lake, 39, was allegedly shot and killed in her own home, leaving her family devastated as police launch a homicide investigation.

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