Samsung Family Hub Smart Fridge Review
We test Samsung's Bespoke AI Family Hub fridge with 809L capacity, AI cameras and smart home integration. Discover if this connected kitchen centrepiece delivers.
We test Samsung's Bespoke AI Family Hub fridge with 809L capacity, AI cameras and smart home integration. Discover if this connected kitchen centrepiece delivers.
NSW Minerals Council CEO argues Hunter coal mining remains vital for regional economy as global demand hits record 8.8 billion tonnes. Learn why supply restrictions would backfire.
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.
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.
Remote Christmas Island in WA could host Google's $2 billion connectivity hub, transforming the territory into a major digital gateway connecting Australia to Asia.
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.
Novocastrians voice strong opinions on light rail extension costs, high-speed rail impacts, and political controversies in latest community letters. Read the diverse perspectives shaping Newcastle's future.
Stockton residents face transport chaos as Newcastle's ageing ferry fleet breaks down again. Commuters demand action from Keolis Downer and NSW government. Read more.
A Cairns bus driver was violently assaulted while taking a break, prompting urgent calls for improved safety measures from the transport union.
Perth's public transport system is experiencing unprecedented growth with $127 million collected in bus fares alone during 2025. Discover how the city is managing this surge.
Canberra's first private emergency department is set to open in March 2026, offering no wait times and fast scans. Learn how this doctor-led project aims to ease pressure on public hospitals.
ACT Transport Minister Chris Steel dismisses claims taxpayers could have saved money if Woden light rail started sooner, citing pandemic constraints and capacity issues.
Newcastle Herald readers share views on poor retail service, a visionary metro plan for the city, and the heated climate change debate. Read their compelling letters.
New polling reveals 72% of Hunter residents support government investment in renewable energy for manufacturing. Discover how this could save jobs at Tomago Aluminium.
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.
Australian shipbuilder Austal calls for urgent action on WA defence manufacturing precinct, warning South Australia is aggressively pursuing their business. Defence industry at critical juncture.
Australian commuters face a new scam with fake QR codes placed on buses and stops. Learn how to protect your personal and financial data from this creative cybercrime.
New ABS data reveals Scone and Merewether lead Hunter's income surge. Explore the economic trends reshaping the region's wealth distribution.
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.
A historic Geelong wool mill is being transformed into a vibrant food, wine and art destination by the Di Latte family, creating 50 jobs and opening October 2024.
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.
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.
Discover how Devonport's legendary Antique Emporium has become a vital community centre over 23 years, offering connection alongside antiques. Read its inspiring story.
Young activists launch petition to expand Newcastle's light rail network beyond city centre, addressing transport gaps and safety concerns. Join the movement for better public transport.
Newcastle commuters faced major delays on November 11 after an emergency operation halted train services. Services resumed around 8am but were running significantly late.
Pedal Group CEO reveals his urgent plea to Queensland's leader for common-sense e-bike regulations that balance safety with sustainable transport growth.
Norwegian defence giant Kongsberg is establishing a major office hub in Newcastle's Honeysuckle precinct for its $850 million missile program, creating hundreds of jobs and boosting the Hunter region's defence capabilities.
Townsville's airport is experiencing record passenger growth, sparking renewed calls for a dedicated bus service to connect travellers with the CBD and ease traffic congestion.