GWH reveals ambitious plans for a 25-storey mixed-use tower in Newcastle West, transforming a long-vacant site into a vibrant residential precinct. Discover the details of this $43 million development.
14-year-old golf sensation Jesse Linden, a social media star and four-time Australian junior champion, will compete against professionals at the NSW Open. The Vintage club champion aims to make his mark.
Newcastle residents clash over e-bike safety and climate protests as letters reveal deep divisions on transport, housing and environmental policy in the Hunter region.
Hunter residents can now protect their digital data with free encryption tools when using public Wi-Fi. Learn how VPN services secure your online activities in Newcastle and surrounding areas.
After gruelling HSC exams, over 6000 Hunter students swap textbooks for gowns and suits at school formals. Meet the graduates and their unique fashion stories.
Jetstar adds fourth weekly Newcastle-Bali flight from March 2025 and introduces Singapore connection via Denpasar, creating new travel opportunities for Hunter residents.
Newcastle's Wheeler Place transforms into a festive wonderland with an 11-metre Christmas tree, pet 'pawtraits', and family activities throughout November and December. Join the celebration!
Community group accuses Newcastle council of ignoring strong feedback on Ocean Baths upgrades. Read about the heated debate over consultation methods.
Newcastle Council progresses rainbow crossing for Hamilton's Beaumont Street despite concerns about project prioritisation and funding. Local LGBTQIA+ community celebrates visibility win.
Seven people charged over James Callahan's murder await autopsy results as legal battle over individual liability begins in Newcastle court. Read the latest developments.
Central Newcastle Butcher Boys secure Queensland Cup champion Matthew Koellner as new coach Lucas Miller begins team rebuild. Key signings and departures revealed for 2026 Newcastle Rugby League season.
Bloomfield Group locks out Rix's Creek miners after negotiations break down. Union condemns the move as workers fight for a fair enterprise agreement in the Hunter Valley.
Scone-trained Clear Thinking, originally bred by Queen Elizabeth II, aims for consecutive feature wins in Newcastle's $1 million Hunter after claiming the $2 million Kosciuszko. Read the remarkable story.
Yellow Billy Restaurant at Piggs Peake Winery will close permanently in January 2025. Chef Sam Alexander cites personal health reasons after challenging years of COVID, bushfires and floods.
Newcastle will host the opening match of the 2026 Women's State of Origin series on April 30 at McDonald Jones Stadium, marking the third consecutive year the city has been awarded the prestigious fixture.
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.
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 Knights recruit Dylan Brown silences critics with stellar Kiwis form, setting the platform for a club revival under new coach Justin Holbrook.
Mayfield cancer survivor Kit Mills, 7, is thriving after beating leukaemia. His family shares their inspiring journey and how Ronald McDonald House supported them through treatment.
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.
A Newcastle councillor expresses shock over $106,000 spent on Astra Aerolab community survey while social grants remain unfunded. Read the full debate.
A 35-year-old man faces multiple charges after police allege he was caught riding an unlicensed electric motorbike in Newcastle with a blood-alcohol reading of .178.
Hunter's high-risk domestic violence team arrests a 32-year-old man accused of intimidation and assault. The offender remains in custody ahead of Cessnock court appearance.
Newcastle trainer Kris Lees aims to finally capture his hometown's richest race, The Hunter, after three consecutive second-place finishes. The $1 million sprint features strong competition.
Strong winds in Newcastle sent a backyard inflatable pool flying onto powerlines, prompting a safety warning from Ausgrid. The incident highlights fire dangers and the importance of securing outdoor items.
NSW Police launch Operation Amarok XII, releasing images of wanted individuals and targeting high-risk domestic violence offenders across the state to enhance community safety.
A mother's heartbreak as the supervisor who caused her son's death has his sentence reduced. Read the full story of the Newcastle court case and the family's fight for justice.
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.
Waratah amateur Chris Jardine makes golf history with his second career albatross, defying astronomical 6,000,000-1 odds. Read about this incredible sporting achievement.
Hunter entrepreneur Natalie Kradolfer wins Women in Digital award as female-led startups face record-low funding. Discover how women are boosting regional economy.