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Council's tree removal double standards questioned

Victoria Park Ratepayers Association challenges council over 'highly restrictive' tree policy for residents while 65 trees were removed from Elizabeth Baillie Park. Investigation underway.

Port Stephens Bids for Basketball Stadium

Port Stephens Council launches a last-minute bid to host the Hunter Indoor Sports Centre as Newcastle faces community opposition. Could this resolve the stadium standoff?

Mambo Wetlands conservation fight continues

Conservationists pledge to continue fighting development around Salamander Bay's Mambo Wetlands despite council approving housing plan. Read the latest on this environmental battle.

1954 Port Kembla Nightwatchman Murder Case

The chilling 1954 murder of Port Kembla nightwatchman James Douglas Hawkins, shot by a teenage burglar. Read the full investigation details and trial outcome.

CCTV Released for Port Stephens Golf Club Theft

Police have released CCTV footage of three masked individuals who broke into the Horizons Golf Resort in Salamander Bay. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

Solo yachtsman's mayday call after onboard fire

A solo sailor navigated to safety after an electrical fire crippled his yacht off Port Stephens. Marine Rescue NSW volunteers assisted the vessel with melted electronics. Read the full rescue story.

Newcastle Port faces climate protest ultimatum

Rising Tide activists demand Port of Newcastle choose sides as thousands prepare to symbolically blockade world's largest coal port. Will they support climate action or coal corporations?

CSIRO cuts 350 science jobs as funding crisis deepens

Australia's premier science agency CSIRO is cutting 350 research positions despite chronic underfunding. Learn how this threatens innovation and why experts warn it's becoming a 'glorified consultancy'.

Port Adelaide's historic zero-player AFL draft

Port Adelaide became the first AFL club to not pick a single player in the national draft. Recruiting boss Geoff Parker explains the strategy behind the controversial move.

BlueScope death sparks union safety warning

A 24-year-old contractor was killed at BlueScope's Port Kembla steelworks, sparking union safety warnings and highlighting worker compensation battles in NSW.

CSIRO to cut 350 jobs in major restructure

Australia's national science agency CSIRO announces up to 350 job cuts and $280M maintenance backlog. CEO Doug Hilton explains the hard choices needed to secure Australia's scientific future.

Accused murderer pregnant while awaiting trial

Tamika Chesser, accused of beheading and burning her boyfriend Julian Story in Port Lincoln, revealed to be pregnant while in custody. Premier confirms special protocols for pregnant inmates.

Residents call Nelson Bay hotel plan 'abomination'

Port Stephens residents fiercely oppose a multi-million dollar hotel redevelopment at Nelson Bay marina, criticising its excessive height and 'ugly' design that threatens community views.

BlueScope CEOs address worker death at AGM

BlueScope's leadership addresses tragic death of young contractor Jack McGrath at Port Kembla steelworks during annual meeting, reinforcing safety commitment.

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