Newcastle-Sydney high-speed rail faces community doubts
Newcastle residents question high-speed rail feasibility while climate protests and government policies spark heated community debate. Read local perspectives on infrastructure and environment.
Newcastle residents question high-speed rail feasibility while climate protests and government policies spark heated community debate. Read local perspectives on infrastructure and environment.
Newcastle Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge speaks out about Rising Tide protests while drawing parallels with his cancer treatment. Read his powerful message about science and hope.
Newcastle ranks as Australia's 7th most congested city. Commuters spend 19 minutes daily in traffic, costing over $2500 annually. Discover the impact and planned transport solutions.
The fate of Pakington Street's controversial development plan now rests with an independent panel after council deferral. Learn what this means for Geelong's iconic precinct.
Exclusive polling reveals 80% of Canberrans want climate impacts considered in Albanese government's environment laws, with Labor risking voter backlash in marginal seats.
Noongar woman Emma Garlett explores how changing seasons signal land stress and why Indigenous knowledge matters for Australia's environmental future. Learn more.
Police investigate a security breach at Port of Newcastle as 29 incidents reported in six weeks ahead of a major climate protest harbour blockade planned for this weekend.
As COP30 climate summit approaches, Australia faces pressure to lead fossil fuel phase-out. Will global talks deliver binding commitments? Analysis inside.
Newcastle students walk out of school to demand climate action from government. 17-year-old organizer explains why fossil fuel approvals threaten their future.
Expert analysis reveals Australia's defence vulnerability lies not in invasion but supply chain disruption. Learn why fuel security and national resilience matter more than traditional defence spending.
How Walter Burley Griffin's 1925 gazetted plan continues to influence Australia's capital city, balancing monumental ambition with bush capital ideals. Explore the enduring legacy.
From friendly greetings to climate policy and light rail extensions, Newcastle residents share diverse opinions on local issues. Read the community conversation.
SA Premier Peter Malinauskas reveals Adelaide's failed COP31 climate conference bid cost taxpayers $1.5 million, branding the selection process 'obscene'. The Premier remains committed to future hosting opportunities.
Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley has dramatically abandoned Australia's net zero by 2050 target, declaring it 'dead'. The policy reversal creates major political division ahead of COP30.
Port Pirie's historic smelter completes first metal pour in $200M rescue plan, securing 750 jobs and regional economic future. Read the breakthrough details.
Australia's bid to host COP31 climate summit falls short as Turkey wins hosting rights. Despite the setback, opportunities remain for climate leadership in the region.
Hunter students are walking out of school to protest new coal and gas projects. They demand climate action from a government they accuse of greenwashing.
Adelaide's bid to host the 2026 UN climate summit COP31 has failed, with the event going to Turkiye. The state government spent millions on the unsuccessful proposal. Download the app for more.
The National Press Club faces criticism for hosting Futurecoal's CEO Michelle Manook, accused of promoting coal greenwashing. Experts warn this undermines climate action.
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.
AGL and the Australian Energy Council reaffirm commitment to net zero by 2050, creating a stark divide with the Coalition's new climate policy. Discover how this impacts Australia's energy future.
Australia abandons COP31 climate summit bid, clearing path for Turkey to host 2026 UN conference. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese cites global economic pressures for strategic withdrawal.
Lake Macquarie councillors have voted for a fundamental review of coastal flooding policy as properties at risk surge to 12,000. Discover what this means for homeowners.
Experts warn Australia's environmental laws won't stop extinction crisis without addressing human population growth and consumption patterns. Read the urgent call for action.
Lake Macquarie Council invites community feedback to shape the future master plan for Speers Point Park. Share your ideas before December 14 to help transform this beloved green space.
New data shows significant climate progress despite pessimism. Australia leads in renewable adoption with solar and EVs transforming our energy future. Read the facts.
The Coalition unveils dramatic policy shifts with Barnaby Joyce assuming dual leadership roles and climate targets abandoned. Explore what this means for Australia's political landscape.
Discover how buying off-the-plan in Perth's heated market offers price certainty, capital growth potential, and an escape from the rental crisis. Plan your future today.
A groundbreaking conservation project has successfully relocated 64000 turtle eggs from Raine Island to cooler beaches, offering new hope for the world's largest green turtle nesting site. Discover how this innovative approach is combating climate change
Australian actress Cate Blanchett meets Pope Francis at the Vatican to discuss climate change and environmental activism. Exclusive details inside.