Female founders driving Hunter economy amid funding challenges
Hunter entrepreneur Natalie Kradolfer wins Women in Digital award as female-led startups face record-low funding. Discover how women are boosting regional economy.
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Newcastle train delays after emergency operation
Newcastle commuters faced major delays on November 11 after an emergency operation halted train services. Services resumed around 8am but were running significantly late.
Serial fraudster sentenced for Aboriginal community scam
Notorious conman Craig Dale faces justice after swindling a vulnerable remote Aboriginal community recovering from devastating floods. Discover the shocking details of his elaborate scam and the court's final verdict.
Sleapys Foundation Cricket Cup Debuts in Newcastle
Newcastle hosts the inaugural Sleapys Foundation Cricket Cup, bringing together local clubs for a groundbreaking tournament supporting youth mental health awareness and services across the Hunter region.
Colac Otway Business Liquidation Crisis Exposed
New data reveals a troubling wave of business collapses sweeping through Colac Otway, with multiple companies facing liquidation in a single month. Discover which local enterprises are struggling to survive.
Northern NSW Football freezes 2026 registration fees
Football Northern NSW announces fee freeze for 2026 season, providing financial relief to clubs and players across the region while maintaining quality programs.
Charters Towers Business Crisis: November Liquidations Revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking number of companies facing liquidation in Charters Towers during November, exposing the economic challenges facing regional Queensland businesses.
Bell Partners Champions Hunter Business Resilience
Discover how Bell Partners is driving economic recovery in the Hunter region through strategic partnerships, community investment, and innovative business support programs that build lasting resilience.
RB Sellars moves HQ from Melbourne to Geelong
In a significant win for regional Victoria, family-owned business RB Sellars is relocating its entire headquarters from Melbourne to Geelong, bringing new jobs and investment to the Surf Coast region.
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.
Optus Outage Cuts Hunter Residents Off From Triple Zero
Critical telecommunications failure leaves Hunter region residents unable to access emergency services as Optus confirms widespread network outage affecting triple zero calls.
Townsville man faces DV and fraud charges in police crackdown
A major police operation in Townsville has resulted in multiple arrests, including one man facing serious domestic violence and fraud allegations as authorities ramp up efforts to combat crime.
Barrack Point man charged over $140K crypto theft
A 35-year-old Barrack Point man has been charged following a sophisticated cryptocurrency theft investigation involving nearly $140,000 in digital assets. Police allege the accused used fake identities to drain victims' crypto wallets in a calculated sche
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.
Couple sentenced for attempted $80k insurance fraud
A Fraser Reymond Cross and Rebecca Ann Buckridge's elaborate boat sinking plot to claim $80,000 insurance payout ends with criminal convictions and stern judicial warning.
NSW man charged over alleged $140,000 cryptocurrency theft
A New South Wales man faces serious charges after allegedly orchestrating a sophisticated cryptocurrency theft worth $140,000, with police revealing breakthrough forensic techniques led to his arrest nearly a year later.
Motorcyclist hospitalised after Mount Hutton crash
A motorcyclist remains in Newcastle hospital after a serious crash on Wilsons Road, Mount Hutton. Emergency services rushed to the scene as investigations into the cause continue.
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.
Perth fraud accused seeks judge-only trial over $500K claims
Accused fraudster Christopher Michael Brown seeks to avoid a jury trial as he faces serious theft charges involving nearly half a million dollars in Perth District Court.
Hunter businesses triumph at NSW Business Awards
Hunter Valley companies dominate the NSW Business Awards with multiple winners showcasing regional excellence and innovation on the state stage.
Tablelands Business Liquidations: October Crisis Revealed
Exclusive investigation uncovers multiple business collapses across the Tablelands region, highlighting financial challenges facing local enterprises in Far North Queensland.
NGM Group Unveils New Newcastle HQ Plan
Newcastle's financial powerhouse NGM Group reveals ambitious plans for a state-of-the-art headquarters in the CBD, promising to revitalise the city centre and create hundreds of jobs.
Cairns Business Collapses: October Liquidations Revealed
Exclusive investigation uncovers the Cairns companies that closed their doors in October, from construction firms to hospitality ventures. Discover which local businesses couldn't weather the economic storm.
Golden Plains Business Liquidations: Regional Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals multiple Golden Plains businesses entering liquidation, raising concerns about regional economic challenges and what it means for local communities.
Perth fund manager jailed for multi-million dollar Ponzi scheme
Former Nedlands financial advisor Chris Marco has been sentenced to prison for operating a sophisticated Ponzi scheme that defrauded investors of millions, with victims including his own family members and friends.
Ex-Children's Centre Director Jailed for Theft
A former Weston Creek Children's Centre director has been sentenced to jail after pleading guilty to stealing over $150,000 from the community facility.
Aged Care Worker Accused of Stealing from Elderly Patient
A Gold Coast aged care worker faces serious allegations after being accused of systematically stealing thousands from an elderly dementia patient in a disturbing breach of trust.
Townsville Business Confidence Plummets After Year of Growth
Townsville's business optimism has hit a 12-month low as new survey data reveals mounting challenges facing local enterprises. Discover what's driving the decline and how businesses are responding.
Newcastle drug dealer caught with $77,000 cash stash
A major police operation in Adamstown uncovered a substantial drug dealing operation with $77,000 in cash and prohibited substances seized during a targeted raid.
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