Geelong's 1980s BMX Scene Captured in Rare Photos
Rediscover Geelong's electric 1980s BMX scene through stunning archival photos. See how local tracks and riders fuelled a global sporting phenomenon. Dive into the history!
Rediscover Geelong's electric 1980s BMX scene through stunning archival photos. See how local tracks and riders fuelled a global sporting phenomenon. Dive into the history!
East Belmont snatched a last-ball win over Grovedale, while Luke Ford's century powered St Peters to victory in a dramatic Round 9 of GCA1 cricket. Get all the scores and highlights.
A Geelong man known as 'Catman' is heartbroken after a fire destroyed his unique Catcave sanctuary. The community is rallying to support him. Read the full story.
A severe storm cut short racing at the Australian Skiff Championships on Lake Macquarie, causing broken masts. Over 100 crews are competing this week. Read more.
Annual reports show two Illawarra council CEOs received higher pay packets than Premier Chris Minns. Explore the figures and the reasons behind the salaries.
Geelong's property market has started 2025 with solid auction activity. See the latest sales results and which suburbs are performing strongly.
A Townsville family's desperate fight for a lifesaving cancer drug is stalled by PBS bureaucracy. Their plea highlights systemic delays affecting patients across Australia. Read their story.
A jack-up barge has positioned itself off Nine Mile Beach, signalling the start of complex offshore works for the Belmont Desalination Plant. The project will secure the Lower Hunter's water future.
A City of Belmont residents' group has labelled annual electors' meetings a 'complete waste of time', questioning council engagement after low attendance and over 20 motions were presented. Read more on the local democracy debate.
A Kiama developer has successfully added a fifth level to a Surf Beach apartment complex via the Land and Environment Court, securing approval for five extra units. Read the full details and conditions.
A major 400-dwelling development in Raymond Terrace has been denied a fast-track approval by the NSW Housing Delivery Authority, deemed too dense for the area. Read the full details.
Hinchinbrook Shire Council issues a formal warning to residents living unlawfully in sheds, caravans, and other structures. Learn the rules and potential fines.
A dramatic final round before the Christmas break saw City snatch top spot, a teen prodigy return with a ton, and a rare reverse outright in Newcastle's first-grade cricket.
Geelong's real estate market finished strong with a 79% clearance rate in the final auctions before Christmas. Discover which suburbs saw the biggest sales.
A jack-up barge has positioned itself off Nine Mile Beach, signalling the start of complex offshore works for the Belmont Desalination Plant. The project will secure the Lower Hunter's water future.
Police and community are searching for Andrew Leggett, 56, missing from Belmont. Follow live updates on the Newcastle Herald blog for breaking news across the Hunter.
A 32-year-old Swansea man faces court over allegedly displaying a prohibited Nazi symbol on a boat in a public place. Police seized two vessels during their investigation.
Canberra's Garema Place reopens after lengthy redevelopment, drawing mixed reactions from locals. Is the new sand-toned concrete plaza an improvement or a missed opportunity?
The Geelong property market saw strong activity in early December. Discover which suburbs recorded standout sales and what the latest auction results reveal about local demand.
Lake Macquarie City Council is set to formally begin its search for a new CEO while also deciding on two significant housing developments that exceed current planning controls. Read the latest.
Geelong's property market saw strong results in early December. Discover which suburbs achieved standout sales and what the latest auction clearance rates reveal about local demand.
A flawlessly renovated dual-level waterfront home in Belmont with 180-degree Lake Macquarie views is now on the market. Ideal for downsizers seeking a low-maintenance luxury lifestyle.
City of Stirling Mayor Mark Irwin and CEO Stevan Rodic are heading to the US again, with the $30,000+ trip funded by ratepayers. The visit aims to strengthen sister city ties with Anaheim.
A new $1.9 million beachfront campground with 100 sites has opened at Lake Macquarie's Belmont Wetlands, promising a major boost for Hunter eco-tourism and local jobs.
Anthony Larmah, 25, has been sentenced to three years in prison for a violent home invasion and attack on a Belmont mother with a meat cleaver. Read the full court details.
Belmont Forum transforms Christmas shopping with a free 4D grotto, interactive selfie zones, and daily letter-writing prizes. Discover festive fun for the whole family.
Newcastle Council approves changes to an eight-storey Hall Street development, swapping one-bedroom units for three-bedroom apartments in response to market demand. Read the full details.
Tasmania's parliament has approved the contentious $1.13 billion Macquarie Point stadium, a key condition for the state's entry into the AFL and AFLW in 2028. The divisive project now moves forward.
The Meow Meow Hotel in Cardiff opens next Monday, offering stress-free boarding for up to 30 cats. Read how owners overcame council hurdles for this premium facility.
Belmont and Cessnock Public Schools are top performers in new NAPLAN results, with Belmont showing consistent gains and closing equity gaps. Discover the data and insights.