Urgent search for missing Belmont man Andrew Leggett
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.
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 59-year-old Mooroobool man faces serious assault charges after being shot by police in Cairns. The incident occurred on Elphinstone St following reports of a man with a knife. Read the latest.
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.
Peter Ryan, the former top cop who reformed the NSW Police Force after the Wood Royal Commission, has died. Read about his turbulent tenure and lasting legacy.
A 53-year-old man has been charged with serious assault after being shot by police in Cairns. The incident occurred on Friday night on Anderson Street. Read the full details.
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.
Police provide a tragic update after a woman's body was discovered in a vehicle parked outside a South Coast station. Investigations are ongoing.
A station owner who bragged for 15 years about only eating his neighbour's stolen cattle finally gets his comeuppance. Read the full bush justice tale.
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.
Police have launched a critical incident investigation after a woman's body was discovered in a car outside Lake Illawarra police station. The death is under independent review.
Plans for twin 'Rock' service stations north of Newcastle gain momentum, set to create 100 jobs and revive a site with deep Australian road trip history. Construction approval expected soon.
Widespread blackouts crippled parts of Australia after multiple power stations failed during the morning peak. Discover the cause and ongoing impact on the national grid.
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.
A 48-year-old woman was discovered deceased in a parked vehicle outside the Lake Illawarra police station. Police believe she may have been there for three days. A critical incident has been declared.
A major dual-service centre is set to rise on the Pacific Highway near Tea Gardens, creating 100 jobs and reviving the iconic 'Rock' site destroyed by fire in 2018. Read about the community's excitement and the project's strategic importance for freight.
The families of two constables killed in the Wieambilla ambush are suing NSW and Queensland police for nervous shock, alleging negligence. They seek changes to prevent future tragedies.
A serious truck and car collision on Perth's Kwinana Freeway has shut the Mandurah train line and caused major traffic delays. A woman was hospitalised. Commuters urged to avoid the area.
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.
A $14 million mixed-use development in Mosman Park's station precinct has been approved, featuring shops and apartments. Read about the project's details and community impact.
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.
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.
A proposed 94-place childcare centre in Fairy Meadow requires a rule variation as it's within 500m of three service stations. The DA outlines plans for two-storey use and traffic management. Read the full details.
Geelong police charge man and arrest teenager following alleged assault on disabled woman at Waurn Ponds station. Community urged to report information.
Queensland Police remove on-call allowances from Cape York officers, sparking union outrage and concerns about remote policing. Learn about the impacts.
Belmont's UK import Fletcha Middleton scores unbeaten 200 while three Standing brothers create club history for Charlestown in Newcastle district cricket action. Read the full match reports.
A 16-year-old boy was hit by a police vehicle after fleeing arrest near Gordon Railway Station. The teen was treated for minor injuries as investigations continue.
WA Government to extend planning controls along Fremantle train line for medium to high-density housing. Local councils express concern over existing plans being overridden.
A newborn baby, less than 24 hours old, was discovered outside a Tuggeranong fire station. Police urge the mother to seek medical help immediately.