A 14-year-old basketballer is taking his proposal for a new social court to Lake Macquarie City Council, backed by a 573-signature petition. Will the council approve the plan for Jack Stewart Netball Courts?
Tim Burton's 6-55 inspired Hamwicks' crucial NDCA win, while Ben Curtis smashed an incredible 211* in a local T20 match. Get the full Newcastle cricket wrap.
Kmart has reopened at Charlestown Square, delighting Hunter shoppers. The store is part of a major retail refresh, with Adidas and W Cosmetics also coming. Read more.
Charlestown's Medicare Urgent Care Clinic has doubled its medical staff following overwhelming demand, treating nearly 15,000 patients in its first year. The expansion aims to reduce pressure on local hospital emergency departments.
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.
Lake Macquarie City Council begins $5 million conversion of Charlestown Swim Centre to 100% solar power, cutting 420 tonnes of CO2 annually. A test case for the region's green energy future.
Lake Macquarie City Council begins construction on $1.2 million shared pathway connecting Charlestown and Whitebridge, enhancing community connectivity and active transport options.
The streets of Charlestown, NSW came alive with miniature witches, superheroes and monsters as families celebrated Halloween with traditional trick-or-treating fun.