Push to Add Weight-Loss Drugs to PBS Subsidy Scheme
Health Minister Mark Butler confirms a push to list drugs like Wegovy on the PBS, potentially saving thousands for Australians with obesity. Read the latest.
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Severe heatwave, high fire danger hits Hunter Region
The Hunter Region faces a severe heatwave with soaring temperatures and extreme fire danger. Stay informed with live updates on weather, safety alerts, and local news from Newcastle Herald.
First Home Buyer Grant Inflates WA Property Prices
New analysis reveals WA's boosted first home buyer grant has increased property prices by 4.5%, adding $30k to the median home. Is the scheme helping or hurting affordability?
Fatal bus and car crash on NSW Central Coast
A 26-year-old man has died after a collision with a bus on Scenic Drive at Colongra. Police are investigating and appealing for dashcam footage.
Plan to turn Upper Hunter mining voids into lakes
A visionary plan to repurpose disused Upper Hunter mining pits into interconnected lakes gains momentum, promising water security, tourism, and jobs. Read about the innovative solution.
Remembering the Hunter's deadly 1939 heatwave
As a severe heatwave looms, we revisit the Hunter's 1939 furnace that killed scores, halted work, and left a tragic mark on local records. Discover the history to understand the present.
$100M Low-Interest Loans for WA Aged Care Beds
The WA Government unveils a $100 million low-interest loan scheme to help aged care providers build new beds and upgrade facilities. Learn how this initiative tackles the critical shortage.
Hunter's Severe Weather Warning Ahead of Scorching Heat
The Bureau of Meteorology issues a severe thunderstorm warning for the Hunter region, with damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain expected. This comes ahead of the first major heatwave of 2026, with temperatures forecast to soar above 30°C in Newcastle and
Return and Earn hits $1.5bn milestone, plans expansion
NSW's container deposit scheme has paid out $1.5 billion in refunds, recycling 15 billion containers. The state plans to include wine and spirit bottles from 2027, boosting the circular economy.
Cancer Drug Delayed by PBS Bureaucracy, Family Pleads
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.
Major milestone for Belmont Desalination Plant as barge arrives
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.
Perth Councils Miss Short-Term Rental Deadline
Despite a looming deadline, one-third of Perth's metropolitan councils have failed to adopt the state's short-term rental planning scheme, raising concerns over enforcement and housing supply. Read more.
Hunter SES smashes record with over 5000 incidents in 2025
Hunter SES crews faced their busiest year ever, responding to over 5000 incidents and 10,000 volunteer hours in 2025's severe storms and floods. Read about their heroic efforts.
Hunter's 2026 clean energy transition: progress and setbacks
A look at the Hunter region's clean energy transition in 2026: battery storage surges, coal lingers, and offshore wind faces delays. Discover the key projects shaping NSW's power future.
PBS Medicine Prices Slashed for Australians in 2025
Millions of Australians will save on prescription costs as PBS co-payments drop to $31.60 from New Year's Day. Find out how the federal government's policy affects you.
Newcastle's 2025: A Year of Headlines and Heartbreak
From a fatal beach shooting to devastating floods and a major health initiative, revisit the stories that defined the Hunter region in 2025. Read the full year in review.
Petition for Rural Health Travel Scheme Reform Gains Thousands
A petition with over 8,000 signatures calls for urgent reform of the Queensland Health Travel Scheme, citing unfair costs for regional and rural health workers. Advocates demand change.
Missing man's body found in NSW mid-north coast bushland
Police have discovered the body of 37-year-old Christopher Bonds in Old Bar bushland, three weeks after he was reported missing. A report is being prepared for the Coroner.
Hunter population to near 1 million by 2041
State projections reveal the Hunter Region is set to grow by over 184,500 people in two decades, nearing a million residents. Local leaders warn housing and infrastructure must keep pace.
Multi-agency summer blitz on NSW beaches and waterways
A major police operation across Port Stephens beaches, waterways and national parks resulted in over 630 breath tests, dozens of fines and multiple arrests. Read the full details of the holiday crackdown.
Glider Crash Lands in Hunter Valley, Man Airlifted
A man in his 60s was flown to John Hunter Hospital with chest and back injuries after a glider crash near Ravensworth. Emergency services, including the Westpac Rescue Helicopter, responded to the incident.
Hunter's 2025 Sports Awards: Knights Woes, Jets Joy & Bizarre Moments
A rollercoaster year for Hunter sport gets its own awards. From the Knights' wooden spoon to the Jets' Cup win and Kalyn Ponga's bizarre endorsement, we recap the highs, lows and wacky moments of 2025.
Three Critical Issues Shaping the Hunter's Path to 2050
As the Hunter Region looks towards 2050, three critical issues—coal mining's legacy, unchecked urban sprawl, and lagging education—will define its future success. Explore the cumulative impacts.
Firefighter injured in Hunter Valley bushfire
A NSW Rural Fire Service volunteer was hospitalised after a stick lodged near his eye while fighting the Hollydeen blaze. He has since been released after surgery.
Boxing Day stabbing at The Entrance restaurant
A 40-year-old man has been charged after an alleged domestic violence stabbing at a Central Coast restaurant on Boxing Day. The 63-year-old victim was airlifted to hospital in a serious condition.
ACT Christmas Recycling Guide: What Goes in Which Bin
Canberra residents urged to recycle responsibly over the holidays. Learn what wrapping paper, cards & packaging can go in the yellow bin, plus Christmas collection changes.
Coulsons Creek Road reopens after five-year closure
Upper Hunter farmers celebrate as the critical Coulsons Creek Road reopens just before Christmas, ending a costly five-year detour. The $60 million project fixes a botched council upgrade.
Hunter REZ to create 600 jobs, construction starts 2026
Construction on the $600m Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone begins early 2026, creating nearly 600 jobs and connecting 1.8GW of clean power. Read about the region's energy future.
Gas Scheme Praised for Securing North Qld Industry
Bob Katter hails the domestic gas reservation scheme for protecting North Queensland manufacturing jobs and slashing energy costs. Discover how this policy is fuelling local industry.
Hunter $4bn Renewable Energy Zone construction starts 2026
Construction on the $4 billion Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone will begin early 2026, creating nearly 600 jobs and connecting 1.8GW of clean power. Read more about this major NSW project.
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