Redbank biomass plant heads to court
Verdant Earth Technologies takes legal action after NSW planning commission rejects proposal to convert Redbank power station to biomass energy. Court appeal underway.
Verdant Earth Technologies takes legal action after NSW planning commission rejects proposal to convert Redbank power station to biomass energy. Court appeal underway.
Hunter Valley golfer Corey Lamb explains why avoiding Cameron Smith and Adam Scott early in the Australian PGA Championship could be his secret weapon. Read his strategy.
Canberra's proportion of federal public servants drops to 35% despite record workforce numbers. Discover how remote work reshapes APS distribution across Australia.
Newcastle police seek public assistance to locate Sunny, 30, last seen at John Hunter Hospital. Follow live updates and contact authorities with information.
Irish expat Cal McIlwaine reveals how landing a FIFO job in Western Australia's Pilbara helped him earn over $140,000 in under nine months, funding his travels.
Discover Pukara Estate's premium Hunter Valley gifts for Christmas 2023. From gourmet olive oils to luxury skincare, find perfect presents for food lovers.
NSW Minerals Council CEO argues Hunter coal mining remains vital for regional economy as global demand hits record 8.8 billion tonnes. Learn why supply restrictions would backfire.
Key environment group slams Hunter Transmission Project route, warning of irreversible impacts on 66 threatened species. Read the full analysis of this critical NSW energy debate.
Newcastle Herald's Hunter Photography Prize is back for 2026. Open to amateur photographers in the Hunter Region. Enter by January 20, 2026 for your chance to win.
Discover how volunteers are restoring a rare WWII Catalina flying boat in NSW's Hunter Valley, preserving Australia's aviation heritage. Learn about the aircraft's wartime legacy.
The NSW Labor government will require coal mines to provide three years' notice before closing, protecting regional jobs and enabling economic transition through a new $27.3 million authority.
A meticulously restored historic residence in Morpeth village offers luxury living with stunning Hunter River views. Explore this unique 3-bedroom property blending Georgian grandeur with modern design.
Northern Star struggles to fill $120k mining roles in Kalgoorlie as housing shortage creates worker crisis. Gold boom meets accommodation bust in WA's historic goldfields.
Rising Tide activists demand Port of Newcastle choose sides as thousands prepare to symbolically blockade world's largest coal port. Will they support climate action or coal corporations?
Industry Minister Tim Ayres meets Hunter manufacturers to combat cheap Chinese imports threatening local jobs. Government reforms aim to level the playing field for Australian industry.
Australia's national science agency CSIRO plans to cut 350 positions due to government funding shortfalls, sparking outrage from experts who warn it threatens the nation's research future.
Hunter New England Health requires financial bailouts as Grattan Institute reveals hospitals are 'held back by bogus budgets'. Discover the systemic funding issues affecting patient care.
A $5 million federal initiative will transform Hunter's Mt Arthur and Macquarie Coal sites into sustainable assets, creating a national blueprint for economic resilience.
As BHP's Mt Arthur coal mine prepares to close in 2030, Muswellbrook residents demand a lasting positive legacy. New research reveals community hopes for post-mining future.
A $24 million overtaking lane is planned for the Golden Highway west of Merriwa to improve safety and traffic flow. Have your say on the proposal until December 12.
The Albanese government announces $100M+ funding for CSIRO to address building repairs and equipment upgrades while the agency faces 350 job cuts. Read the full details.
Australia's national science agency CSIRO reveals major organizational restructure affecting 357 positions. Minister Ed Husic announces strategic shift to focus on national priorities. Read the full details.
Maitland Council expresses disappointment as cruise ships cancel visits following Newcastle's approval of Rising Tide protest, costing local businesses millions.
After decades in coal mines, Darryl Best advocates for renewable jobs in mining regions. As global markets shift, he warns political denial threatens communities more than energy transition.
Executive Chef Anthony Fullerton is rebuilding Circa 1876 in the Hunter Valley from the ground up, bringing classic French technique and local produce to a new menu. Book your festive season experience now.
New polling reveals 72% of Hunter residents support government investment in renewable energy for manufacturing. Discover how this could save jobs at Tomago Aluminium.
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, announces up to 350 job cuts following 818 positions eliminated over past two years. Public sector union calls for government intervention.
New ABS data reveals Scone and Merewether lead Hunter's income surge. Explore the economic trends reshaping the region's wealth distribution.
The federal government is negotiating a power purchase agreement with Snowy Hydro to secure Tomago Aluminium's future, preventing the loss of up to 4500 jobs in the Hunter Valley.
Newcastle Labor councillors are pushing to lock in Broadmeadow as the city's high-speed rail station, a move set to transform the region's economy and connectivity. Discover the plans.