Windless Derwent Threatens Back-to-Back Sydney Hobart Crown
Sam Haynes' quest for consecutive Sydney to Hobart handicap wins faces a calm River Derwent challenge. As Comanche claims line honours, the fleet battles attrition. Read the latest.
Sam Haynes' quest for consecutive Sydney to Hobart handicap wins faces a calm River Derwent challenge. As Comanche claims line honours, the fleet battles attrition. Read the latest.
Public transport changes hit the Hunter line this afternoon with buses replacing trains on some services. Stay updated with live traffic and travel news from across the region.
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.
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.
The supermaxi Comanche has taken line honours in the 2024 Sydney to Hobart yacht race, winning a fierce battle down Tasmania's east coast. Read the full story of this epic maritime contest.
Supermaxi Master Lock Comanche leads a tight battle for Sydney to Hobart line honours after a gruelling downwind tussle off Tasmania. 33 yachts have retired from the brutal race.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Norwegian Cruise Line's adults-oriented ship, the Spirit, completes its journey to Fremantle via Surabaya and Bali. Discover the onboard luxury, dining highlights, and the challenges of its 20-day voyage.
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.
Newcastle's vibrant theatre community celebrated a record-breaking 47th CONDA Awards, with Opera Hunter's 'Sweeney Todd' and local talents taking top honours. Discover all the winners.
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 new report warns NSW faces a critical gas shortage, threatening Hunter industries and jobs. Urgent investment in alternatives like biomethane is needed to secure the state's economic future.
Talison Lithium confirms it will not reopen the Bunbury to Greenbushes rail line, opting for road transport. The decision impacts local infrastructure plans and lithium supply chains. Read the full analysis.
Geelong train commuters face major disruptions as V/Line undertakes essential works on the Warrnambool line from January 2-14. Plan your journey now.
Hunter Valley residents could find a surprise cash boost, with over $14.2 million in unclaimed money held by Revenue NSW. Check now to see if you're owed funds.
Two truck drivers are in a serious condition after a crash on the New England Highway near Singleton. Police are investigating and appealing for dash-cam footage.
Experience over 4.5 million lights, new attractions, and festive fun at Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights Spectacular from Nov 7, 2025 to Jan 26, 2026. Book tickets now!
The City of Wanneroo is demanding Western Power relocate or bury a planned 132kV transmission line, arguing it will blight future neighbourhoods and devalue land. Read the full story.
Train services on Perth's Mandurah Line have resumed after a serious truck and car collision on the Kwinana Freeway near Cockburn station damaged rail infrastructure and halted services for hours. A woman was hospitalised.
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.
The Perth Scorchers are set to unleash a powerful line-up for their BBL|15 opener against the Sydney Sixers. Get the full predicted team and expert analysis here.
Hunter community demands NSW government apply its 30% social housing pledge to Broadmeadow Precinct, as families remain separated due to the crisis. Join the call for action.
Newcastle's Stockton ferry service is suspended indefinitely after mechanical failures. Residents face long bus commutes as Transport for NSW investigates. Read the full story.
A Geelong V/Line crew created a magical commute for an autistic boy, turning a train into a classroom. This inspiring act of inclusion on the International Day of People with Disability highlights community spirit.
Parking revenue at Hunter New England health facilities jumped to over $6 million last financial year. The NSW Opposition criticises the increase as a 'cash grab' on patients and staff.
Hunter Region faces extreme fire danger on summer's first day. Stay updated on weather alerts, hospital wait times, and local news affecting Newcastle communities.
The Hunter region faces a critical jobs shortage despite low unemployment. Professor Phillip O'Neill reveals why generating 37,000 new positions is essential to avoid becoming another 'place left behind'.