Hunter Sports High School students dazzled at their Year 12 formal in Newcastle. After photos at Civic Park, 80 students celebrated at Merewether Surfhouse, marking the end of their schooling journey.
Port Stephens Council launches a last-minute bid to host the Hunter Indoor Sports Centre as Newcastle faces community opposition. Could this resolve the stadium standoff?
Newcastle police seek public assistance to locate Sunny, 30, last seen at John Hunter Hospital. Follow live updates and contact authorities with information.
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.
Hunter writers are invited to enter the Newcastle Herald's annual short story competition. Inspired by local photographs, entries close December 22, 2025, with great prizes to be won.
Western Australia's vibrant multicultural community came together for an unforgettable weekend at Burswood Park Festival. Discover how this event showcased WA's diversity and unity.
Townsville celebrates its sporting elite at record-breaking Sportstar Awards. Discover all the winners from this prestigious community event that honours local athletic excellence.
Cairns Fashion Week 2024 launches with powerful displays of family heritage and cultural storytelling through fashion. Discover the emerging designers and local talent.
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.
Sky Sports UK's Halo TikTok account aimed at female sports fans was cancelled after just 3 days following widespread backlash over patronising, stereotyped content that missed the mark completely.
Western Australia's capital is hosting an unprecedented lineup of world-class sporting events, from tennis to football and cricket. Discover how Perth became the nation's sporting epicentre.
New Lambton residents express deep concerns over the proposed Hunter Indoor Sports Centre location, calling the project's challenges 'insurmountable'. Read the latest community reactions.
New polling reveals 72% of Hunter residents support government investment in renewable energy for manufacturing. Discover how this could save jobs at Tomago Aluminium.
Frustration mounts as Tuggeranong's promised twin-sheet ice sports centre remains unbuilt three years after government approval. Local MLAs and community launch petition to break the freeze.
New ABS data reveals Scone and Merewether lead Hunter's income surge. Explore the economic trends reshaping the region's wealth distribution.
The Rural Fire Service has declared an 'extreme' fire danger rating for the Greater Hunter on November 17, 2025. Stay informed with live updates from the Newcastle Herald.
Discover the untold story of Hunter Valley's coal-mining pit horses and their lasting legacy through public art, from Scotland's Kelpies to local sculptures.
Geelong's popular Roam festival will return in 2027 after delivering a $23 million economic boost to the region. The event attracted thousands of visitors and showcased local talent.
Hunter residents demand answers as Newcastle's indoor sports facilities fall behind Wagga, Wollongong, and Canberra. Local athletes travel for quality venues while our region is overlooked.
Hunter New England faces a diabetes emergency with 90,000 cases. Experts advocate telehealth solutions and new medications to combat what's called humanity's biggest epidemic.
Newcastle is poised to host Rugby League World Cup 2026 matches, bringing international rugby league action to McDonald Jones Stadium and economic benefits to the Hunter region.
Newcastle's Wheeler Place transforms into a festive wonderland with an 11-metre Christmas tree, pet 'pawtraits', and family activities throughout November and December. Join the celebration!
Geelong faces a critical shortage of netball courts with 70+ needed by 2028. Netball Victoria's Statewide Facilities Strategy reveals urgent infrastructure needs.
Discover how Newcastle's beloved Sparke Helmore Triathlon continues to thrive after three decades, bringing together athletes of all levels for a iconic Australian sporting event.
Newcastle hosts the inaugural Sleapys Foundation Cricket Cup, bringing together local clubs for a groundbreaking tournament supporting youth mental health awareness and services across the Hunter region.
Maitland makes bold play to become Newcastle Jets' new home, but warns significant stadium upgrades are essential for A-League standards.
Discover how Townsville's iconic Full Moon Drum Circle has been bringing communities together for a quarter century with mesmerising rhythms under the stars.
The Hunter region is rallying for a state-of-the-art stadium at Glendale, promising economic growth and world-class sporting facilities for NSW's Central Coast.