A routine traffic stop in Merriwa led police to a homemade drug lab, resulting in a man being charged with drug-related offences. The incident highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts against illicit activities in suburban areas.
A man in his 50s suffered serious burns in a petrol fire on a Hunter Valley property. He was airlifted to Royal North Shore Hospital in a serious but stable condition.
A new two-storey childcare centre is planned for Merriwa, WA, to address the critical shortage of early learning places. The proposal includes 11 rooms for 189 children. Read about the development plans and community impact.
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.
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.