Shop owners and staff at Newcastle's Marketown Shopping Centre report daily antisocial behaviour, harassment and violence, with a recent stabbing highlighting growing safety fears. Calls for improved security intensify.
ACT Police report a significant spike in dangerous driving and anti-social behaviour at Summernats 38, resulting in 19 vehicle seizures and multiple arrests. Read the full details.
A 34-year-old woman faces court over allegedly causing a prohibited Nazi symbol to be displayed on a boat at Swansea. Police seized items in a related raid. Read the latest.
Newcastle Herald readers share views on local food security amid population growth, positive disability access experiences, and global political shifts under Trump. Read the community pulse.
Discover Newcastle and Lake Macquarie's jam-packed school holiday program. From Dungeons & Dragons campaigns to the Model Newcastle Regatta, find fun for all ages. Plan your family adventure now!
Adrian Barich shares a heartfelt New Year's resolution for 2026 inspired by canine devotion. Discover the science of how dogs choose their human and why letting them sniff is essential.
A landmark 19th-century residence on a 988sqm north-facing block in Newcastle's prestigious The Hill precinct has hit the market, offering harbour views, heritage charm, and modern comfort.
The Newcastle community is urged to assist in locating a missing teenager from Maryland. Follow live updates on the search and other local news from the Hunter Region.
A Newcastle community representative argues the city's severe housing and homelessness crisis means residents must support developments, even unpopular ones. The call for more 'YIMBYs' comes amid fierce debate over projects like Rail Bridge Row.
A premium two-bedroom apartment in Newcastle East's Royal Apartments hits the market, featuring stunning Pacific Ocean views and resort-style amenities. Explore coastal living at its finest.
A significant power outage has left 1500 Newcastle homes in the dark. Follow live updates on the situation, emergency response, and when power is expected to be restored.
Emergency services responded to a bicycle crash at Hunter and Darby streets in Newcastle. A man was treated at the scene, causing temporary road closures. Read the latest.
Canberra teachers speak out on daily physical assaults and disruptive behaviour in ACT public high schools, as reported incidents surge. Education Minister acknowledges more must be done.
Residents in Newcastle's northern suburbs are reeling after a fierce storm tore through, uprooting trees, cutting power and flooding homes. The SES received 246 calls for help.
Rideshare drivers are rating passengers, affecting future ride availability. Discover the key behaviours that impact your score and what this trend means for customer service. Read more.
Experts reveal the clever colour illusion used in fruit packaging to make produce look riper and more appealing, influencing your purchase decisions.
An antisocial trend of using cling wrap to reserve public spaces has returned to Wollongong's Stuart Park for New Year's celebrations, sparking local outrage and calls for better enforcement.
Newcastle and Hunter residents welcomed 2026 with good behaviour, police report. No major incidents marred celebrations, in stark contrast to Sydney's arrests. Read the full report.
Newcastle locals outline key resolutions for City of Newcastle in 2026, including restoring Campbell Park access, returning the Maritime Museum, and finding a suitable basketball stadium site. Read the community's priorities.
From Jesse Southwell's shock NRLW exit to a life-saving stadium drama, discover the Newcastle Herald's top 10 most-read sport stories that captivated the Hunter in 2025.
The ASX's Santa Claus rally is a real phenomenon, with the market up over 4% this December. We explore the data, psychology, and surprising history behind this seasonal surge. Is it astrology or investor behaviour?
Newcastle's iconic Boxing Day races made a triumphant return, with over 5000 attendees defying cooler weather. The event, boosted by headliner Hot Dub Time Machine, saw a surge in pre-sales and a vibrant party atmosphere.
Newcastle is getting its own pop-culture convention, Newy-Con, at the 2025 Newcastle Show. Meet the local cosplay king behind the passion project. Free entry with show ticket.
Plans for the Newcastle Ocean Baths cafe reveal potential alcohol sales and a rooftop terrace. The council's management plan outlines hours and capacity as community debate continues.
The WA Road Safety Commission invests $200,000 in market research to understand risky driver behaviour. The findings aim to shape future road safety campaigns and reduce fatalities.
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.
Local favourites Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will open Sunnyboy Park at Foreshore Park in January, offering family-friendly food and coffee. The new kiosk and accessible amenities mark a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
An Adelaide mother of six who stormed a classroom and threatened to slit a student's throat over bullying allegations has been given a good behaviour bond. The magistrate condemned her 'bullying' behaviour.
Newcastle's nationally significant maritime heritage collection is homeless as its lease expires in March 2026. Councillors clash over accountability and solutions for the 8,500-item cache.
Local operators Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will launch Sunnyboys Park at Newcastle's Foreshore Park in late January, offering family-friendly fare. The opening marks a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.