Tokyo Family Travel: Getting Lost and Found in Japan
A West Australian family discovers spacious apartment-style hotels in Tokyo, navigating solo adventures and unexpected kindness. Explore Mimaru Suites for your next Japan trip.
A West Australian family discovers spacious apartment-style hotels in Tokyo, navigating solo adventures and unexpected kindness. Explore Mimaru Suites for your next Japan trip.
A beautifully updated two-bedroom apartment in the heart of Newcastle is on the market, promising ease, comfort and convenience. Price guide $1,000,000 - $1,100,000.
Newcastle Council approves changes to an eight-storey Hall Street development, swapping one-bedroom units for three-bedroom apartments in response to market demand. Read the full details.
Liberal councillors call for a ban on Rising Tide using public land after a weekend of protests in Newcastle Harbour led to over 140 arrests and significant economic disruption. Read the full story.
The WA Planning Commission is poised to reject the controversial $278 million Warwick Quarter apartment development in Perth. Read the full details on the decision and its implications.
Newcastle's harbour ferry service is suspended due to unplanned maintenance, with replacement buses running. Commuters face significant travel delays. Read more.
A record-breaking cherry sale for charity, a rising death toll in a Hong Kong fire, and a major Sydney police operation targeting youth crime. Stay informed with the latest news.
Perth faces a critical apartment shortage as construction costs soar. A severe skilled labour crisis is making new projects unviable, deepening the housing affordability crisis. Discover the solution.
Discover Newcastle's best local businesses for Christmas 2025. Support community enterprises offering puddings, trees, markets and festive experiences while boosting the local economy.
Newcastle's light rail system faces chaos as unplanned maintenance causes widespread cancellations, leaving commuters stranded. Discover the full story behind the service breakdown.
A beautifully updated two-bedroom apartment in Newcastle East's heritage-listed Tyrrell House is set for auction. Featuring coastal views, a private rooftop terrace, and premium finishes.
Newcastle chef Josh Gregory shares his summer vision for Thermidor with new menus featuring seafood, spritzes and approachable dining. Discover the harbourfront dining experience.
Hundreds of children experienced early Christmas magic at McDonald Jones Stadium during Variety's annual party, featuring Santa, gifts, and inclusive activities for all abilities.
Fort Scratchley's major fundraiser, the Music of the Guns concert, was unexpectedly cancelled, costing the historical society $2000 and disappointing ticket holders. The event is now rescheduled for February.
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.
City of Newcastle's executive manager Nick Kaiser responds to criticism of community consultation processes, explaining the principles behind transparent engagement.
Controversial $50 million Strand apartment development in Townsville seeks approval to increase height to 10 storeys, facing community opposition over scale and character concerns.
Join Santa and his elves for Newcastle's magical Christmas tree lighting ceremony on November 28. Enjoy free family activities, festive treats, and live entertainment in Wheeler Place.
Newcastle Jets' Lauren Allan achieves rare 100-game milestone while balancing professional football with radiography career. Read her inspiring journey.
Up to 350 CSIRO research roles face cuts nationally, putting Newcastle's 150 energy research positions in limbo until early 2026. Learn how this impacts Australia's clean energy future.
Follow live updates as conservationists work to save unique native snakes in the Hunter region. Stay informed about local news and environmental efforts.
Prabesh Paudel receives his second consecutive Newcastle Volunteer Award for outstanding community service and inspiring immigrant success story. Discover his remarkable journey from Nepal to Newcastle.
Newcastle Herald readers share views on poor retail service, a visionary metro plan for the city, and the heated climate change debate. Read their compelling letters.
Newcastle councillors unanimously advocate for Broadmeadow as the city's high-speed rail station and push for a direct airport transport link. Read the latest developments.
Newcastle Grammar School seeks to convert a historic 1908 courthouse annexe back into educational use for creative arts and exams, reconnecting with its past as Australia's oldest school.
After 18 months of restoration, Newcastle's iconic Tower Cinemas reopens November 21 with retro decor, modern comforts, and diverse film programming. Experience the nostalgia!
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.
Discover Quentin Sq, Claremont's premium apartment development featuring $670K-$22M residences, heated pool, and panoramic river views. Construction starts late November.
The Salvation Army's annual Toy Drive, supported by NGM Group, seeks community donations to help a record number of Newcastle families facing cost-of-living pressures this Christmas. Donate until Dec 12.
Federal government advances high-speed rail connecting Newcastle to Sydney, promising 90,000 jobs and 40,000 new homes. Transformative infrastructure project set to reshape regional economies.