Newcastle Letters: Food, Disability, and Global Tensions
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.
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!
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.
Over 30 authors boycott Adelaide Writers' Week after staff reject board's decision to remove a Palestinian author. High-profile names including Michelle de Kretser and Zadie Smith withdraw. Read the full story.
An Adelaide City Councillor moves to pull funding from Writers' Week, proposing a rival 'guerilla festival' for 2026. Explore the potential impact on the city's cultural landscape.
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.
The Adelaide Festival board has removed Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah from its 2026 Writers' Week lineup, citing cultural sensitivity. A major backer has withdrawn support. Read the full story.
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.
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.
Health authorities in NSW and SA warn of measles exposure at major public sites. Check if you visited Sydney Airport, Marion Westfield, or a Concord hospital. Verify your vaccination status now.
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.
WA Health issues alert after a measles case visited Beeliar clinics. Symptoms include fever and rash. Check exposure sites and vaccination status.
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.
From political heavyweights to cultural icons, meet the West Australians who dominated headlines and shaped conversations across the state in a pivotal 2025. Discover their stories.
The redevelopment of Perth Concert Hall will cost an additional $23 million to ensure seamless integration with the city. Premier Roger Cook says it's a vital investment for Perth's cultural future.
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.
Adelaide's ambitious $20 million Grand Opera project is back on, with fresh dates locked in for 2025. Discover the new timeline and what it means for the city's arts scene.
WA Health issues a public health alert after a measles case visited sites in Hillarys and Claremont. Check exposure times and monitor for symptoms for 7-18 days.
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.
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.
Over 240 vulnerable and homeless people in Newcastle enjoyed a festive Christmas lunch hosted by Soul Hub at NEX, supported by 60 volunteers and local partners. Read about the community spirit.
Newcastle's 8500-item maritime heritage collection is at risk with no storage solution secured just months before its council-funded lease expires in March 2026. Read the latest.
Cairns Art Gallery appoints Angela Goddard as its new director, bringing a wealth of experience from QUT to lead the institution into a new era of cultural growth. Discover her vision for the future.