Beaumont Street business shuts due to crime and antisocial behaviour
A Newcastle business owner closes her shop after repeated break-in attempts and worsening street conditions. Calls grow for urgent safety measures and support for local traders.
A Newcastle business owner closes her shop after repeated break-in attempts and worsening street conditions. Calls grow for urgent safety measures and support for local traders.
A third man has been charged following a violent brawl and alleged stabbing in a Newcastle West car park. An 18-year-old victim was hospitalised with serious injuries. Read the latest.
An 18-year-old has been granted bail over a violent Marketown car park brawl that left another youth with serious neck injuries. Police allege the incident was a pre-arranged fight caught on CCTV. Read the latest court details.
Newcastle ground announcer Glen Hawke reflects on two decades of iconic moments at the Sydney Cricket Ground, from legendary farewells to record-breaking innings. Discover his unique front-row seat to cricket history.
Australian cricket icon Doug Walters will be the guest speaker at a special match to inaugurate a new Waurn Ponds ground named in his honour. Don't miss this historic event!
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!
Liquidator's report reveals Gungahlin United FC owes $682,000 with only $55,000 in assets, leaving players, parents and government out of pocket. Read the full breakdown of the Canberra football collapse.
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 comprehensive breakdown of every England player's performance in the drawn Sydney Ashes Test. See who starred and who struggled at the SCG.
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.
Scott Boland's stunning average at the Sydney Cricket Ground has reached a historic low of 12, a feat not bettered for 134 years. Discover the stats behind the Victorian seamer's dominance. Read more.
England's horror day in the field at the SCG sees Travis Head capitalise on a dropped catch to reach 162*, while the tourists waste crucial DRS reviews. Read the full Ashes Day 3 analysis.
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.
The McGrath Foundation urges Australians to support its most ambitious Pink Test goal yet: selling 480,000 Virtual Pink Seats to fund nurses for 8,000 families facing cancer.
Armed police with longarm rifles will be a visible presence at the Sydney Cricket Ground for the final Ashes Test. Authorities say there is no specific threat, but security is ramped up to reassure the public. Read more.
The SCG pitch for the fifth Ashes Test has been unveiled, showing a heavy covering of live grass. Australia leads the series 2-1. Get the latest details on the crucial Sydney surface.
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.
The ICC has delivered a damning 'unsatisfactory' rating for the MCG pitch after the chaotic second Ashes Test. Find out what this means for the iconic venue's future.
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 spin-friendly wicket at the SCG has Perth Scorchers considering a debut for young off-spinner Corey Rocchiccioli. Get the full team news and analysis.
England ended a long Ashes drought in Melbourne. We rate every player's performance from the crucial Boxing Day Test victory. Read the full analysis.
MCG head curator Matt Page reveals his shock after the 2023 Boxing Day Ashes Test ended in just two days. He details the pitch preparation and the unexpected result.
England's historic two-day Boxing Day Test victory ends a 15-year drought in Australia and delivers a multi-million dollar financial hit to Cricket Australia due to lost match days. Read the full analysis.
A record 94,199 fans flocked to the MCG for the Boxing Day Ashes Test, the biggest crowd for a day of cricket in Australia. England finally showed fight, bowling Australia out for 152. Read the full story.
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.