Greta Bus Tragedy Responders Honoured in Singleton
Emergency responders to the Greta bus tragedy have been honoured for their courage and dedication at a ceremony in Singleton, NSW, recognising their heroic efforts.
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Earthquake Hits Upper Hunter Near Singleton
A 2.5 magnitude earthquake struck the Upper Hunter region near Singleton early Thursday morning, with no damage reported. The tremor occurred at a depth of three kilometres.
Locals Fight Quarry Plan Over Rural Impact and Truck Traffic
Residents near Singleton oppose a major rock quarry in Elderslie, fearing it will destroy the area's rural charm and overwhelm local roads with heavy truck traffic, sparking community protests.
Singleton Bypass Set to Open in 2026, Easing Congestion
The $700 million Singleton Bypass is progressing toward a late 2026 opening, aiming to divert 15,000 daily vehicles from the town centre and improve travel efficiency across the Hunter region.
Fatal Motorcycle Crash Closes Putty Road Near Singleton
A 21-year-old motorcycle rider has died in a collision with a Toyota Hilux on Putty Road in Howes Valley. Police have established a coronial scene and are investigating.
Man charged after elderly man struck by car in Hunter
A 44-year-old man faces five serious charges after an elderly man was allegedly hit and dragged by a vehicle in Singleton Heights. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Elderly man fined after dog bites toddler at Singleton beach
An 87-year-old man has been fined after his border collie cross bit a two-year-old boy on the face at a Singleton Beach cafe. The toddler suffered facial puncture wounds.
Rio Tinto-Glencore Merger Impact on Hunter Coal
A potential $300 billion merger between Rio Tinto and Glencore could see Rio return to the Hunter Valley Operations coal mine, with significant implications for jobs and the project's scaled-back expansion plans. Read the latest analysis.
Singleton tip reopens Jan 12 after rubbish fire
The Singleton Waste Management Facility will reopen on Monday following a major tip face fire in late December. Council crews worked around the clock on remediation. Read the latest updates.
Singleton tip fire smoulders, council warns on bin items
A major fire at Singleton's Waste Management Facility continues to burn, forcing its closure. Council urges residents to never put batteries or gas bottles in kerbside bins. Read the latest updates.
Woman trapped for hours after car crash on Putty Road
An elderly woman was trapped for up to three hours after her car left Putty Road and a tree fell on it. Emergency services performed a delicate rescue operation near Singleton.
Singleton waste facility fire spreads smoke on NYE
A rubbish fire at the Singleton waste management facility blanketed parts of the Hunter region in smoke on December 31. Follow live updates and safety alerts.
Glider Crash Lands in Hunter Valley, Man Airlifted
A man in his 60s was flown to John Hunter Hospital with chest and back injuries after a glider crash near Ravensworth. Emergency services, including the Westpac Rescue Helicopter, responded to the incident.
Serious Truck Crash on New England Highway at Belford
Two truck drivers are in a serious condition after a crash on the New England Highway near Singleton. Police are investigating and appealing for dash-cam footage.
T20 Summer Bash Kicks Off Under Lights in Singleton
The Newcastle District Cricket Association's premier T20 competition, the Summer Bash, begins Friday night in Singleton. Featuring 15 teams, local heroes like Nathan Hudson, and past international stars.
$500k reward in 20-year-old Singleton toddler death case
Police have increased the reward to $500,000 for information on the 2005 death of 21-month-old Jordan Thompson in Singleton. Detectives believe people in the Hunter community hold vital clues.
Hunter Valley miners end 25-year record strike with win
Rix's Creek miners secure 17% pay rise and improved injury provisions after seven-week strike - the longest industrial action in Hunter Valley in 25 years. Read the full victory story.
Fuel thrown on man before Singleton house fire: police
A 41-year-old man has been charged after allegedly dousing a man in fuel before a house was destroyed by fire in Singleton. No injuries were reported.
Singleton boy Sully, 4, fights rare cancer at Westmead
Four-year-old Sullivan Hurn from Singleton faces his biggest challenge yet as he enters Westmead Children's Hospital for aggressive cancer treatment. Read his inspiring story of courage.
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