Christmas cheer for 240 at Newcastle's Soul Hub lunch
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.
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.
Soul Origin's new summer menu features bold salads and fruit blends. Plus, enter to win a $4,500 Tasman Holiday Parks package by grabbing a fresh lunch. Discover the delicious details.
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.
City of Newcastle plans to convert the former Astor Street landfill into a major solar farm, battery storage, and heavy EV charging facility, a key part of its 2030 net zero emissions target. Read the full plan.
Townsville's Smart Precinct NQ brings together innovators and entrepreneurs to celebrate regional success and foster a collaborative tech ecosystem. Discover the future of North Queensland.
Qantas's strategic push to establish Perth as a major western hub is already delivering results, with strong passenger demand reported in the lead-up to the Christmas holiday period.
Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson details the airline's ambitious $5 billion plan to make Perth a major western hub, boosting tourism and creating thousands of jobs. Discover the future of Australian aviation.
Centacare FNQ launches a permanent School Savvy Hub in Cairns, offering free uniforms, supplies, and support to ease the financial burden on families. Learn how this initiative helps the community.
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.
A new $176 million tourism hub is set to transform Cairns, boosting the Far North's $3.2 billion visitor economy and creating hundreds of local jobs. Discover the plan.
Perth's CBD is fast becoming an education hub, with providers leasing thousands of square metres ahead of ECU's city campus opening. Discover the trend revitalising office space.
Climate activist Tahlia Stolarski admits to spraying paint on Woodside CEO Meg O'Neill's Perth home. The Burrup Hub protester faces sentencing in August. Read the full story.
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.
Amazon's Echo Hub drops to $199 for Cyber Monday, a 40% saving. This smart home controller unifies your devices, works offline & simplifies daily life. Grab the deal!
Newcastle's harbour ferry service is suspended due to unplanned maintenance, with replacement buses running. Commuters face significant travel delays. Read more.
The Australian Tropical Centre for Cancer Genomics faces closure without $75 million federal funding. Learn how this impacts Far North Queensland's cancer care and research.
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.
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.
We test Samsung's Bespoke AI Family Hub fridge with 809L capacity, AI cameras and smart home integration. Discover if this connected kitchen centrepiece delivers.
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.
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.
Remote Christmas Island in WA could host Google's $2 billion connectivity hub, transforming the territory into a major digital gateway connecting Australia to Asia.
Canberra's first private emergency department is set to open in March 2026, offering no wait times and fast scans. Learn how this doctor-led project aims to ease pressure on public hospitals.
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.
Australian shipbuilder Austal calls for urgent action on WA defence manufacturing precinct, warning South Australia is aggressively pursuing their business. Defence industry at critical juncture.
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.