Firefighters battle overnight Hunter Expressway blaze
Fire crews responded to a grass fire on the Hunter Expressway near Buchanan overnight. Get the latest updates on the incident and ongoing safety alerts for the Hunter region.
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Hunter's Muswellbrook ranked 5th cheapest for petrol in NSW
New NRMA data reveals the Hunter's most affordable fuel locations for 2025. Muswellbrook leads the region, ranking 5th in NSW for unleaded petrol prices. Discover where to save.
MLC Swim Coach Faces Child Sex Abuse Charges
A head swim coach at Melbourne's Methodist Ladies' College has been charged with sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl he met on social media. Read the shocking court details.
Townsville swim coach charged with child sex abuse
A former swim coach at a prestigious Townsville school has been charged with sexually abusing a child. Read the latest on the shocking case and the police investigation.
MLC Swim Coach Charged with Child Sex Abuse
A head swim coach at Melbourne's Methodist Ladies' College faces nine charges, including grooming and possessing child abuse material, after a police investigation. Read the latest court details.
Severe heatwave, high fire danger hits Hunter Region
The Hunter Region faces a severe heatwave with soaring temperatures and extreme fire danger. Stay informed with live updates on weather, safety alerts, and local news from Newcastle Herald.
Teen charged as WA Police launch Operation Moorhead
WA Police have launched Operation Moorhead, targeting a youth gang in Perth's north. A 17-year-old has been charged with serious offences. Read the latest on the crackdown.
WA teacher charged with sexual abuse of student
A Frederick Irwin Anglican School teacher faces charges of sexual penetration and possessing child exploitation material. The alleged abuse occurred between 2024 and 2025.
Plan to turn Upper Hunter mining voids into lakes
A visionary plan to repurpose disused Upper Hunter mining pits into interconnected lakes gains momentum, promising water security, tourism, and jobs. Read about the innovative solution.
Remembering the Hunter's deadly 1939 heatwave
As a severe heatwave looms, we revisit the Hunter's 1939 furnace that killed scores, halted work, and left a tragic mark on local records. Discover the history to understand the present.
Man granted bail over alleged historical sexual assaults
A 33-year-old Whitlam man faces court over alleged repeated rape and indecent assault of his ex-partner in the early 2000s. He has been released on conditional bail. Support services information included.
Mandurah teacher charged with sexually abusing student
A 33-year-old WA teacher faces multiple charges for alleged persistent sexual abuse of a male student. She will appear in Mandurah Magistrates Court on January 27.
Driver charged after fatal crash on Busselton's Marine Terrace
A 27-year-old Geographe man faces charges after a young woman died in a horror crash on Marine Terrace in Busselton. Police continue their investigation into the tragic incident.
Man in court over Mitchell Freeway hit-and-run
Trent Alan Drewett, 48, faces charges after a pedestrian was seriously injured on a freeway on-ramp. His case was adjourned until April. Read the latest.
Hunter's Severe Weather Warning Ahead of Scorching Heat
The Bureau of Meteorology issues a severe thunderstorm warning for the Hunter region, with damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain expected. This comes ahead of the first major heatwave of 2026, with temperatures forecast to soar above 30°C in Newcastle and
Teen charged over machete attack on rideshare driver
A 17-year-old has been charged after allegedly attacking a rideshare driver with a machete in Sydney's west when the driver refused to play his music. The driver was hospitalised.
17-year-old girl charged over Reid unit assault
A 17-year-old girl faces ACT court over the alleged assault of a man found bound, gagged, and stabbed in a Reid unit just before Christmas. Police detail the dramatic arrest.
Major milestone for Belmont Desalination Plant as barge arrives
A jack-up barge has positioned itself off Nine Mile Beach, signalling the start of complex offshore works for the Belmont Desalination Plant. The project will secure the Lower Hunter's water future.
Sydney teen charged over alleged public shooting plot
A 17-year-old boy will face court after police allegedly found a loaded gun in a crashed Porsche on a Western Sydney golf course, with detectives linking him to underworld plans for a public shooting.
Teens charged over Muswellbrook Fair Shopping Centre break-in
Two teenage boys, aged 12 and 14, have been arrested and charged following an alleged break-in at Muswellbrook Fair Shopping Centre that caused thousands in damage. Read the latest on the police investigation.
Hunter SES smashes record with over 5000 incidents in 2025
Hunter SES crews faced their busiest year ever, responding to over 5000 incidents and 10,000 volunteer hours in 2025's severe storms and floods. Read about their heroic efforts.
Hunter's 2026 clean energy transition: progress and setbacks
A look at the Hunter region's clean energy transition in 2026: battery storage surges, coal lingers, and offshore wind faces delays. Discover the key projects shaping NSW's power future.
Newcastle's 2025: A Year of Headlines and Heartbreak
From a fatal beach shooting to devastating floods and a major health initiative, revisit the stories that defined the Hunter region in 2025. Read the full year in review.
Hunter population to near 1 million by 2041
State projections reveal the Hunter Region is set to grow by over 184,500 people in two decades, nearing a million residents. Local leaders warn housing and infrastructure must keep pace.
Southeast MP to Face Court on Assault Charges
A federal MP from South Australia is set to appear in Adelaide Magistrates Court on assault charges. Get the latest details on the case and its political implications.
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.
Hunter's 2025 Sports Awards: Knights Woes, Jets Joy & Bizarre Moments
A rollercoaster year for Hunter sport gets its own awards. From the Knights' wooden spoon to the Jets' Cup win and Kalyn Ponga's bizarre endorsement, we recap the highs, lows and wacky moments of 2025.
Three Critical Issues Shaping the Hunter's Path to 2050
As the Hunter Region looks towards 2050, three critical issues—coal mining's legacy, unchecked urban sprawl, and lagging education—will define its future success. Explore the cumulative impacts.
Two More Teens Charged Over Aubin Grove Stabbing
WA Police have charged two more teenagers over the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old boy in Aubin Grove on Christmas Eve. The investigation continues as the community reels from the tragedy.
Firefighter injured in Hunter Valley bushfire
A NSW Rural Fire Service volunteer was hospitalised after a stick lodged near his eye while fighting the Hollydeen blaze. He has since been released after surgery.
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