Newcastle Christmas 2025: Shop Local Guide
Discover Newcastle's best local businesses for Christmas 2025. Support community enterprises offering puddings, trees, markets and festive experiences while boosting the local economy.
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.
Discover the definitive list of the 25 greatest Hunter Rugby players since the year 2000. Did your club's legends make the cut? Dive into the debate now!
Newcastle police are seeking public assistance after personal items were discovered abandoned at Bar Beach on November 27. Help investigators with any information.
A Charlestown man allegedly fabricated a dog attack story, prompting a community fundraiser. CCTV evidence contradicts his claims as the case returns to court in December.
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.
A 23-year-old Belmont North woman pleads not guilty to charges including predatory driving after an alleged hit-and-run on a 14-year-old e-bike rider in Redhead.
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.
From friendly greetings to climate policy and light rail extensions, Newcastle residents share diverse opinions on local issues. Read the community conversation.
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.
After 63 remarkable seasons with Wallsend District Cricket Club, scorer and historian Jack Brown pulls up stumps. Discover the legacy of Newcastle cricket's walking encyclopedia.
Newcastle Jets' Lauren Allan achieves rare 100-game milestone while balancing professional football with radiography career. Read her inspiring journey.
Maitland Blacks coach Luke Cunningham confirms he will lead the club for a sixth season in 2026, aiming for back-to-back premierships after 2025 grand final victory.
Lake Macquarie councillor advocates for high-density housing to combat a 34% affordability plunge. New 20-year vision targets strategic centres for growth. Read the full analysis.
Emma Garlett argues Indigenous procurement policy benefits must reach more Aboriginal businesses. Learn how Australia can improve economic participation.
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.
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.
Far North Queensland businesses claimed major victories at the Queensland Tourism Awards, with Cairns operators winning gold across multiple categories. Discover the local champions driving tourism excellence.
Hunter residents demand answers as Newcastle's indoor sports facilities fall behind Wagga, Wollongong, and Canberra. Local athletes travel for quality venues while our region is overlooked.
Anticipation builds for the Canberra Region Local Business Awards gala on November 19. Judges praise the high quality of finalists, showcasing the region's exceptional business community.
Two teenage boys, aged 14 and 15, have been arrested and charged following a police pursuit of an allegedly stolen Isuzu MUX in Hamilton, Newcastle. Read the full details.
Novocastrians debate whether controversial politician Graham Richardson deserves a state funeral. Plus, local issues including Stockton lane naming and farmland mining concerns.
Celebrated Newcastle Herald journalist John Lewis remembered as firm, fair editor and influential wine writer. Read about his 7-decade career and lasting legacy.
A 23-year-old man faces court after allegedly pulling a wheel off a disability advocate's wheelchair outside a Newcastle hotel, causing her to fall. Case continues.
Expert analysis and tips for Newcastle's race day. Find out why Mystical, Meridiana, and Bojangles are the horses to watch on November 13, 2025.
Discover 20 incredible Australian fitness, wellness and beauty brands transforming how we look and feel. Shop local and support homegrown businesses making waves globally.
GWH reveals ambitious plans for a 25-storey mixed-use tower in Newcastle West, transforming a long-vacant site into a vibrant residential precinct. Discover the details of this $43 million development.