Authorities and local residents are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of a woman who has been reported missing from the popular coastal town of Nelson Bay.
Disappearance on New Year's Eve
The woman, known as Brittany, was last seen on New Year's Eve, December 31, 2025. Her unexplained absence has prompted an ongoing response from local police and has cast a shadow over the holiday period in the Port Stephens area.
The Newcastle Herald is providing live coverage of the situation, alongside other breaking news from across the Hunter Region. The publication has urged anyone with information that could assist investigators to come forward immediately.
Community and Police Response
While specific details of the search efforts have not been fully disclosed to the public, it is standard procedure for such cases to involve local police, State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers, and sometimes marine assets, given Nelson Bay's waterfront location.
The community is being asked to remain vigilant and report any potential sightings or information that could help locate Brittany. Her disappearance is a stark reminder of the personal crises that can occur amidst broader community events.
Broader News Across the Hunter
As the search continues, the Newcastle Herald's newsroom is also covering other significant local stories. These include a report on a Hunter waterway responsible for a disproportionate number of jet ski offences in New South Wales, heartfelt tributes to respected community advocate and surgeon Kim Ostinga, and analysis of Newcastle Knights rookies nearing their NRL debut.
The region is also recovering from a severe storm that recently ripped through Newcastle, bringing destructive winds, hail, and causing blackouts and fallen trees.
Readers seeking to contribute information about the missing woman case or other news tips can contact the Newcastle Herald directly. The newspaper continues to be a primary source for live incidents, weather, traffic, and community news for residents of Newcastle and the wider Hunter Region.
