Newcastle precincts receive funding boost to strengthen night-time economy
Four Newcastle precincts will share in the latest NSW Government Uptown Grant funding, supporting events, local businesses, cultural activities and init...
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CCTV captures dangerous close calls on Newcastle light rail
Newcastle Transport has released footage of pedestrians and motorists narrowly avoiding collisions with trams, warning that a 50-tonne light rail vehicl...
Charges Dropped Against 125 Rising Tide Protesters After Newcastle Port Blockade Case
Police have withdrawn charges against climate protesters involved in the 2024 Port of Newcastle blockade following legal proceedings.
Newcastle Airport Named Australia’s Airport of the Year 2026
Newcastle Airport receives national recognition after major growth and expansion of international services.
Hunter Sporting Clubs Included in New NSW Funding Program
Local sporting organisations across the Hunter region could benefit from a $10 million NSW Government support program.
Warners Bay KFC Faces Online Cleanliness Complaints After Viral Review
A social media complaint about a Warners Bay fast-food outlet sparks public discussion about hygiene standards.
NSW Government Addresses Concerns Over Calvary Mater Newcastle Hospital Conditions
Health Minister announces steps to improve hospital operations and patient care standards in Newcastle.
New Parking Rules Planned for Newcastle CBD to Improve City Centre Access
Newcastle introduces changes aimed at making parking easier and improving movement through the CBD.
Man Charged After Alleged Armed Road Rage Incident in Newcastle
Police investigation continues after driver allegedly threatened another motorist in Glendale.
Calvary Mater Newcastle Reaches Major Redevelopment Milestone
Hospital upgrade project progresses as new facilities aim to improve healthcare services across the Hunter region.
Newcastle Pools Receive Safety Upgrades Ahead of Summer Reopening
Essential maintenance works underway across five Newcastle swimming facilities before the warmer months.
Newcastle community remembers victims of Greta bus crash after safety report released
Newcastle and Hunter communities are reflecting on the findings of a major safety report into the 2023 Greta bus crash, with calls for stronger passenge...
Newcastle Council Pushes for Stronger Gambling Harm Reforms as Poker Machine Losses Top A$250 Million
Newcastle City Council has voted to support stronger gambling harm reduction measures after new figures showed that annual poker machine losses in the city are expected to excee...
Wallsend Community Tiny Forest Project Expands to Combat Urban Heat
A major community greening initiative is underway in Wallsend, with the City of Newcastle and Hunter New England Health joining forces to establish a new community tiny forest a...
Newcastle woman jailed for drug supply operation linked to hotel room raid
Tiarna Hobbs-Ladd has been sentenced to three years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple drug supply offences connected to a Newcastle hotel inve...
Wangi Teenagers Hailed as Heroes After Rescuing Elderly Man from House Fire
Subtitle: A group of teenage boys have been praised for their quick thinking after helping save an 88-year-old man during a house fire in Wangi Wangi, b...
Hunter Residents Turn to Building as Housing Demand Continues to Grow
A new report shows more Hunter residents are choosing to build new homes instead of buying existing properties, as strong population growth and limited...
Jenny's Place Opens Larger Warabrook Facility to Support More Women Escaping Violence
After nearly 50 years supporting women and children experiencing domestic and family violence, Jenny's Place has relocated to a larger purpose-built fac...
Port Stephens Teenager Injured After Car Rolls Near Beach Track
A teenage driver or passenger has been injured after a vehicle rolled near a beach access track in the Port Stephens area, with emergency services atten...
Three Men Granted Bail Over Alleged Muswellbrook Bottle Shop Robberies
Three men charged over a series of alleged armed bottle shop robberies in Muswellbrook, NSW, have been granted bail with strict conditions while court p...