Newcastle Motorists Begin Receiving $100 Rego Discount
Thousands of motorists across Newcastle and the Hunter can begin accessing a registration discount from today, 1 September 2026. Eligible private vehicle owners renewing their r...
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Crawlable public articles from 19News.au.Fernleigh Track Crime Drops, but Fresh Attack Sparks Safety Concerns
Newcastle’s Fernleigh Track is facing renewed attention over safety after a recent alleged attack, despite crime data indicating that reported offences on the popular shared pat...
Nine New Treatment Spaces Coming to Hunter Hospitals
Patients at John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle are set to benefit from five new emergency department short-stay treatment spaces as the NSW Government expands hospital capacity a...
Man Arrested After Alleged Incident at Newcastle’s Horseshoe Beach
Police have arrested a 50-year-old man following an incident at Horseshoe Beach in Newcastle. According to police reports, officers were called after the man was allegedly found...
$4 Million Flood Upgrade Begins on Old Maitland Road at Hexham
Work has started on a major upgrade to a flood-prone section of Old Maitland Road, with the project expected to improve safety and resilience on an impo...
Newcastle Distribution Centre Opens as Swivelpole Expands East Coast Operations
Industrial equipment manufacturer Swivelpole has opened its first east-coast distribution hub in Newcastle, expanding its national logistics operations.
Child Dies in Major House Fire at Lake Macquarie
A child has died and a woman has suffered serious burns after a house fire at Swansea Heads, in the Lake Macquarie area near Newcastle.
Drones Breach RAAF Williamtown Airspace for Second Time in a Month
A drone has breached restricted airspace near RAAF Base Williamtown for the second time in a month, raising fresh concerns about security around the Hun...
Man Charged Following Property Offence Investigation in Newcastle
Police have charged a man following an extensive investigation into alleged property offences in the Newcastle area.
Belmont Worker Wins Youth Award for Community Leadership
18-year-old Belmont worker Cyrus has been recognised for stepping into a leadership role and making a strong contribution to his local workplace and com...
Newcastle Ocean Baths Upgrade Plans Refined
City of Newcastle has released updated plans for the final stage of the Newcastle Ocean Baths upgrade, with changes aimed at improving the facility whil...
Newcastle Airport Named Australia’s Airport of the Year
Newcastle Airport has received national recognition at the 2026 Australian Aviation Awards following major expansion, new international services and inv...
Tomago Aluminium Smelter Secured Through to 2038
A new agreement with the Commonwealth and NSW governments is set to secure the long-term future of the Tomago Aluminium smelter near Newcastle.
Giant Bubbles and Battle Bots to Bring Science to Life in Newcastle
Newcastle Museum will host the fifth annual Hunter Science Festival on 23 August, featuring 40 interactive exhibits, combat robots, science shows and ha...
Demolition Begins on Derelict Queens Wharf Building
Work has begun to remove a long-standing derelict building at Queens Wharf in Newcastle as part of the city's waterfront renewal.
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...
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.