Ross Kerridge reveals his election plans as independent movement eyes 2027 The same uprising that usurped Labor's council stronghold could be coming for the state election. Newcastle Herald · Sep 11
From $1000 Saturdays to $27: Islington traders fear life after Slingtown 'It's putting a lot of people's livelihoods on the line.' Newcastle Herald · Sep 11
'We only found out when a sign went up': outrage after council puts parkland up for sale, again The fight is on again to save a much loved patch of community green space. Newcastle Herald · Sep 11
Newcastle childcare investigated for alleged physical abuse toward a child The allegations surfaced after the centre's snap closure earlier this week. Newcastle Herald · Sep 11
Built from 7500 handmade mud bricks and a salami mixer: the story behind a treasured home 'I used to say it was dirt cheap to build'. Newcastle Herald · Sep 11
'That's just not true': league player denies forcing woman into threesome The man said he suggested it and the 18-year-old agreed. Newcastle Herald · Sep 11
'No idea what's coming': Hunter motorists' verdict on M1 Motorway extension The major road upgrade opened in earnest on Friday. Newcastle Herald · Sep 11
Asbestos found in grounds of Hunter high school Works to remove the material were scheduled for the weekend. Newcastle Herald · Sep 11
Man charged over incident at Lake Macquarie service station Police allege the man was involved in a second attempted robbery earlier the same day. Newcastle Herald · Sep 11
Anti-bikie squad swoops on alleged gunman at train station He was charged with shooting with intent to murder after a man was wounded. Newcastle Herald · Sep 11
'One of their own in their corner': 150 years of worker safety in Hunter mines Hunter mineworkers are protected by the world's oldest worker-elected safety system. Newcastle Herald · Sep 11
Newcastle childcare plagued with financial issues in months before closure Employees have been plunged into uncertainty after the centre's snap closure. Newcastle Herald · Sep 10
900 homes, $360 million: massive seniors housing development on exhibition The proposal would roughly quadruple the number of homes at the site. Newcastle Herald · Sep 10
Oasis rockumentary a raw look at brothers' rift and reunion It captures Liam and Noel at their most candid and vulnerable. Newcastle Herald · Sep 10
Newcastle Herald · Sep 10 'I miss his smile': how a grieving mum demanded changes to prevent deaths Mother takes legal action against health unit where her son died.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 10 In BLOOM: giant 'garden' art installation a festival first for New Annual The Newcastle Herald was given early access to the new 3D exhibition bringing colour, creativity and curious characters to Charlestown Square.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 10 Remembering Newcastle rock legend, Heroes frontman Peter de Jong A giant of Newcastle's rock-n-roll heyday, Peter de Jong, died this week, his booking agency has confirmed.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 10 'Pretty heartbreaking': soccer boss apologises for grand final gaffe Why 'biggest game' tag struck a raw nerve.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 10 Trial told of a knock in the night and an upset sister saying: 'I believe I got raped' Two Hunter footballers are accused of forcing an 18-year-old woman into a threesome.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 10 'We're doing it for him': Cardiff vow to win it for Steve on a huge grand final day The Newcastle and Hunter Rugby League grand finals are on this Saturday.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 10 Passenger reportedly hit with bottle and dragged off bus in latest 'escalation' The latest incident comes days after three girls were charged with assaulting a 14-year-old.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 10 Man arrested with lighter, cop treated for smoke inhalation after vehicle blaze The vehicle and a nearby power pole were significantly damaged.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 10 'My skin felt like it was on fire': long search for answers to a rare condition 'It was a relief to find out what was causing my itch.'
Newcastle Herald · Sep 9 'You can't use our staff': hospital debate delayed dying woman's care, coroner finds Hospital staff argued over 'policy' while a woman lay dying.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 9 Parents 'left in lurch' after Newcastle childcare centre's last-minute closure With less than a day's notice parents were left without childcare.