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NSW's biggest coal mine to close in 2030. Now what about the workers?

The clock is now ticking on New South Wales’ largest coal mine. BHP has announced it will close its Mount Arthur mine in the Hunter Valley in 2030 – 15 years ahead of its scheduled end of life.

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Dozens of charges over spike in thefts from vehicles, police say

A steep rise in the number of cases of thefts from motor vehicles at Muswellbrook was at least partly to do with a spate of incidents involving a group of juveniles allegedly committing robberies in the area, Hunter Valley Police District acting commander Superintendent Joanne Schultz says.

Newcastle Herald

BHP plans to shut Mt Arthur mine in 2030

BHP says it will stop operations at its Mt Arthur coalmine in NSW's Hunter Valley after plans to sell the operation failed.

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BHP announces plans to close NSW's largest coal mine at Mt Arthur by 2030

Mining giant BHP fails to find a buyer for its Mt Arthur operation in the NSW Hunter Valley, and announces it will close the site in 2030.

ABC News

Man rescued after excavator pins him to retaining wall at Greta

Firefighters have released images of a delicate rescue operation at Greta in the Hunter Valley that took place earlier this week.

Newcastle Herald

Ocean swimmer Craig Clarke sets sights on English Channel, after training in waters off Newcastle

Hunter Valley mineworker Craig Clarke knows many people think he's "crazy", as he dives into the ocean at dawn in the middle of winter. But it's all in preparation for realising his dream of swimming the English Channel.

ABC News

Joeys, weapons seized in Hunter Valley rural crime crackdown

FIREARMS and two joeys are in police custody after a rural crime investigation spanning the Hunter Valley.

Newcastle Herald

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Former NSW minister Ian Macdonald seeks judge-alone trial

The Crown has yet to say whether it will oppose the application for the trial, which relates to a Hunter Valley mining licence.

Newcastle Herald

Retiring Hunter Valley bullfighter Mitch Russell reflects on toughest sport on dirt

As a teenager he discovered lasting eight seconds on a bucking bull was tricky, but the role he took up as a protection athlete in the arena was often more dangerous.

ABC News

All the winners from the 2022 Hunter Valley Legends and Wine Industry Awards

New areas of Wine Country life honoured with two new awards.

Newcastle Herald

Muswellbrook is among the most polluted postcodes in Australia

AGL, Australia's largest climate polluter, says its proposed corporate demerger represents a critical step in its push to reduce emissions in the Hunter Valley.

Newcastle Herald

Neil McGuigan joins Hunter wine legends

He is the fourth member of his family to be earn legend status

Newcastle Herald

Sweeping new search powers granted to Hunter Valley police

NSW police can now search the homes, cars, planes and boats of convicted drug dealers without a warrant as part of the crackdown on Sydney criminal gangs involved in public executions and turf wars.

Newcastle Herald

Crowded House reschedule Hunter Valley show

CROWDED House's postponed Hunter Valley concert has been rescheduled for Saturday, November 12.

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Hunter Valley Police allege seized cocaine 'destined' for the Scone Cup

NSW Police have arrested a pub licensee as part of investigations into alleged drug supply activity ahead of a major horse racing event in the Hunter Valley this weekend.

Newcastle Herald

How energy 'transition' became a dirty word in the Hunter Valley

"It's framed that they're coming for your jobs," researcher Dr Gareth Edwards says.

Newcastle Herald

Hunter Valley reveals its secrets at festival

More than 40 events are planned throughout May and June, showcasing and celebrating the best the region has to offer - including the sub-regions of Broke and Lovedale.

Newcastle Herald

What's on in Newcastle and the Hunter Valley

A Little Bit of Italy in Broke, Tocal Field Days, Lake Mac Autumn Fair, Mega Creatures ... there's something for everyone.

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Teenager charged with 31 property crimes in the Hunter, New England

Oxley and Hunter Valley police districts have been investigating a spate of break-ins and stolen motor vehicles since January this year.

Newcastle Herald

Industry salute to Karl Stockhausen's life in Hunter Valley vines

His special place in Hunter winemaking was recognised in 2007 when he became one of the six inaugural recipients of the Hunter Valley Wine Industry's Legends awards.

AAP

NSW woman wins epic coalmine battle

A NSW farmer says she and her community can finally relax after a dogged battle against a coalmine expansion in the Hunter Valley.

Newcastle Herald

Space view shows extent of Hunter mine scars in new research

Councils want old mining land unlocked for re-use.

Newcastle Herald

Billions of reasons why the Hunter economy needs help in shaking its coal addiction

The Hunter Valley has 'real potential' to reinvent itself, but the region lacks a plan.

Newcastle Herald

The future of Hunter coal mining after the change to renewable energy

Experts warn that the Hunter's reliance on the coal mining industry is becoming increasingly risky as the pressure grows to slash greenhouse gas emissions and meet the Paris Climate Agreement goals.

ABC News

After 50 years of burning coal to generate power, Liddell power station wind-down begins

AGL is closing the first of four units at its Liddell power station in the Hunter Valley today as it develops a low carbon energy hub on the site.

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