'Direct attack on the lord mayor': Gavin Morris accuses council of 'returning' to old ways Comments about a boutique stadium took a turn in the chamber. Newcastle Herald · 1h ago
We pick our best team of the NPL season. From YouTube scouts to bicycle kicks, here's the final cut See who made the cut in the team of the year for 2026. Newcastle Herald · 1h ago
Aged care nurse who assaulted six residents in dementia wing learns fate The 22-year-old assaulted eight people at Uniting Garden Suburb. Newcastle Herald · 2h ago
'Nail your colours to the mast': Minns challenges crossbench to support Hunter workers Legislation needed to diversify the Hunter's economy may not pass before state election. Newcastle Herald · 2h ago
Coal group threatens legal action against council if Rising Tide protest allowed Coal Australia 'demands' City of Newcastle reject People's Blockade application. Newcastle Herald · 3h ago
Plan to unclog popular Hunter waterway The state government will discuss solutions to removing sediment from the upper Myall River. Newcastle Herald · 6h ago
Decision to dump waste privatisation push will cost households an extra $47 Council workers claim victory after decision on FOGO service. Newcastle Herald · 11h ago
Man accused of random sexual assault on girl, 14, wants bail after trial delayed The 38-year-old was already on bail when he allegedly forced the girl to perform oral sex on him. Newcastle Herald · 12h ago
'Unfeasible': push to install Hamilton Opal gates runs into heritage hurdle 'They haven't even bothered to cost it.' Newcastle Herald · 13h ago
Dozens of Hunter Valley graves robbed of memorial plaques: police NSW Police are investigating. Newcastle Herald · 22h ago
'I know what I'm doing': Hunter company fined over worker's tragic death near Newcastle port The court heard the Hunter grandfather's last words before being fatally struck in the head were "don't worry, I know what I'm doing". Newcastle Herald · Oct 7
'Position to learn': Premier confirms safety review of Knights crowd crash Council and police crowd measures questioned after fan accident. Newcastle Herald · Oct 7
Council's park sale fallout: chamber erupts over blame A bitter fight over responsibility ended with a bid to suspend the property advisory panel. Newcastle Herald · Oct 7
'We have to look at this again': Minns says he understands Adamstown gates fury Premier Chris Minns has left the door open to progressing the Lower Hunter Freight Bypass. Newcastle Herald · Oct 7
Newcastle Herald · Oct 7 Declan Clausen returns as city's deputy lord mayor for record eighth year It's a role the Labor councillor knows well.
Newcastle Herald · Oct 7 High Court blocks Hunter coal mine expansion in landmark climate ruling The High Court ruled in favour of a community group's challenge.
Newcastle Herald · Oct 6 'Significant trauma': calls grow for mental health support after Wallsend crash 'It can really shake people's sense of safety.'
Newcastle Herald · Oct 6 Growth, cuts and controversy: the tenure of university vice-chancellor Alex Zelinsky The vice-chancellor has announced his retirement.
Newcastle Herald · Oct 6 Hunter drivers to benefit from massive $1.74-billion boost to key road corridors The new funding will make three key road corridors safer and more efficient
Newcastle Herald · Oct 6 With his theatre company in danger, Daniel called for help. Here's why he needs a 'miracle' The production could lose almost half a million dollars.
Newcastle Herald · Oct 6 Beloved barber and 'true supporter' of Knights faces long road to recovery after crash Dave was meant to walk his daughter down the aisle next week. Here's how you can help.
Newcastle Herald · Oct 6 'Slap in the face to every paramedic': NSW Ambulance budget blowout sparks cost cuts 'Cutting staff now means longer waits for patients.'
Newcastle Herald · Oct 6 Former operators of Newcastle cafes accused of migrant worker breaches Almost $30,000 allegedly went unpaid, with close to half owed to just one worker.
Newcastle Herald · Oct 6 Hunter councils divided over grants shake-up Rural councils back the changes, but the larger coastal councils say it'll strip them of millions
Newcastle Herald · Oct 6 Newcastle councillors reject bid to fly Tibetan flag above City Hall Should the council fly other flags above City Hall?