'How hard is it?': Beaumont Street CCTV cameras caught in funding fight Liberal councillor Jenny Barrie accuses Newcastle MP Tim Crakanthorp of 'abandoning' residents and businesses. Newcastle Herald · Sep 22
Potholes or politics: has Newcastle council got its priorities straight? Councillor argues agenda looks more like a 'Hansard transcript'. Newcastle Herald · Sep 3
'You can't even give us the basics': why Newcastle wants Canberra to pay up Millions in funding on the cards as councils cry out for cash. Newcastle Herald · Aug 27
They put their hands up for public office. Then the abuse began. What happens when women stop feeling safe in politics? Newcastle Herald · Aug 14
Hunter students condemn rise of One Nation as thousands skip school A gathering in Civic Park on Thursday followed thousands of students walking out of class to protest Pauline Hanson's One Nation. Newcastle Herald · Aug 13
'Take all the TVs out too?': councillor queries pokie move Councillors vote in support of strong pokies regulation. Newcastle Herald · Aug 10
'I could just hear her voice': how late councillor's legacy is creating a new generation of leaders Sinead Francis-Coan led by bringing people together. Newcastle Herald · Aug 7
Newcastle council says big polluters should cough up for climate damage Councillors say ratepayers shouldn't foot climate bill. Newcastle Herald · Jul 30
'They see the pressure': why pokies reform is on Newcastle council's agenda Newcastle deputy lord mayor Charlotte McCabe pushes for poker machine reform. Newcastle Herald · Jul 27
'I was shocked': why weed spraying at Blackbutt Reserve has sparked concerns Charlotte Thaarup wants Newcastle council to stop using glyphosate. Newcastle Herald · Jul 24
Search for Common Ground: Where is the line between free and hate speech? "I think the topic of free speech and its proper boundaries is especially important." Newcastle Herald · Jun 7
Political row erupts over the future of Newcastle ferries 'It seems the Greens think you can buy a ferry off the shelf at Bunnings.' Newcastle Herald · Jun 1
Arrests made as protesters block coal shipping lane The third day of an annual coal blockade protest has resulted in arrests, with 11 people charged with alleged marine-related offences. AAP · Nov 29, 2025
'Protestival' set to sail despite big police presence Thousands are expected to gather to blockade Australia's largest coal port as a local council backs the protest message as consistent with its own views. AAP · Nov 28, 2025
Newcastle Herald · Nov 11, 2024 'Modest surplus' as Newcastle council balances its books Ratepayers forked out $219 million in rates and charges, an increase of $10.6 million.
Newcastle Herald · Nov 1, 2024 New program aims to give locals the power to access renewable energy The move is designed to combat rising energy costs.
Newcastle Herald · Oct 29, 2024 Revealed: Newcastle Airport insolvency risk as cash reserves plummet Documents reveal the operation is running out of money.
Newcastle Herald · Oct 18, 2024 Winning time must start now for new-look Jets Letters: 'We have the right to demand a winning team'.
Newcastle Herald · Oct 15, 2024 Newcastle Greens candidate hopes to further erode Labor stronghold 'I think people feel let down by Labor.'
Newcastle Herald · Oct 11, 2024 Lord mayor's 'deliberate ambush' claim causes quite the Ker-fuffle 'The lord mayor is not elected to be a dictator.'
Newcastle Herald · Oct 10, 2024 Councillors home in on missile factory, goings-on at Newcastle Airport DAs, governance structure, Astra Aerolab: councillors want answers.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 30, 2024 Kerridge confirmed despite strong Labor preferences from Greens voters Cr Kerridge won 51.68pc of the two-party preferred vote.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 20, 2024 Nelmes slams 'dirtiest campaign I've witnessed in Newcastle's history' Kerridge campaign manager urges Nelmes to 'reflect' on why she lost.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 15, 2024 'They thought I was a silly old old man': Ross Kerridge reflects on Newcastle election result Labor and Independents neck and neck in Newcastle mayoral race.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 14, 2024 Newcastle lord mayoral lead change as race too close to call Ross Kerridge and Nuatali Nelmes are neck and neck.