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UNBELIEVABLE: Meryl swanson - Caught on Camera

Fierce backlash over NBN job cuts, WIN accused of 'gutting' regional newsrooms

'It strips the once proud, robust and respected news service to a bare bones operation.'

Newcastle Herald

Open to traffic: first cars cross new 'flood-proof' Melville bridge

It's hoped the higher, stronger bridge will be the end of flood detours.

Newcastle Herald

'Absolutely disgusted': why Kim Leanne King hopes the government's legal action against 3M fails

'They made us fight for nearly five years...now the shoe is on the other foot.'

Newcastle Herald

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Big election energy: power debate relentlessly drives Hunter region’s politics

In all three seats surrounding the electorate of Newcastle – Hunter, Paterson and Shortland – the transition from fossil fuels is furiously contested

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How anger at Australia’s rollout of renewables is being hijacked by a new pro-nuclear network

An alliance of political groups is harnessing real fears about the local impact of wind and solar farms – and using them to spruik nuclear power

The Guardian - AU

Hard sell to Hunter seat, but boggling mix may be decisive

Paterson's poll that could have national consequences.

Newcastle Herald

Bulk-billing clinic to open in Lake Macquarie, easing pressure on hospitals

The urgent care clinic will be open for extended hours, seven days a week.

Newcastle Herald

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Push for a third bulk-billing clinic in the Hunter during Health Minister visit

A disadvantaged part of the Hunter has, so far, missed out.

Newcastle Herald

Liberal Laurence Antcliff to take on Labor in the Seat of Paterson

Laurence Antcliff to contest Paterson for Liberal Party.

Newcastle Herald

Watch final roof beam lifted onto Newcastle Airport international terminal

The terminal opening is expected to land August 1, 2025.

Newcastle Herald

Coffee run: Maitland pony makes espresso getaway in the Hunter

An MP was caught in an improvised rescue to extract Coffee from hot water.

Newcastle Herald

Labor's Leah Anderson declares victory in Port Stephens mayoral race

Labor could hold up to six seats on Port Stephens council.

Newcastle Herald

Four-way battle for Liberal preselection in Paterson heats up

Laurence Antcliff the favourite in Paterson preselection race.

Newcastle Herald

'Hoax': report backing live sheep export ban savaged

Peak livestock and farming bodies have derided a report backing a ban on Australian live sheep exports, saying the inquiry that led to it was a sham.

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Kurri Kurri shifts out of Paterson electorate in blow to Labor

Muswellbrook is poised to move out of the Hunter electorate.

Newcastle Herald

Liberal Brooke Vitnell rules herself out of race for Paterson

The Medowie lawyer won a swing of 1.7 per cent in 2022.

Newcastle Herald

Federal MPs demand state investigates buying old rail for Hunter passengers

They told NSW to 'have a good hard look' at the idea.

Newcastle Herald

$5.4-million outreach program to support Hunter veterans and their families

Outreach programs will be set up in three Hunter Region towns.

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Focus on Australia's role in SE Asia's food security

A parliamentary committee will examine the role Australian agriculture has to play in the Southeast Asian market, and how it can support food security.

Newcastle Herald

Albanese says Hunter offshore wind project 'about jobs', reliable power

The PM says his government is aware of environmental concerns.

AAP

School meals on the menu to boost children's health

A parliamentary committee wants the government to put school meals on the menu across Australia in a bid to improve the health of the nation's school children.

Newcastle Herald

What gifts did your MP get this year?

Dan Repacholi could be the most popular politician in the country if his register of interests is anything to go off.

Newcastle Herald

How much did your MP spend in just three months?

The region's federal politicians were among the parliament's top 50 spenders over a three-month period.

AAP

Inquiry reveals recipe to ensure nation's food security

A national plan and the appointment of federal minister are among 35 recommendations of a year-long parliamentary inquiry examining food security in Australia.

Newcastle Herald

Bowen and Port Stephens offshore wind opponents agree to keep talking

Paterson MP Meryl Swanson facilitates offshore wind meeting.

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