The bus crash, a mysterious disappearance and answers in high-profile murder cases These are the biggest court cases and investigations of 2024. Newcastle Herald · Jan 10, 2024
'He was more than what happened': family remembers Zac Barnes at inquest The Metford teenager's mother prays she will be able to bring Zac home, after the inquest into his disappearance wrapped up. Newcastle Herald · Jul 19, 2023
'He wasn't himself': inside the final moments before teen vanished The last people to see Zac Barnes alive have fronted the inquest into his disappearance. Newcastle Herald · Jul 18, 2023
Inquest opens six years after 'loving son, brother, friend' Zac Barnes vanished 'The uncertainty of his whereabouts is a hole with his family ... that never leaves.' Newcastle Herald · Jul 17, 2023
'Dead': Teen texts before vanishing into bush Teenager Zac Erin Barnes appeared upset and aggressive before exiting his friend's vehicle and walking into the bush where he vanished without a trace. AAP · Jul 17, 2023
'Where is Zac Barnes?' Inquest seeking answers to one of Hunter's enduring mysteries Zac Barnes' family takes a step closer to finding out why he disappeared seven years ago and what happened next. Newcastle Herald · Jul 16, 2023
What happened to Zac? Inquest into teen's disappearance 'I still look for you in the crowds although deep down I know you are not coming back.' Newcastle Herald · Jul 10, 2023
'More work to be done': Missing persons DNA program extended In Australia, more than 38,000 people are reported missing each year. Newcastle Herald · Aug 3, 2022
Police to collect DNA in Newcastle for database to help solve missing person cases In Australia, more than 38,000 people are reported missing each year. Newcastle Herald · Jul 30, 2022