Newcastle Police are appealing for public assistance as they investigate an incident involving a man found with serious head injuries in Waratah earlier this week. Around 7:00 PM on Wednesday, 15 January 2025, an off-duty paramedic discovered a 28-year-old man with significant head injuries at...
Exciting progress is underway as the redevelopment project for Cessnock Leagues Club receives official approval! Temporary fencing has been installed this week around the Wollombi Road properties in preparation for demolition, which is scheduled to begin on Monday, January 20. This phase of work is...
A man has died after being pulled from the water at a beach on the state’s Central Coast. About 6.20pm yesterday (Tuesday 14 January 2025), emergency services responded to reports that members of the public were performing CPR on a man who had been removed...
A police pursuit in Newcastle came to a dramatic end outside the Wickham Park Hotel in Islington, resulting in a multi-vehicle crash. The incident caused traffic disruptions in the area, but vehicles are still able to pass through with delays. A police paddy wagon from...
Location: Newcastle Link Road, Wallsend, NSW 2287Time: 5 minutes agoType: Grass Fire The NSW Rural Fire Service has reported a grass fire on Newcastle Link Road in Wallsend. Authorities advise that there is no immediate danger to the public. However, residents and commuters are urged...
Detectives are ramping up their hunt for suspects in a suspected arson attack that gutted a council building in Lake Macquarie late last year. The dramatic blaze broke out at 3:50 AM on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at a property on Main Road, Speers Point,...
Nine people were rescued by Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie volunteers yesterday morning after their commercial vessel began taking on water 5.5 kilometers off Swansea Heads. Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Steve Raymond reported that the emergency call came through just before 9 a.m. on Sunday, January...
Two teenagers have been charged following a fire at a school in West Kempsey on the NSW north coast. According to police, the incident occurred between 2:00 AM and 5:30 AM today when two boys, aged 13 and 14, allegedly broke into a school on...
NSW Public Mental Health Services Set for Major Disruptions as 200 Psychiatrists Plan to Resign Starting 20 January 2025, New South Wales public mental health services are expected to face significant disruptions as approximately 200 public health psychiatrists plan to resign over disputes regarding their...
11-Year-Old Boy Airlifted to Hospital After Being Crushed by Concrete Letterbox in Cessnock
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Emergency services were called to Hickey Street in Cessnock following reports of an 11-year-old boy being crushed by a concrete letterbox around 12:58am Yesterday. The Cessnock District Rescue Squad, along with NSW Ambulance paramedics, worked urgently to free the boy from the heavy structure. Due...
Loyal customers of Billy the Squid Takeaway were left stunned yesterday after discovering an eviction notice plastered on the front doors of the popular eatery. The notice, issued by a law firm representing the landlord signals the closure of yet another small business struggling to...
Cessnock residents are being urged to assist in locating a stolen vehicle. A car was taken from outside a home in Kitchener at approximately 2:55 AM this morning. The vehicle’s registration plate is DFN 52C. If you spot the vehicle or have any information, please...
A man in his 30s was fatally stabbed at a home on Mahogany Crescent in Gateshead, Lake Macquarie, south of Newcastle, NSW. Emergency services were called to the scene around 11 PM on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Despite paramedics’ efforts, the man succumbed to his...
Parts of the Hunter, including Cooranbong, Morisset, and Dora Creek, are experiencing significant communication issues due to a Telstra mobile phone outage. The disruption has left many residents and businesses without reliable mobile service, sparking frustration across the region. Federal Member for Hunter, Dan Repacholi,...
Maitland Court List Today: Key Cases and Legal Updates The Maitland Court list for today highlights significant legal cases that underscore the importance of justice and accountability in our community. From criminal proceedings to civil disputes, the docket showcases a range of legal matters that...
Cessnock Local Court List Today: Updates on Criminal Cases, Traffic Offenses, and More The Cessnock Local Court list today features a variety of cases ranging from criminal charges to traffic violations, reflecting the diverse legal challenges faced by the local community. As a vital part...
A man and woman from Muswellbrook are facing a combined total of 216 charges following an investigation into alleged fraudulent vehicle inspection practices. In early 2024, Muswellbrook Highway Patrol, with the assistance of Transport for NSW, launched an investigation into the suspected fraudulent issuance of...
Cessnock Local Court List Today: Updates on Criminal Cases, Traffic Offenses, and More The Cessnock Local Court list today features a variety of cases ranging from criminal charges to traffic violations, reflecting the diverse legal challenges faced by the local community. As a vital part...
The Cessnock Volunteer Rescue Association (VRA), also known as the Cessnock District Rescue Squad, is currently on the scene of a vehicle crash at the intersection of Cessnock Road and Clark Street, Weston. The incident, logged at 3:18 PM on January 9, 2025, involves a...
