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Conan Visinko is a journalist known for his work with MHV News, an Australian news outlet. He has written numerous articles covering a wide range of topics, including local news, crime, and community events. His work often highlights significant incidents and updates within the community, such as major drug busts, traffic accidents, and other local news stories. Visinko's reporting style is straightforward, focusing on delivering timely and relevant information to his readers. He has covered stories like the traffic chaos ahead of major events, shocking drug busts, and updates on public safety and community issue

Mention (Police) DATE: 28 May TIME: 9:00 am CASE NUMBER: 2025/00147736 JURISDICTION: Criminal COURT: Local Court ADDRESS: Maitland Road, CESSNOCK NSW 2325 LISTING TYPE: Mention (Police) PRESIDING OFFICERS: Magistrate R Maiden PARTIES: LOCATION: Cessnock Case Name: R v TORI MITCHELL Mention (Police) DATE: 28 May TIME:

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Police are appealing for public assistance after a man allegedly stole a $10,000 diamond ring from a jeweller on Keene Street, Cessnock. Officers were called to the store shortly after 2:15pm on Thursday, 8 May 2025, following reports the man fled on foot after inspecting the

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Maitland MP Jenny Aitchison is urging residents to work from home as widespread flooding continues to wreak havoc on local roads. Traffic has been brought to a standstill across Maitland and surrounding areas, particularly around Hexham and the Hexham Bridge, where many drivers have been stuck

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When Cyclone Tracy struck Darwin in 1974, it destroyed over 6,000 homes. In response, the Australian Government sent in more than 8,000 Defence Force personnel to rebuild. That was leadership. Fast forward to 2025: Floods have ravaged the Hunter and Mid North Coast. Over 10,000 properties

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A man has been charged following an alleged armed robbery at the Boatrowers Hotel in Stockton, near Newcastle, on Saturday evening. At around 7.50pm on 24 May 2025, police were called to the Fullerton Street venue after reports that a man had threatened patrons and demanded

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A routine traffic stop in Maitland has turned into a major drug bust after police allegedly found a stash of methamphetamine worth over $14,000 on a motorcyclist. Just after 11pm on Sunday night (25 May 2025), officers patrolling Grant Street pulled over a motorcycle. The 26-year-old

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Newcastle Court Listings: Trials, Hearings & Mentions for 26 May A number of cases are scheduled to be heard at the Newcastle District Court today, 26 May, with proceedings covering a range of criminal and civil matters. Multiple trials, hearings, and sentencing hearings will be overseen

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Who’s Appearing at Maitland Local Court Today – 26 May Dozens of criminal matters are set to be heard today at Maitland Local Court, located on High Street in Maitland, NSW. The court list for 26 May includes a range of hearings, police mentions, and applications

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Ongoing severe weather across the Maitland region has resulted in significant road closures and altered traffic conditions. Authorities are urging residents to stay informed, drive cautiously, and avoid non-essential travel. Major Closures Now in Effect: Water Over Roadways – Caution Advised: Road Damage Reported On: Sandbags

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Simon James McGrath, remains in custody after being charged with serious child sexual offences, including two counts of sexual intercourse with a child under 10 and indecent assault of a person under 16. The charges have been certified by the Office of the Director of Public

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Body of Man Found in Flood-Affected Home on Mid North Coast Mid North Coast, NSW — Thursday, 22 May 2025 The body of a 63-year-old man has been discovered in a flood-affected home on the Mid North Coast, as heavy rainfall continues to impact the region.

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Singleton, NSW – Police have identified 22-year-old Reece Robertson as the man accused of holding two teenage girls against their will for up to 10 hours in what investigators describe as a disturbing case of social media deception and sexual violence. Authorities allege Robertson contacted one

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Paterson, NSW — The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) has issued an urgent evacuation order for parts of Paterson as floodwaters continue to rise. Residents must evacuate before 11:30 PM tonight, Monday 19 May, due to major riverine flooding. Areas Affected: Floodwaters are now impacting these

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The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) has issued a Watch and Act flood warning for Paterson and surrounding areas, urging residents to stay alert and avoid all floodwaters as major flooding continues. The Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge is currently at 12.32 metres and falling slowly,

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NATURAL DISASTER DECLARED: East Coast NSW Communities Hit Hard The NSW and Federal Governments have officially declared a natural disaster across 16 Local Government Areas in eastern New South Wales after relentless storms and heavy rainfall wreaked havoc across the region. Disaster assistance funding has been

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Low-lying parts of Dungog are now under threat as the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) warns residents to prepare for isolation, with the Williams River expected to reach moderate flood levels (7.60m) overnight, between Monday and Tuesday. Watch and Act alerts are now active for the

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The NSW SES has issued an updated list of roads currently affected by flooding and closures across the Central Coast region. Roads CLOSED: Water Over Road – Use Caution: Motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through floodwaters. There are also reports of

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BREAKING: A young woman is in critical condition after a car ploughed into a bus shelter in Lake Macquarie’s Glendale on Friday afternoon. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Main Road around 4pm, after reports that a Holden Commodore had mounted the curb and crashed

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When asked if he’d stand up for his community and fight against offshore wind farms off the coast of the Hunter, Dan Repacholi didn’t hesitate. He didn’t express concern for the fishing industry, for property values, for the thousands of locals demanding a say in what

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A dramatic citizen’s arrest has unfolded in Charlestown following a collision between a motorbike and a mobility scooter at the Frederick Street intersection. Video footage shows a motorbike rider speeding through the intersection before striking an elderly man on a mobility scooter. The impact sent the

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