Cessnock Local Court serves as a critical venue for upholding justice in the Hunter region, addressing a wide array of cases that impact the local community. From minor traffic offenses to more serious criminal matters, the court provides a platform where the rule of law prevails
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A three-year-old boy is fighting for his life after being pulled unresponsive from a backyard swimming pool in Sydney’s southwest yesterday evening. Emergency services rushed to a Moorebank home just after 6:30 PM on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, following reports of the incident. CPR was administered
On Saturday, 14 December 2024, around 6:40 PM, Brisbane Water Highway Patrol officers were conducting speed enforcement on the Old Pacific Highway in Somersby when they detected a BMW S1000 motorcycle traveling at a staggering 193km/h in a 70km/h zone. The rider, who holds an overseas
6:12 PM, Tuesday, 17 December 2024 A 55-year-old man has tragically drowned after being pulled from the surf at Catherine Hill Bay this afternoon. Emergency services were called to the scene around 2:45 PM following reports that the man was found unresponsive in the water. Despite
Firefighters from the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) and the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) are currently working around the clock to control several fires burning in the Singleton area. These fires, which are believed to have been sparked by lightning strikes that passed through
The Minns Labor Government is seeking feedback from residents, workers, and visitors across the Hunter region, including Cessnock, as it develops the Hunter Strategic Regional Integrated Transport Plan (SRITP), aimed at improving travel options and the region’s transport network. The draft SRITP outlines a vision for
Labor has held the Division of Hunter since 1910, making it one of the safest seats in the country. This sprawling rural electorate, steeped in mining and agricultural history, has been a fortress for the Australian Labor Party (ALP) for over a century. With such an
A teacher has been charged over allegedly possessing child abuse material. On Tuesday 3 December 2024, police attached to Port Stephens-Hunter Police District commenced an investigation into reports a 23-year-old male teacher was in possession of child abuse material. On Wednesday 4 December 2024, police executed
Dan Repacholi, the supposed “unbiased” Chair of the House Select Committee on Nuclear Energy, has proven once again he’s anything but impartial. Instead of engaging in a substantive debate, Repacholi hit social media with a meme that would make a high schooler blush, followed by a
Emergency crews are currently on the scene of a vehicle crash at the Lake Munmorah Shopping Centre, where four people have been injured and are receiving treatment. The incident occurred about 12pm today when a vehicle crashed into a shop, leaving one person still inside the
A ferocious fire ripped through a house on Jeffries Street, Cessnock, in the early hours of this morning, sending flames shooting through the roof and out of the windows. The dramatic scene unfolded just after dawn, with thick smoke billowing into the sky as residents looked
A desperate appeal has been launched after a shocking hit-and-run left a teenage cyclist hospitalized on the Central Coast. The drama unfolded at around 8:15 PM on Thursday, December 12, 2024, on Minnesota Road, Hamlyn Terrace. A 14-year-old boy, riding his e-bike in a bike lane,
Dutton’s Nuclear Plan Sparks Debate on Renewable Costs and Viability Peter Dutton has announced that his Coalition’s nuclear energy plan would cost $331 billion, significantly less than the $595 billion he claims Labor’s renewable energy strategy would demand. His proposal includes building seven nuclear power plants
A dramatic police chase near Coffs Harbour has led to a critical incident investigation. Around 7:45 AM today, officers tried to stop a speeding vehicle on the Pacific Highway at Tucabia, but the driver refused to pull over. The pursuit was called off due to dangerous
Lake Macquarie Police District are appealing for public assistance to locate a man missing from the state’s north. Adam Hynds,37, was last seen in Eveleen Street, Cardiff South about 4.15pm Tuesday (10 December 2024). When he could not be located or contacted, officers attached to Lake
Mark your calendars! The highly anticipated Cessnock Regional Skatepark will officially open on Saturday, 14 December, with a day packed full of thrilling activities and entertainment for all ages. The event kicks off at 9:00 AM with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by breathtaking skate demonstrations from
A 33-year-old man is facing a string of serious charges after a dramatic police pursuit on the Central Coast. It all started around 11:10 AM on Tuesday, 10 December 2024, when officers tried to pull over a vehicle on Showground Road, Gosford. But the driver refused
Police are calling on the public to help identify a man and woman captured in images following a theft in East Maitland on Thursday, September 19, 2024. Authorities believe the pair could assist with investigations into the incident. Do you recognize them? If you have any
Exciting news for coffee enthusiasts in Maitland—Starbucks is officially coming to Rutherford. A Development Application (DA) has been approved for a new Starbucks location near the Shell service station on the New England Highway. The highly anticipated outlet will be situated on a side street adjacent
A high-ranking police officer has been charged over alleged breaches of an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order (AVO) on the Central Coast. The 39-year-old senior constable, attached to the North West Metropolitan region, was arrested following an investigation by Tuggerah Lakes Police District. Authorities launched the probe