Labor has just announced a $100 million commitment to build a renewable energy storage facility in Newcastle. On paper, it sounds like a win for the Hunter—jobs, investment, and a cleaner energy future. But look beyond the headlines, and a different story emerges. Despite the fanfare,
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Looking for today’s Cessnock court list? Here is the full list of individuals scheduled to appear before Magistrate R. Richardson at Cessnock Local Court, located on Maitland Road, Cessnock NSW 2325, today, Wednesday, 12 June 2025. 🛑 Note: This listing includes police matters, breach proceedings, hearings,
Stolen Church Bell Recovered by Hunter Antique Collector, But Search for Missing Donger Continues A historic church bell stolen from St Anne’s Anglican Church in Paterson has been recovered after a local antique collector spotted it at a Hunter Valley scrapyard. The 150-year-old bell, taken earlier
The man charged over a destructive fire in Warners Bay has been identified as 47-year-old Joseph Allan Green, who faced Belmont Local Court yesterday, Tuesday 10 June 2025. Green appeared in custody via audio visual link before Magistrate S Olischlager, represented by Ms Winter. The court
A family is living every parent’s worst nightmare, desperately searching for answers after 14-year-old Lakyia Gillison vanished from Gillieston Heights on Monday evening. Lakyia was last seen around 5:30pm on Les Drive. When she couldn’t be reached, her family contacted police, and a search was quickly
Australia has joined the United Kingdom, Canada, New Zealand, and Norway in imposing sanctions on two senior Israeli ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, citing their roles in inciting violence against Palestinians and undermining human rights in the West Bank. The sanctions, announced by Foreign Minister
Hunter Valley, NSW — June 11, 2025 Today marks two years since the tragic bus crash that shook the Hunter Valley and the nation, claiming 10 lives and injuring dozens more. On the night of June 11, 2023, what began as a joyful celebration at a
Have you read the Cessnock Council’s latest “Financial Sustainability Review”? You probably haven’t. And that’s by design. Because if you did — if you really read it — you’d be outraged. And you should be. Because this isn’t just a report. It’s not an assessment. It’s
Cessnock’s much-loved Stomp Festival is set to return on Saturday, 2 August 2025, with a fresh new location and a bigger lineup of food, fun, and family entertainment. For the first time, the festival will be held on the grounds of TAFE NSW Cessnock, running from
A vehicle breakdown is affecting traffic on the New England Highway at John Renshaw Drive in Beresfield. 🕐 Started: Today at 1:47pm🚗 Impact: 1 of 2 eastbound lanes (lane 2) is currently closed.👷 Responders: Transport for NSW is on scene.⚠️ Advice: Motorists are advised to exercise
The Hunter Valley community is reeling after the theft of a 185-year-old church bell from the deconsecrated St Ann’s Presbyterian Church in Paterson. The bell, which holds significant historical value, was removed using an angle grinder between Thursday and Sunday afternoon, according to police reports. Chief
A 47-year-old man has been charged after allegedly setting fire to a home, an SUV, and a motorcycle in Warners Bay late last night. Emergency services were called to Margaret Street just after 11pm on Monday, 9 June 2025, following reports of a house fire. Fire
A unique Nissen hut-style property in Cessnock has sold for a surprising $429,000, highlighting the growing affordability crisis in regional New South Wales. Located at 8 Wangi Avenue, the three-bedroom, one-bathroom home sits on a 556.4m² fully fenced block and features an open-plan living/dining area, kitchen
Tomago Smelter Bailout: Another Bill for You, Another Win for the Climate Elites So here we are again—another day, another multinational begging Canberra for taxpayer cash. According to the Australian Financial Review, Tomago Aluminium is now pleading for a multibillion-dollar bailout just to keep operating. Why?
Cessnock, NSW – Former Mayor Jay Suvaal has officially resigned from his role as a Councillor on Cessnock City Council, citing increased professional and family responsibilities. In a statement shared online, Suvaal said the decision was made after “careful consideration and conversations with my family, friends,
Thursday, 5 June 2025 – TomagoA multi-vehicle crash has caused significant disruption on Tomago Road, between Old Punt Road and Cabbage Tree Road, with both directions affected. Emergency services responded to the incident shortly after it was reported around 6:00 am, with the latest update confirmed
Gun violence in the Hunter continues to escalate, with police launching an urgent investigation after a shotgun was fired during a home invasion in Mayfield. At around 3:50am on Friday, 30 May 2025, officers were called to a residence on Bull Street following reports of a
In a significant move to bolster the earnings of low-paid workers, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) has announced a 3.5% increase to Australia’s national minimum wage. Effective from July 1, 2025, this adjustment will raise the hourly rate from $24.10 to $24.94, translating to a weekly
The City of Newcastle has issued an important safety update regarding South Newcastle Beach—traditionally known as Yirannali by the local Awabakal people, meaning “place of falling rocks.” Due to the area’s long history of cliff instability, Council has been actively monitoring and managing the South Newcastle
Two teenagers have been arrested and charged following a dramatic early-morning break-in and ute crash in Rutherford, as police intensify efforts under Operation Soteria. Just after 1am, concerned residents alerted police to a ute being driven erratically through Ventura Close. Officers from Port Stephens-Hunter Police District