A 40-year-old man has been charged following an investigation into traffic and firearm offences linked to an incident last month. Around 8 AM on Thursday, 13 February 2024, police attempted to stop a stolen blue Ford Falcon on The Bucketts Way at Booral. The vehicle had
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A 22-year-old man is fighting for his life after being dropped off at Lake Macquarie Private Hospital with a gunshot wound to the chest on Thursday night. Emergency services were called to the Gateshead hospital around 7:50 PM after reports the man had “presented” with the
Cyclone Alfred is barreling toward southeast Queensland and northern New South Wales, bringing with it not just destructive winds but a political storm that could determine the next election. Natural disasters test governments, and how the Albanese government responds to this crisis could decide its fate.
Cessnock Local Court Listings: Latest Cases, Charges & Outcomes Looking for the latest Cessnock Local Court listings? Stay informed with today’s most up-to-date court cases, charges, and legal outcomes. From drink driving offences to drug possession charges, theft, and assault cases, we bring you the latest
One Nation is set to unveil its candidate for the Hunter electorate at a special campaign launch event next month. The Hunter Candidate Launch will take place on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the Albion Hotel in Singleton. Attendees will have the chance to meet Senator
Police are seeking information after a group of teenagers, including one who claimed to be 14 years old, entered Maxi Save Maitland and threatened staff with a hammer. Witnesses report the suspect was accompanied by multiple other youths. Local businesses are urged to remain vigilant as
Cessnock District Rescue Squad was called in for an unusual rescue mission after a red-bellied black snake found itself in a sticky predicament. The reptile had become trapped on a glue-based rodent trap—devices designed for catching mice and rats but notorious for ensnaring unintended wildlife. After
Hunter Valley, NSW – A man in his 30s has been airlifted to hospital in serious condition following a motor vehicle accident at Castle Rock early Friday morning. At around 5:00 AM on February 28, the Westpac Rescue Helicopter was deployed by NSW Ambulance to the
The Anderson family of Milbrodale, New South Wales, lost their home and all possessions to a devastating fire on the night of Saturday, March 1st, 2025. The blaze consumed their residence, leaving them with only the clothes they were wearing. Jo Anderson recounted the harrowing experience:
Authorities are urgently searching for 12-year-old Kyia, who was last seen leaving a home in Tenambit around 6:30 PM on Friday, 28 February 2025. Kyia was wearing a black shirt, black jumper, and black shorts when she disappeared. She is believed to be with two other
A 19-year-old P1 provisional motorcycle rider has had his licence suspended after being caught speeding at 178km/h on the Hunter Expressway. At 5:15 PM on February 27, Newcastle Highway Patrol officers were conducting speed enforcement at Buchanan when they detected the rider travelling east at nearly
The Great Beer Tax Scam: The Freeze Changes Nothing—You’re Still Paying You’ve probably been told, over and over, that it was created to curb alcohol abuse, to reduce violence, to make Australians healthier. That’s what the government says every time they raise it. It’s all for
Port Stephens has just been named the number-one tourist destination in New South Wales. And why wouldn’t it be? It’s stunning—pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and home to one of the best whale-watching experiences in the world. People come from everywhere just to catch a glimpse of
It’s funny how politics works sometimes. On Wednesday, during a visit to Maitland, the Liberal-National Coalition, led by Deputy Leader Sussan Ley and Paterson candidate Laurence Antcliff, made a sudden announcement: they’re now promising to build an Urgent Care Clinic in the area. After years of
Police are appealing for assistance in identifying a woman who may be from the Kurri Kurri area. Authorities have released images of the woman and are urging anyone with information to come forward. Members of the public with relevant details are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers
A dramatic seven-hour police pursuit across the Hunter region ended with a man’s arrest in Mendooran today, after officers fired shots at a vehicle that struck an officer. The chase began around 1 AM when Hunter Valley Highway Patrol attempted to stop a station wagon in
For months now, Labor has been running a scare campaign about nuclear power, claiming it will increase electricity bills by $1,200 a year. Sounds scary, right? But here’s the reality—power prices in Australia have already skyrocketed by 60 to 80 percent under Labor’s so-called “renewable revolution.”
A police pursuit in the Hunter region ended with the deployment of road spikes and the arrest of a 24-year-old man this morning. At around 8:50 AM on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, Highway Patrol officers detected a vehicle allegedly exceeding the speed limit on Majors Lane,
Police have launched an investigation after a car crashed into the roof of a home in Port Macquarie overnight. Emergency services were called to Hindman Street around 9:30 PM on Tuesday (25 February) following reports that a vehicle had gone airborne, striking the house after crashing
Cessnock’s firefighters have officially moved into their new state-of-the-art fire station on Cessnock Street, marking the end of an era for the 109-year-old station that had served the community since 1916. The new facility boasts modern upgrades, including clean transitional zones designed to remove hazardous contaminants