A dramatic beach rescue unfolded at Shelly Beach on the Central Coast after a teenage boy was found unconscious in the water around 11:30 AM on Tuesday, February 4. Quick-thinking bystanders rushed to his aid, pulling him to shore and immediately starting CPR. Paramedics from NSW
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If you’ve been paying attention to the so-called “green revolution” in Australia, you’ve probably heard a lot of promises from Chris Bowen, the Minister for Climate Change and Energy. According to him, we’re on the path to a clean energy future—cheaper, more reliable, and completely powered
Jo Haylen’s Boozy Hypocrisy: The Transport Minister Brought Down By Lack of Public Transport So, here’s a story that tells you everything you need to know about the people running New South Wales. Jo Haylen, the now former Transport Minister, spent years telling us she was
The University of Newcastle has taken a major step forward in the fight against childhood brain cancer, with Professor Matt Dun and his research team receiving a $2 million grant from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC). This funding will support groundbreaking research into
Let’s be honest—Labor will never build a train line from Cessnock to Maitland. They’ll promise it. They’ll commission studies. They’ll form committees, and they’ll hold public forums where they nod sympathetically while pretending to care. But when it comes time to actually lay down the tracks?
Bonnyrigg, NSW – A bus carrying six passengers crashed into a home in Bonnyrigg, near Sydney, this morning, causing significant damage to both the vehicle and the property. Emergency services rushed to the scene around 9:45am, but despite the severity of the crash, only minor injuries
A day at the beach turned into a nightmare when 17-year-old Charlize Zmuda was savagely killed by a shark off Bribie Island, north of Brisbane. The popular surf lifesaver was swimming around 100 meters offshore at Woorim Beach on Monday afternoon when the predator struck, inflicting
The Maitland Local Court plays a crucial role in the Hunter Valley’s justice system, handling a wide range of cases, from traffic violations to serious criminal matters. Each day, the court list outlines the cases scheduled for mention, hearing, or sentencing, providing insight into legal proceedings
Darren John Ridley, who has pleaded guilty to possessing child abuse material, remains on bail as he awaits sentencing on 12 March 2025. However, the court has upheld his current bail conditions, imposing strict restrictions on his internet use and movements. Ridley must:🔹 Reside in NSW
A 17-year-old boy has been charged following an alleged stabbing in Raymond Terrace over the weekend. Emergency services were called to Benjamin Lee Drive just after 2:30 am on Sunday, February 2, following reports of an assault. Upon arrival, police found two 31-year-old men injured, with
Today’s proceedings at Cessnock Local Court will see a packed schedule, with a range of cases set to be heard from 9:30 AM. The court list includes sentencing matters, police mentions, apprehended violence applications, and license and registration appeals. Among the notable cases, Memphis Bernard Daniel
Newcastle, NSW – A young woman will front court today after allegedly robbing and threatening another woman in a terrifying late-night ordeal in Newcastle West. The drama unfolded around 1 AM on Saturday (February 1) in a carpark on Steel Street when two 21-year-old women were
Let’s talk about Nuatali Nelmes. You know her—Newcastle’s 14th Lord Mayor, the woman who clung to power like a barnacle on the hull of a sinking ship. After 16 years in local government, she’s finally resigned. But let’s be clear: this wasn’t some noble act of
this is beyond reckless! Port Stephens Hunter Police are hunting down the lunatics caught riding unregistered dirt bikes with small children clinging to the front! Yep, you heard that right—kids being used as human airbags while these thrill-seekers tear up public roads. Police are calling on
Newcastle has secured its place on the world stage, with the city set to host four pool matches in the 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup. The announcement marks a major win for the Hunter region, bringing international rugby to local fans and providing a significant boost
A 28-year-old woman is set to appear in court today following her arrest for allegedly breaching bail conditions, as part of the ongoing investigation into the fatal stabbing of a man in Newcastle late last year. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, 17
RUTHERFORD – Heartless thieves have stolen a 2017 grey Mazda B32 utility (DLS 80Y) from CPS Rutherford on Tuesday night, taking with it a precious necklace containing a child’s ashes. The devastated owner is pleading for the return of the sentimental item, which holds the remains
The Cessnock State Emergency Service (SES) has been overwhelmed with requests for assistance, receiving nearly a year’s worth of calls in just the first few weeks of 2025. A severe storm last night added to the pressure, generating around 40 new requests from local residents. Cessnock
Police have launched an investigation following an aggravated break and enter that left a man injured in Newcastle overnight. Emergency services were called to a hotel on Nelson Street, Wallsend, around 2:30 AM after reports that a group of men had forced entry into the business.
Police are investigating reports of gunfire in Elermore Vale early this morning. Around 4 AM, residents reported hearing two gunshots outside a home on Lake Road. Authorities responded to the scene, and while Lake Road has since been reopened, investigations remain ongoing. In a separate incident,