Cessnock Mayor’s Wollombi Road Plan Rejected, Tender Vote Looms in Secret Session Cessnock Mayor Daneil Watton has faced another crushing defeat in the council chambers after his Mayoral Minute to halt the Wollombi Road upgrade was struck down in a fiery debate. The motion, which sparked
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Lake Macquarie is buzzing with excitement as four prized fish, worth a combined $100,000, await capture in this weekend’s Let’s Fish Lake Mac competition. A flathead, tailor, bream, and whiting—each tagged with a $25,000 bounty—were stealthily released at secret lake locations earlier this week under the
A leisurely ride turned deadly for a 45-year-old man after a shocking electric skateboard crash at Umina Beach. Emergency services rushed to Trafalgar Avenue around 6 PM on Sunday, November 18, following reports of the devastating fall. Paramedics treated the man on the scene before he
Today’s Cessnock Local Court Listings: Legal Insights and Key Cases Welcome to today’s Cessnock Local Court listings, where we provide an overview of the most notable cases scheduled to appear in court. Whether you’re seeking information on criminal charges, traffic offenses, or civil disputes, this daily
Cessnock residents are up in arms after it was revealed that tonight’s crucial discussion on the Wollombi Road Upgrade Project will take place behind closed doors, with the public kept completely in the dark. The council will discuss the tender for the construction stage of the
In a dramatic rescue operation on Tuesday, November 19, the Westpac Rescue Helicopter sprang into action following a horrifying power tool accident in Coffs Harbour. Around 3:30 PM, the chopper was dispatched to Kempsey Airport, where it rendezvoused with an ambulance rushing from the accident scene.
NSW’s Most Wanted: Unsolved Crimes and High-Stakes ManhuntsExplore the gripping world of unsolved crimes, fugitive manhunts, and Australia’s most dangerous criminals. From cold case murders to large-scale drug operations, these individuals have evaded justice for years. Stay informed about the latest developments in law enforcement efforts,
New details have emerged about Jason Talbot, one of the suspects charged in the brutal stabbing murder of a man in Newcastle. It has been revealed that Talbot was on bail for a string of domestic violence offences at the time of the alleged killing. Court
In a shocking turn of events, two suspects have been charged following the brutal stabbing death of a 22-year-old man in Newcastle early Sunday morning. Emergency services rushed to Beaumont Street, Hamilton, around 2:40 AM on Sunday (17 November), where they found the victim suffering from
The political landscape of the Hunter Region has experienced a seismic shift in recent years. Labor, once the dominant force in the area, is now struggling to maintain its foothold. The latest signs of this change are glaring: a surge in independent mayors and a growing
Missing Person: Police Appeal for Public Assistance to Locate Gavin Police are seeking public assistance to locate 68-year-old Gavin, who was last seen on Greg Stairs Road in Gungal, approximately 50 km west of Muswellbrook, at around 10:30 am on Tuesday, 29 October 2024. Concerns for
Here is a list of recent criminal cases scheduled for mention and hearing at Cessnock Local Court. Featuring high-profile cases and sensitive legal matters such as criminal defense, apprehended violence orders (AVOs), and police mentions, this update includes court appearances by individuals facing various serious charges.
Police are seeking assistance in locating 15-year-old Nikiah, who is missing from her family in Toronto and may be in the Woodberry area. Nikiah was last seen at a Woodberry address around 5:30 PM on November 14, 2024. Nikiah is described as being of Aboriginal appearance,
Child Abuse Squad detectives have arrested Alan Jones following an investigation into alleged indecent assault and sexual touching offences spanning two decades. In March 2024, State Crime Command’s Child Abuse Squad established Strike Force Bonnefin to investigate a number of alleged indecent assaults and sexual touching
A night out on Beaumont Street, Hamilton, turned deadly early this morning, leaving a young man fatally stabbed and a family shattered by the senseless violence. Just after 2:40 am (Sunday, 17 November 2024), emergency services were called to the bustling Newcastle street following reports of
Firefighters were called to a house fire in East Cessnock just after 1 PM today. High temperatures and humidity added to the challenge for crews in full structural gear, but they managed to quickly contain the blaze and protect neighboring properties. Emergency services, including Police and
Hunter Valley Police are appealing for public assistance to locate Emmerson Price, a 14-year-old girl last seen in Abermain around 1 a.m. on Sunday, November 10, 2024. Emmerson is described as being of Caucasian appearance, standing between 150 to 170 cm tall, with a medium build,
A body, believed to be that of an 81-year-old man missing from the Hunter Valley, has been found today at Upper Rouchel. The elderly man was last seen leaving a residence on Stewarts Road, Woolooma, around 1 PM on Monday, November 11, 2024. Following concerns from
A terrifying incident unfolded in Laguna yesterday, leaving an 81-year-old woman fleeing to the bush for safety after being threatened with a tomahawk. Around 1 PM on Thursday, two males allegedly broke into several homes in the Laguna area, causing damage and stealing various items. By
A serious collision involving two trucks has caused significant disruption on the M1 Pacific Motorway near Morisset this afternoon. The accident, reported at 1:21 PM, occurred just past Mandalong Road, leaving heavy traffic conditions and creating major delays for northbound drivers. Emergency services, including paramedics and