In his recent remarks condemning Dr. Ross Kerridge’s support of the Rising Tide protestors, Liberal Deputy Lord Mayor of Newcastle, Callum Pull, raises serious concerns about the new independent mayor’s leadership and his lack of resolve in dealing with disruptive, law-breaking protest groups. Rising Tide has
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The Minns Labor Government is moving forward with plans to build a new mental health rehabilitation facility in Maitland. Artist’s impression images of the purpose-built facility have been released, offering the community a detailed preview of the project. Local residents are invited to attend two upcoming
The Hunter Joint Organisation is thrilled to announce a landmark renewable electricity supply agreement with Iberdrola Australia, secured by four of its member councils: Maitland City Council, MidCoast Council, Muswellbrook Shire Council, and Upper Hunter Shire Council. This agreement, which extends through to the end of
A toddler has tragically passed away after being pulled from a dam in Portland, in the state’s west. At approximately 3:00 PM on Tuesday, 12 November 2024, emergency services were called to a property on Pipers Flat Road following concerns for the welfare of a child.
Today’s Court List: Key Legal Cases and Hearings Welcome to today’s court list, featuring significant legal proceedings in various criminal, civil, and apprehended violence order (AVO) cases. This comprehensive update covers a wide range of matters including breach cases, police mentions, and personal disputes requiring legal
Breaking News: Muswellbrook, NSW — November 12, 2024 A magnitude 4.1 earthquake struck the Muswellbrook region in New South Wales early this afternoon, startling local residents and prompting concerns about potential aftershocks. The tremor, which was felt across parts of the Hunter Valley, was reported at
A significant traffic disruption is underway in the Hunter region as Maitland Cessnock Road has been closed in both directions due to a fire. The closure affects the section of the road between Mount Dee Road and Dagworth Road. The incident began at 10:18 AM this
At around 3 AM today, the Cessnock District Rescue Squad was called to assist NSW Ambulance with a domestic rescue in Kurri Kurri. The operation involved aiding a person with a broken leg who needed to be safely brought down from a first-floor apartment. Due to
Cessnock Children’s Court is set to hear a significant number of cases this week, with 40 youths under the age of 18 scheduled to appear. The substantial caseload highlights growing concerns about youth crime in the local area and the pressure it places on the judicial
The Australian government is planning to introduce a bill that would ban children under 16 from accessing social media. When we think of social media, platforms like Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and X (formerly known as Twitter) often come to mind. But this legislation might go far
Newcastle Police are calling on the public to help identify individuals believed to have information about an alleged assault that took place in Hamilton on Thursday, 19 September 2024. Authorities are keen to speak with these persons to assist with their inquiries as they work to
Police are seeking public assistance to help locate 15-year-old Emma Thompson, who was last seen at Maitland High School around 1 p.m. on November 6, 2024. Emma is described as approximately 155 cm tall with a slim build, weighing around 40 kg. She has brownish-blonde hair
Emergency services are currently responding to multiple incidents across Cessnock after a fast-moving thunderstorm swept through the area this afternoon. The storm, which hit with little warning, brought strong winds, knocking down trees and powerlines across various neighborhoods, leading to scattered power outages and road closures.
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Emergency services are currently enroute to the scene of a motorcycle incident on the John Renshaw exit ramp to the Hunter Expressway. Authorities are on-site managing the situation, with paramedics attending to the injured individual. Traffic is expected to be impacted on the offramp while crews
Bitcoin has surged to an all-time high of US$74,505 (AU$114,225) as Donald Trump appears to solidify his position as the successful candidate in the US presidential election. This historic price surpasses Bitcoin’s previous record of US$73,777, with the digital currency rallying sharply in response to Trump’s
Cessnock City Council will conduct flood warning siren tests next week, ensuring the community is prepared for potential flooding emergencies. These sirens are critical for alerting residents when water levels reach dangerous thresholds, indicating it’s time to activate flood safety plans. The testing will involve brief
Lake Macquarie Police District is urgently seeking assistance from the public following a large-scale vandalism incident in Kahibah. Around 10:45 PM on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, police responded to reports of a group of youths targeting vehicles in the area, slashing the tyres of approximately 20
A 16-year-old boy has been charged following a serious crash in Maitland on Tuesday, which left a 58-year-old man with significant injuries. Around 6:15 AM on November 5, emergency services responded to a collision on The Long Bridge, High Street, Maitland, involving a white Toyota Hilux
News Update:A body, believed to be that of the young boy who went missing at The Entrance, has been located this afternoon. The boy was reported missing around 5:15 p.m. on Sunday, 3 November 2024, after being swept into the ocean while attempting to cross The