A 27-year-old man is set to appear in court today following an alleged machete attack on his former partner in Morisset on Friday night. The incident occurred around 7 PM on September 6, 2024, when the man reportedly broke into a Bridge Street residence and...
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Late last night, the Gwandalan Rural Fire Brigade responded to a boat fire off the shore of Kullaroo Road in Summerland Point around 11 p.m. The fire, which occurred on Lake Macquarie, required the assistance of the Lake Macquarie Fire Boat to extinguish the flames....
A grass fire has ignited along the northbound lane of the M1 Pacific Motorway near Morisset in the Lake Macquarie council area, prompting an urgent response from emergency services. Firefighters from Fire and Rescue NSW are currently on the scene battling the blaze, which remains...
Lake Macquarie Police District is appealing for public assistance to identify a man captured on CCTV footage at a shopping centre in Charlestown, NSW. Authorities believe the man may be able to assist with their investigation into an incident that occurred on August 16, 2024,...
Breaking News: 2nd Alarm Fire Behind Aldi Shopping Centre in Toronto Emergency crews are currently battling a significant Grass Fire behind the Aldi Shopping Centre in Toronto. Firefighters are working to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading into the shopping centre. Stay tuned...
Boat Fire in Gwandalan Escalates to Structure Fire, Brought Under Control by Multiple Crews
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At 10:45 a.m. this morning, the Gwandalan Brigade responded to a boat fire in Gwandalan. Upon arrival, the situation had escalated into a full-blown structure fire, with several hazardous materials at risk. Thanks to the swift efforts of multiple firefighting units, including Lake Munmorah Rural...
Breaking News: Man Trapped in Serious Rollover on Pacific Highway, Emergency Services on Scene
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Breaking News: Emergency services are responding to a serious motor vehicle rollover on the Pacific Highway at Murray Beach, Lake Macquarie. Initial reports indicate that a man in his mid-30s is trapped inside the vehicle but is conscious. Emergency crews are actively working to safely...
A man remains before the courts after a teenage girl was allegedly held against her will at a property in Lake Macquarie. Lake Macquarie Police responded to reports of a 16-year-old girl allegedly threatened by a man armed with a firearm around 3:45 p.m. on...
Police from the Lake Macquarie Police District are seeking information to locate Geoffrey Brien, who is wanted under warrant W64949434 issued by Belmont Local Court for domestic violence offences. Brien, a middle-aged Caucasian man, is approximately 180cm tall with a medium build and has sleeve...
Emergency services are actively responding to a serious accident involving a motorcycle and a car at the intersection of Charlestown Rd. and Cardiff Rd. The incident has resulted in significant traffic disruptions in the area. Paramedics are on the scene treating a 15-year-old motorcycle rider...
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have successfully extinguished a fire that broke out in a garbage truck in Charlestown, Newcastle, early this morning. The truck driver alerted authorities just before 8 a.m. after noticing smoke coming from the vehicle’s hopper while it was parked...
Ramsay Nurses and Midwives in NSW Take Historic Industrial Action Over Pay and Conditions In an unprecedented move, Ramsay nurses and midwives across New South Wales, including those at Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, have begun protected industrial action over pay and working conditions. This marks...
Windale Hub, bilyabayi: Lake Macquarie Unveils Its Cutting-Edge Library and Community Space
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Lake Macquarie is set to unveil its newest landmark on Saturday, with the grand opening of the Windale Hub, bilyabayi. This state-of-the-art facility marks a significant evolution in public library design and function. Lake Macquarie Mayor Kay Fraser described the Windale Hub as a “lounge-room...
Tobias Hudson, the man behind the popular ‘Bus and Trains of Australia’ Facebook page, became a real-life vigilante when he took matters into his own hands to stop a group of fare evaders in their tracks. When multiple passengers boarded a bus in Charlestown NSW...
Stranger Danger Alert: Belmont Public School Update Belmont Public School has received an important update from the community regarding the recent stranger danger incident. The car described in the initial warning, which was seen allegedly trying to lure a student and later spotted around parks...
All North Bound Lanes of the M1 Closed, 1 truck has rolled and 1 truck is on fire, expect lengthy delays. All persons are out of vehicles. Traffic Incident Report: Detailed Description A traffic incident involving a three-vehicle collision has occurred on the M1 near...
HELP US FIND LILY! Missing for 10 Days – Join the Search for 13-Year-Old in Lake Macquarie!
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HELP US FIND LILY! Missing for 10 Days – Join the Search for 13-Year-Old in Lake Macquarie! Lake Macquarie Police District is calling on YOU for help in locating Lily RENYARD, a 13-year-old girl missing for 10 days. She was last seen on Saturday, July...
News Update: Police Appeal for Information on Missing Teen The Lake Macquarie Police District is seeking public assistance in locating Carly CARTWRIGHT, a 16-year-old who was last seen on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, in Glendale, NSW. Carly is described as a Caucasian female, 152 cm...
News Update: Car Crash on Charlestown Pacific Highway Today, a two-car crash occurred on Charlestown Pacific Highway at the intersection with Ferris Street in the Hunter Region. The incident was first reported at 11:39 am and was last checked at 12:02 pm. Due to the...
Lake Macquarie’s Hoarding and Squalor Framework Garners National Attention Lake Macquarie City Council’s innovative Hoarding and Squalor Framework is gaining national recognition for its compassionate and effective approach to a complex community issue. The framework has been pivotal in the Council winning the Environmental Health...
