Emergency services responded to reports of a violent altercation at a shopping centre on Blue Gum Road, Jesmond, at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, 5th September 2024. Upon arrival, police found that the individuals involved had fled the scene. Officers from the Newcastle Police District subsequently
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Last night around 6 p.m., Fire and Rescue NSW responded to a significant house fire on Narrara Road in Adamstown. Crews from Station 376 Merewether and Station 357 Lambton arrived to find a single-story house fully engulfed in flames, with nearby homes also at risk. Additional
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck near Muswellbrook, with the epicenter located at 150.85° longitude and -32.34° latitude. The quake occurred at a shallow depth of 5 kilometers at 5:58 AM local time (UTC 19:58, September 6, 2024). Over 1,116 people reported feeling the tremor. While no
Emergency services are currently on the scene of a second alarm fire in Adamstown, near Mandalong Road. The fire, which has reportedly spread to the roof of a building, has prompted a significant response from local authorities. Both NSW Fire and Rescue and NSW Ambulance teams
Early this morning, at 5:29 am, emergency crews were called to a major house fire on Greta Street in Cessnock. Upon arrival, firefighters found the house fully engulfed in flames, with the status of any occupants initially unknown. Firefighters quickly launched a defensive attack and were
An upgraded design for the Melville Ford Bridge has been confirmed, marking significant progress for the $8.2 million project. Thanks to the dedication of Maitland City Council staff, the new bridge will be elevated 6.7 meters higher than the current structure and will feature a separated
Kylie Bailey, the mother of Caitlin Rose, who tragically took her own life after enduring domestic violence, is organizing a fundraiser walk in Cessnock on World Suicide Prevention Day. Kylie is calling on the community to come together to raise essential funds for Lifeline, a crucial
Construction of the long-awaited Singleton bypass has officially begun. Once completed, the bypass is expected to greatly reduce traffic congestion, diverting 15,000 vehicles daily from Singleton’s CBD. An artist’s impression offers a first glimpse of the project, highlighting the significant infrastructure changes on the horizon. The
Stroud, NSW – A tragic accident claimed the life of a motorcyclist early Thursday morning in the Hunter region, approximately 85 kilometers north of Newcastle. Emergency services were called to Booral Washpool Road at Stroud just before 7:00 AM (Thursday, 5 September 2024) after reports of
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. Several
Emergency services swiftly responded to a stove top fire caused by cooking oil on Windsor Street in Raymond Terrace. The fire, which started in the kitchen, has been successfully contained by Fire Rescue NSW. One woman sustained burns to her arms after attempting to extinguish the
Three teenagers have been charged following a dramatic police pursuit through Newcastle early this morning. At around 1:45 AM, officers responded to reports of a break-in at a residence on McIsaac Street, Tighes Hill. Upon arrival, police were informed that the home had allegedly been broken
A motorcycle rider has been transported to John Hunter Hospital with multiple injuries after a serious accident involving a car at the intersection of Newcastle Road and Croudance Street. The collision occurred earlier today and led to significant disruption in the area. Emergency services quickly responded
News Update: Katie Lee Holmes, the woman previously involved in a fatal accident that claimed the life of pedestrian Anne Bourke on Main Road, Heddon-Greta, has now been charged with driving while disqualified. Despite the severity of the charges, Holmes has been granted bail. According to
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 uncontrolled
A serious crash on Old Maitland Road near Major Lane in Sawyers Gully has left three people injured, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The accident occurred earlier today, and paramedics, police, and fire crews were quickly dispatched to the scene. The injured individuals were
UPDATE: WES TRAC has been evacuated, 20 minutes till impact on Tomago Rd Official Update: WATCH & ACT – Old Punt Rd, Tomago (Port Stephens LGA) Firefighters are on the scene of a grass fire burning near Old Punt Rd in Tomago, approximately 13 kilometers northwest
Spring has arrived with a bang, bringing with it severe weather conditions across the southeast of Australia.💨 Today, residents in Newcastle, Sydney, Wollongong, Nowra, Bowral, Batemans Bay, Eden, Katoomba, Canberra, Goulburn, Cooma, Yass, and Thredbo are facing damaging winds that could pose significant risks. The Bureau
This is a concerning situation that occurred in Kurri Kurri early this morning. Around 2:30 a.m., a man noticed several teenagers acting suspiciously, appearing to case houses and vehicles by taking photos of them. The man confronted the teens, who reportedly warned him that it would
The Newcastle Knights are gearing up for what is undoubtedly their most critical match of the season—a do or die showdown against the Dolphins that will determine which team secures a coveted spot in the NRL finals. Both teams find themselves in a precarious position, sitting