BREAKING NEWS: Merewether, Dixon, and Bar Beach in Newcastle have been closed following the sighting of a two-metre shark at Merewether Beach this morning. This incident marks the third shark sighting in the area within the past week. The beaches are expected to remain closed for
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A stolen white 2001 Ford limousine, reported missing earlier this week, has been found burnt out in bushland near Cessnock. The limousine, identifiable by its “Dark Tours Limousines” sticker on the back window, was taken from a Cessnock address between 7 pm on Sunday, August 11,
Three Newcastle TAFE NSW campuses will receive nearly $4 million to boost digital infrastructure over the next two years. This significant investment includes upgrading the outdated 2009 network, improving connectivity, and providing new devices for students, staff, and teaching spaces. Newcastle Tighes Hill has been allocated
Police Intervene in Newcastle East Assault, Arrest Made A man has been arrested following an alleged assault at a Newcastle East apartment this afternoon. Around 2:10 pm today (Friday, 16 August 2024), emergency services were alerted to a concern for welfare at a property on Nobbys
In a heartwarming turn of events, a Cessnock woman has shared her excitement about spoiling her family with an extravagant feast after winning more than $100,000 in a recent Lucky Lotteries draw. The Hunter Valley local secured the 1st Prize in Lucky Lotteries Super Jackpot draw
Breaking News: Car Fire on Maitland Rd, Sandgate Emergency services are currently on the scene of a car fire on Maitland Rd in Sandgate, near the cemetery. Motorists are urged to exercise caution when passing through the area and to give way to responding emergency vehicles.
Brave Phoebe’s Fight for Life: Biker Community Rallies to Save 15-Year-Old Battling Rare Blood Disorder A desperate plea has gone out to save the life of 15-year-old Phoebe, a bubbly teen who is now in a race against time after being diagnosed with the deadly Aplastic
UPDATE: MHV NEWS Can confirm one man has been taken into custody after a man barricaded himself into a house and threatening to blow up the house. Man in Custody After Bomb Threat in Millfield Millfield, NSW – Emergency services were called to a residence on Wollombi
A three-vehicle crash occurred on the Pacific Highway near Tomago Road this morning, resulting in the closure of one of four northbound lanes (Lane 1). The incident was reported at 8:28 AM, with the situation last checked at 8:46 AM. Emergency services and Transport for NSW
Maitland’s own Lauren Parker, hailing from Chisholm, is gearing up to represent Australia at the 2024 Paralympics in Paris. Parker will compete in both the Para-triathlon and Para-cycling events (Road Race & Individual Time Trial). A seasoned athlete, she has already made her mark on the
Thursday, 15 August 2024 A 28-year-old man is set to appear in court today following his arrest in connection with a commercial drug supply investigation in Port Stephens. On Wednesday, 14 August 2024, at approximately 11 am, officers from the Hunter Region Enforcement Squad, supported by
Thursday, 15 August 2024 In today’s court proceedings, 20-year-old Jessie Waeger, who was involved in a serious hit-and-run crash in Greta last week, was identified and granted conditional bail. The crash left a 17-year-old girl with severe injuries. Waeger, who appeared via video conference from custody,
The upcoming Maitland Council elections have been plunged into disarray after it was revealed that two Liberal candidates, Councillor Ben Mitchell (Ward 4) and Michael Cooper (Ward 3), did not have their nominations submitted by the Liberal Party Headquarters in Sydney before the deadline. This shocking
Stabilisation Work Underway: Newcastle City Council has commenced stabilisation work on the embankment above two key areas along Shortland Esplanade. The first section near Nobbys SLSC has completed ‘soil nailing,’ a method involving drilling steel bars horizontally into the embankment to reinforce and strengthen the area.
MHV NEWS made a tiny mistake in our headline which has been corrected, sorry for the confusion, Richites Transport is New Zealand but they’re own by the KKR investment group which is an American Investment group but has offices in China. Sid Fogg’s & Sons Acquired
A dramatic incident unfolded last night in the Hunter region when a man dressed in high visibility clothing stormed into a local grocery store on [Street Name/Location], wielding a Machattie. The shop owner, initially caught off guard while sweeping the floor, quickly sprang into action, using
Stolen Limousine in Cessnock: Have You Seen It? Cessnock Police are seeking public assistance to locate a stolen limousine. A white 2001 Ford limousine, bearing registration number DE 87 ZM, was taken from a Cessnock address between 7 pm on Sunday, 11 August 2024, and 6
Cessnock City Council Secures $671,879 in Black Spot Program Funding for Safer Roads Cessnock City Council has successfully secured $671,879 in funding from the Australian Government’s Black Spot Program to enhance road safety in Mount Vincent. The funding will be used to implement various safety measures
Federal Government Invests $70 Million in Newcastle Hydrogen Hub The Federal Government has announced a $70 million investment to develop a hydrogen hub in Newcastle, NSW. This initiative aims to accelerate Australia’s transition to renewable energy, with the funding supporting the establishment of critical infrastructure for
Authorities are seeking assistance from the public regarding a hit and run incident that occurred on Cessnock Rd, also known locally as the “Mad Mile,” around 6:30 PM on the 12th of August, 2024. If you were driving on Cessnock Rd around this time and have