Anthony Albanese and the Labor government are once again handing out crumbs to struggling Australians, this time in the form of a $150 rebate on power bills—on top of the $300 they gave last year. While any help is welcome, let’s be honest: these small bailouts
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Flirt Adult Store in Cessnock is on the hunt for a sticky-fingered shopper who allegedly made off with some cheeky merchandise without paying on March 21, 2025. If you can help identify this lone lover, call Flirt Adult Store at 1300 035 478, message their Facebook
Tactical police and negotiators are currently on the scene at Woodbine Street, Mayfield, following an incident that occurred around 10 AM today. According to NBN News, a woman was allegedly assaulted inside a unit block, and a man has since barricaded himself inside the premises. Authorities
If the Nationals Are Serious About Winning Hunter, They Need to Put Their Money Where Their Mouth Is The race for the seat of Hunter is well and truly underway, but one thing is glaringly obvious—the Nationals haven’t actually committed to anything of substance for the
This morning, Fire and Rescue NSW crews from multiple stations responded to a house fire in East Maitland. Upon arrival, firefighters worked quickly to extinguish the blaze and ensure the safety of the surrounding area. The following emergency services attended the scene:✅ Fire and Rescue NSW
Seriously, another letter? That’s Mayor Daniel Watton’s grand plan to bring a train back to Cessnock? We’ve been here before. Former mayors have sent letter after letter to the state government, and guess what? Nothing happened. The letters were ignored, left to collect dust on some
A Dutton Coalition Government will invest $100 million to construct a westbound overpass at the Maitland Roundabout, aiming to ease congestion and improve traffic flow on the New England Highway. This major infrastructure project, driven by the advocacy of Liberal candidate for Paterson, Laurence Antcliff, will
A motorcyclist has died following a single-vehicle crash in Greta, west of Maitland, this afternoon. Emergency services were called to Camp Road around 4:45 PM on Wednesday, 19 March 2025, after reports that a motorcycle had lost control and crashed into a tree. The rider, a
A tragic accident in Lake Macquarie this morning has claimed the life of an 80-year-old pedestrian after he was struck by a car on Croudace Bay Road, Valentine. Emergency services rushed to the scene around 6:30 AM on Wednesday, 19 March 2025, where NSW Ambulance paramedics
A 13-year-old boy has been charged after allegedly leading police on a high-speed pursuit and stealing multiple vehicles in the Hunter Region. The pursuit, which unfolded in Raymond Terrace and Maitland, saw the stolen car reach speeds of 150 km/h in an 80 km/h zone, raising
A tragic two-vehicle crash in the Hunter region has claimed the life of a 17-year-old learner driver, leaving another teenager critically injured. The crash occurred around 9 PM on Tuesday, 18 March 2025, on John Renshaw Drive, Black Hill, prompting a swift response from emergency services.
The Albanese Labor Government has announced it will fast-track construction of the $304.8 million Muswellbrook Bypass, a move aimed at reducing congestion, improving road safety, and boosting local job opportunities. The investment, which was initially scheduled for later years, will now be brought forward to get
An elected Dutton Coalition Government has pledged $800,000 to upgrade the Salamander Sports Complex in Port Stephens, promising much-needed improvements to one of the region’s key sporting hubs. Liberal Candidate for Paterson, Laurence Antcliff, said the complex is home to hockey, rugby, and cricket but is
A 26-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with an alleged stabbing in Woy Woy last month that left an 18-year-old in critical condition. Emergency services were called to Ocean Beach Road around 9:30 PM on Thursday, February 27, after reports of an assault.
The Albanese Government has suddenly found $5 million to begin planning the Northern Bypass for Cessnock, promising more funding announcements to come. But let’s be real—this isn’t about smart planning or good governance. It’s about Labor panicking over their weakening grip on the Hunter. For the
A 32-year-old man has been arrested and charged following an alleged violent domestic incident in Rutherford earlier this month. Police were called to a home on March 5 after reports that a man had forced entry into the residence before allegedly assaulting and threatening a woman
Residents of Cessnock are questioning why police failed to use force to stop a rogue driver during a bizarre slow-speed pursuit that ended in destruction across the town. A 59-year-old man, Brett Kevin Anderson, was arrested after allegedly causing extensive property damage in a reckless rampage
Vandalism Shuts Down Cricket Grand Final in Cessnock – Community Outraged! A shocking act of vandalism has thrown this weekend’s highly anticipated grand final between Hotel Cessnock Cricket Club and Wine Country Cricket Club into chaos. Sometime between 10 AM and 2 PM yesterday, the cricket
A devastating fire in Newcastle East has claimed the life of a man, leaving authorities scrambling to determine what sparked the deadly blaze. Emergency services rushed to a unit on Colliers Close around 3:50 PM on Monday after reports of a fire tearing through the property.
A high-speed police pursuit on the Mid North Coast has ended in dramatic fashion, with a 23-year-old man now facing a string of serious charges after allegedly ramming a police vehicle. The chaos unfolded around 8 AM on Friday when highway patrol officers spotted a stolen