Cessnock District Rescue Squad was called in for an unusual rescue mission after a red-bellied black snake found itself in a sticky predicament. The reptile had become trapped on a glue-based rodent trap—devices designed for catching mice and rats but notorious for ensnaring unintended wildlife. After
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Hunter Valley, NSW – A man in his 30s has been airlifted to hospital in serious condition following a motor vehicle accident at Castle Rock early Friday morning. At around 5:00 AM on February 28, the Westpac Rescue Helicopter was deployed by NSW Ambulance to the
The Anderson family of Milbrodale, New South Wales, lost their home and all possessions to a devastating fire on the night of Saturday, March 1st, 2025. The blaze consumed their residence, leaving them with only the clothes they were wearing. Jo Anderson recounted the harrowing experience:
Authorities are urgently searching for 12-year-old Kyia, who was last seen leaving a home in Tenambit around 6:30 PM on Friday, 28 February 2025. Kyia was wearing a black shirt, black jumper, and black shorts when she disappeared. She is believed to be with two other
A 19-year-old P1 provisional motorcycle rider has had his licence suspended after being caught speeding at 178km/h on the Hunter Expressway. At 5:15 PM on February 27, Newcastle Highway Patrol officers were conducting speed enforcement at Buchanan when they detected the rider travelling east at nearly
The Great Beer Tax Scam: The Freeze Changes Nothing—You’re Still Paying You’ve probably been told, over and over, that it was created to curb alcohol abuse, to reduce violence, to make Australians healthier. That’s what the government says every time they raise it. It’s all for
Police are appealing for assistance in identifying a woman who may be from the Kurri Kurri area. Authorities have released images of the woman and are urging anyone with information to come forward. Members of the public with relevant details are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers
A dramatic seven-hour police pursuit across the Hunter region ended with a man’s arrest in Mendooran today, after officers fired shots at a vehicle that struck an officer. The chase began around 1 AM when Hunter Valley Highway Patrol attempted to stop a station wagon in
A police pursuit in the Hunter region ended with the deployment of road spikes and the arrest of a 24-year-old man this morning. At around 8:50 AM on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, Highway Patrol officers detected a vehicle allegedly exceeding the speed limit on Majors Lane,
Police have launched an investigation after a car crashed into the roof of a home in Port Macquarie overnight. Emergency services were called to Hindman Street around 9:30 PM on Tuesday (25 February) following reports that a vehicle had gone airborne, striking the house after crashing
In a move that epitomizes the self-serving nature of local politics, Maitland Council has voted to reduce its meetings from twice a month to a mere once monthly. This decision, championed by Mayor Philip Penfold, effectively means less work for the same taxpayer-funded paycheck—a sweet deal
At 7:27 PM last night, Fire and Rescue NSW Station 392 Muswellbrook and Pumper 208 responded to a house fire on Brook Street, Muswellbrook. Initial reports indicated the occupant had self-evacuated before re-entering the burning building—a dangerous action that put their life and emergency responders at
A man has been charged with attempted murder and assaulting police following an incident in Mayfield earlier this month. About 4.10pm on Saturday 15 February 2025, police were called to Hanbury Street, Mayfield, following a concern for welfare. Upon arrival at the scene, a man ran
Authorities have resumed the search for a 58-year-old fisherman who fell overboard during a competition off the Newcastle coast. Emergency services were alerted around 1:35 PM yesterday (Sunday, 23 February) that the man had gone overboard at approximately 1 PM, about 55km offshore. Initial reports indicate
A man has died and a second man is under police guard in Tamworth Base Hospital following a stand-off with police overnight. Emergency services were called to a home unit on Goonoo Goonoo Road, Tamworth, about 4.30pm yesterday (Saturday 22 February 2025), following reports of a
Hunter MP Dan Repacholi has announced the installation of two new mobile towers in the Hunter electorate, aiming to eliminate long-standing mobile black spots. The towers, set for Pokolbin and Bellbird, will improve connectivity for residents and businesses in the region. “No more standing on one
Of all the foolish ways government wastes taxpayer money, Yarra Council in Victoria may have just taken the crown. Their latest bright idea? A climate change doomsday clock. Yes, you heard that right—a giant countdown to the apocalypse, paid for by you. Because nothing says “effective
In what could shape up to be a David vs. Goliath battle for the seat of Hunter, first-term Cessnock Councilor Quintin King has hinted at a potential run against sitting Labor MP Dan Repacholi in the upcoming federal election. King, who previously ran as a One
You work hard, right? You wake up early, go to work, pay your taxes, and do your part. But what if your elected representative—who claims to be working just as hard, if not harder—wasn’t actually doing the job you elected them to do? That’s the question
The historic Oak factory in Muswellbrook is set for a new lease on life, with plans to transform it into a premium distillery in partnership with Sydney Rum Distillery. The site could begin producing high-quality Australian rum and brandy as early as mid-2025. The project is