The City of Newcastle has issued an important safety update regarding South Newcastle Beach—traditionally known as Yirannali by the local Awabakal people, meaning “place of falling rocks.” Due to the area’s long history of cliff instability, Council has been actively monitoring and managing the South Newcastle
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Two teenagers have been arrested and charged following a dramatic early-morning break-in and ute crash in Rutherford, as police intensify efforts under Operation Soteria. Just after 1am, concerned residents alerted police to a ute being driven erratically through Ventura Close. Officers from Port Stephens-Hunter Police District
Two 16-year-old boys have been taken to John Hunter Hospital following a serious crash involving a stolen motorbike in Cardiff early this morning. Emergency services were called to the intersection of Lowry Street and Main Road just before 2:13am, after the motorbike the teens were riding
Raymond Terrace, Friday 30 May 2025 — Police have launched an urgent appeal to help locate 13-year-old Kieren Nean, who has been missing from the Hunter region for more than two weeks. Kieren was last seen around 12pm on Wednesday, 14 May 2025, on Cook Street
In a dramatic early morning bust, Hunter Valley Highway Patrol officers have nabbed a 25-year-old learner rider recklessly speeding through a quiet residential street in Kurri Kurri. Acting on a tip-off from a concerned Crime Stoppers caller, officers were deployed around 5:25am on Monday, 26 May,
Police are appealing for public assistance after a man allegedly stole a $10,000 diamond ring from a jeweller on Keene Street, Cessnock. Officers were called to the store shortly after 2:15pm on Thursday, 8 May 2025, following reports the man fled on foot after inspecting the
Maitland MP Jenny Aitchison is urging residents to work from home as widespread flooding continues to wreak havoc on local roads. Traffic has been brought to a standstill across Maitland and surrounding areas, particularly around Hexham and the Hexham Bridge, where many drivers have been stuck
A man has been charged following an alleged armed robbery at the Boatrowers Hotel in Stockton, near Newcastle, on Saturday evening. At around 7.50pm on 24 May 2025, police were called to the Fullerton Street venue after reports that a man had threatened patrons and demanded
A routine traffic stop in Maitland has turned into a major drug bust after police allegedly found a stash of methamphetamine worth over $14,000 on a motorcyclist. Just after 11pm on Sunday night (25 May 2025), officers patrolling Grant Street pulled over a motorcycle. The 26-year-old
Ongoing severe weather across the Maitland region has resulted in significant road closures and altered traffic conditions. Authorities are urging residents to stay informed, drive cautiously, and avoid non-essential travel. Major Closures Now in Effect: Water Over Roadways – Caution Advised: Road Damage Reported On: Sandbags
Simon James McGrath, remains in custody after being charged with serious child sexual offences, including two counts of sexual intercourse with a child under 10 and indecent assault of a person under 16. The charges have been certified by the Office of the Director of Public
Body of Man Found in Flood-Affected Home on Mid North Coast Mid North Coast, NSW — Thursday, 22 May 2025 The body of a 63-year-old man has been discovered in a flood-affected home on the Mid North Coast, as heavy rainfall continues to impact the region.
Singleton, NSW – Police have identified 22-year-old Reece Robertson as the man accused of holding two teenage girls against their will for up to 10 hours in what investigators describe as a disturbing case of social media deception and sexual violence. Authorities allege Robertson contacted one
Paterson, NSW — The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) has issued an urgent evacuation order for parts of Paterson as floodwaters continue to rise. Residents must evacuate before 11:30 PM tonight, Monday 19 May, due to major riverine flooding. Areas Affected: Floodwaters are now impacting these
The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) has issued a Watch and Act flood warning for Paterson and surrounding areas, urging residents to stay alert and avoid all floodwaters as major flooding continues. The Paterson River at Gostwyck Bridge is currently at 12.32 metres and falling slowly,
NATURAL DISASTER DECLARED: East Coast NSW Communities Hit Hard The NSW and Federal Governments have officially declared a natural disaster across 16 Local Government Areas in eastern New South Wales after relentless storms and heavy rainfall wreaked havoc across the region. Disaster assistance funding has been
Low-lying parts of Dungog are now under threat as the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) warns residents to prepare for isolation, with the Williams River expected to reach moderate flood levels (7.60m) overnight, between Monday and Tuesday. Watch and Act alerts are now active for the
The NSW SES has issued an updated list of roads currently affected by flooding and closures across the Central Coast region. Roads CLOSED: Water Over Road – Use Caution: Motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through floodwaters. There are also reports of
BREAKING: A young woman is in critical condition after a car ploughed into a bus shelter in Lake Macquarie’s Glendale on Friday afternoon. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Main Road around 4pm, after reports that a Holden Commodore had mounted the curb and crashed
When asked if he’d stand up for his community and fight against offshore wind farms off the coast of the Hunter, Dan Repacholi didn’t hesitate. He didn’t express concern for the fishing industry, for property values, for the thousands of locals demanding a say in what