Drivers are urged to exercise caution after homemade caltrops, or road spikes, were discovered this morning on the Hunter Expressway near Huntlee, between Branxton and Greta, heading toward Singleton. The dangerous devices were found around 5:30 AM, positioned near the roundabout and expressway on-ramp. One driver
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So, Anthony Albanese, the Prime Minister of Australia, picks up the phone, dials Donald Trump, and what’s the purpose? To try and convince Trump to lift a 25% tariff on steel and aluminium from Australia. Not exactly a thrilling prospect for the average Aussie worker. But
Hunter Valley, NSW – A 28-year-old man has tragically died following a motorcycle crash on Putty Road in Howes Valley, southwest of Singleton, on Sunday morning. Emergency services were called to the scene around 10:50 AM after reports that a motorcycle had veered off the roadway
Work is officially underway at Mums’ Cottage in Holmesville, as Labor MP Dan Repacholi follows through on a 2022 election commitment to upgrade the community space. The well-loved facility, housed in an ageing church building, has long been a gathering place for local families. Recognizing the
By now, it’s obvious to anyone paying attention—Labor MP Meryl Swanson has a huge problem heading into the next federal election. That problem? The growing likelihood that Maitland’s Mayor, Philip Penfold, a strong and popular Independent, will challenge her for the seat of Paterson. Now, why
Residents of Douglas Street, Wallsend, were jolted awake just after 4 AM on Monday when a car plowed through a fence and into a backyard, causing chaos. Fire and Rescue NSW Station 484 rushed to the scene, while Newcastle City Police District officers arrived soon after.
Tragedy has struck in the Hunter region after an elderly woman succumbed to injuries sustained in a brutal two-car crash near Lake Macquarie. Emergency services rushed to James Street, Windale, around 3:30 PM on Friday, February 7, after reports of a serious collision between a Hyundai
Two young boys Ethan Harrigan and Dylan Harrigan have been hailed as local heroes after they sprang into action to stop a grass fire behind Walka Grange Lifestyle Village in Rutherford before it could spread. The quick-thinking duo noticed a column of smoke rising from the
When the NSW Liberal Government introduced the Return and Earn scheme in 2017, the goal was simple: reduce waste and encourage recycling. It was supposed to be an environmental initiative, a small incentive to keep streets clean—not a program people depend on to make ends meet.
Folks, let’s be honest—politicians often make big promises. But some actually deliver. Enter Dan Repacholi, the Labor MP for the Hunter. He’s a man who understands the needs of working-class Australians because he’s one of them. A former Olympian and proud advocate for local industry, Repacholi
Newcastle, NSW – A 43-year-old man has been charged over a terrifying shooting incident that rocked an Elermore Vale neighborhood last month. Gunshots rang out around 4:30 AM on January 29, with bullets slamming into a home and a vehicle on Lake Road. Luckily, no one
Donald Trump, the president of the United States, just proposed something that should have been obvious years ago—Gaza, a war-torn, terrorist-run enclave, could actually be developed into something worthwhile. But instead of considering the idea, the establishment and their media lackeys are melting down. And that
Newcastle City Police are on the lookout for Brittany Towers, who is currently wanted on an outstanding warrant. Towers is known to frequent Mayfield, Newcastle East, and Swansea, and authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information on her whereabouts. If you have
Something strange is happening in the Hunter. This region built Australia. Coal, industry, hard work—that’s what made the Hunter what it is today. But now, thanks to Labor, it’s all under threat. And here’s the incredible part: the very people who claim to represent you are
Police and family are desperately searching for 41-year-old Carley Haenga, who vanished from a Charlestown shopping centre today. Carley was last seen between 1 PM and 2 PM at Pearson Street, Charlestown, and has not been heard from since. Her sudden disappearance has sparked serious concerns
Are these yours? A police raid on a Cessnock home has uncovered 18 stolen sets of keys and remotes, with officers now searching for their rightful owners. Hunter Valley Proactive Crime Team swooped in on Thursday, 6 February 2025, executing a search warrant that led to
Man in his 70s dies after being pulled from the water A man in his 70s has tragically lost his life at Terrigal Beach this morning. Emergency services rushed to the scene around 8:20 AM after receiving reports that the man had been pulled from the
Cessnock Court List: Key Cases and Legal Proceedings Today The Cessnock Local Court is set for a busy session today, with a range of criminal and civil matters on the docket. From drink driving charges and assault cases to drug possession offenses and domestic violence hearings,
A dramatic beach rescue unfolded at Shelly Beach on the Central Coast after a teenage boy was found unconscious in the water around 11:30 AM on Tuesday, February 4. Quick-thinking bystanders rushed to his aid, pulling him to shore and immediately starting CPR. Paramedics from NSW
The University of Newcastle has taken a major step forward in the fight against childhood brain cancer, with Professor Matt Dun and his research team receiving a $2 million grant from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC). This funding will support groundbreaking research into