Bonnyrigg, NSW – A bus carrying six passengers crashed into a home in Bonnyrigg, near Sydney, this morning, causing significant damage to both the vehicle and the property. Emergency services rushed to the scene around 9:45am, but despite the severity of the crash, only minor injuries
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The Maitland Local Court plays a crucial role in the Hunter Valley’s justice system, handling a wide range of cases, from traffic violations to serious criminal matters. Each day, the court list outlines the cases scheduled for mention, hearing, or sentencing, providing insight into legal proceedings
Darren John Ridley, who has pleaded guilty to possessing child abuse material, remains on bail as he awaits sentencing on 12 March 2025. However, the court has upheld his current bail conditions, imposing strict restrictions on his internet use and movements. Ridley must:🔹 Reside in NSW
A 17-year-old boy has been charged following an alleged stabbing in Raymond Terrace over the weekend. Emergency services were called to Benjamin Lee Drive just after 2:30 am on Sunday, February 2, following reports of an assault. Upon arrival, police found two 31-year-old men injured, with
Newcastle, NSW – A young woman will front court today after allegedly robbing and threatening another woman in a terrifying late-night ordeal in Newcastle West. The drama unfolded around 1 AM on Saturday (February 1) in a carpark on Steel Street when two 21-year-old women were
this is beyond reckless! Port Stephens Hunter Police are hunting down the lunatics caught riding unregistered dirt bikes with small children clinging to the front! Yep, you heard that right—kids being used as human airbags while these thrill-seekers tear up public roads. Police are calling on
Newcastle has secured its place on the world stage, with the city set to host four pool matches in the 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup. The announcement marks a major win for the Hunter region, bringing international rugby to local fans and providing a significant boost
A 28-year-old woman is set to appear in court today following her arrest for allegedly breaching bail conditions, as part of the ongoing investigation into the fatal stabbing of a man in Newcastle late last year. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, 17
RUTHERFORD – Heartless thieves have stolen a 2017 grey Mazda B32 utility (DLS 80Y) from CPS Rutherford on Tuesday night, taking with it a precious necklace containing a child’s ashes. The devastated owner is pleading for the return of the sentimental item, which holds the remains
The Cessnock State Emergency Service (SES) has been overwhelmed with requests for assistance, receiving nearly a year’s worth of calls in just the first few weeks of 2025. A severe storm last night added to the pressure, generating around 40 new requests from local residents. Cessnock
Police have launched an investigation following an aggravated break and enter that left a man injured in Newcastle overnight. Emergency services were called to a hotel on Nelson Street, Wallsend, around 2:30 AM after reports that a group of men had forced entry into the business.
Police are investigating reports of gunfire in Elermore Vale early this morning. Around 4 AM, residents reported hearing two gunshots outside a home on Lake Road. Authorities responded to the scene, and while Lake Road has since been reopened, investigations remain ongoing. In a separate incident,
Former Cessnock Deputy Mayor John Moores has launched a stinging attack on current Cessnock Mayor Daniel Watton, accusing him of hypocrisy over his support for the Wollombi Road upgrade. The clash comes after the federal Labor government announced last week that it had allocated $22.1 million
Ausgrid has confirmed a whopping 52 unplanned outages across its network tonight, leaving 19,479 homes and businesses in the dark as thunderstorms rumble across the Central Coast and Hunter regions. While tonight’s storm may not match the ferocity of last week’s destructive weather, it’s another stark
A high-speed police pursuit in Gunnedah this morning has ended in absolute heartbreak after three teens in a stolen vehicle allegedly mowed down an innocent motorcyclist, leaving him dead at the scene. The chaos erupted around 7:15 AM when Traffic and Highway Patrol officers attempted to
Every year, Australia Day ignites passionate debates about its meaning, its date, and its inclusivity. While some see January 26 as a day of national pride, for others—particularly Indigenous Australians—it is a day of mourning that marks the beginning of British colonization and the long-lasting consequences
A devastating house fire in Medowie has claimed the life of a 62-year-old man. The blaze erupted around 2:30 PM this afternoon, engulfing the property in flames. Firefighters from Raymond Terrace RFS and several other RFS and Fire & Rescue NSW crews rushed to the scene
In a terrifying turn of events, a man was shot in the neck in Newcastle, sparking a dramatic police investigation that led to the arrest of a 21-year-old man armed with a loaded firearm and other weapons. The chaos unfolded early Friday morning (24 January 2025)
Cessnock, Dungog, Singleton, and the Upper Hunter councils are among nine local government areas officially declared natural disaster zones after devastating storms wreaked havoc across New South Wales The storms, marked by intense winds and heavy rainfall and thousands of lightning strikes, caused widespread destruction, uprooting
NSW School Term Dates for 2025 Announced The New South Wales Department of Education has released the official school term and holiday dates for 2025. These dates will help families plan their year around the academic schedule for both the Eastern and Western divisions. 2025 NSW