Here we go again. The government’s solution to energy challenges isn’t smarter policy, infrastructure, or real competition—it’s planting canola fields and promising Australians that burning vegetables will save us from diesel. Let’s be honest. Converting canola into fuel isn’t cheap. Raw canola oil already costs nearly
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When Federation Council engaged Professor Joseph Drew, it cost $125,000. At Cessnock Council, unelected bureaucrats are doing something similar—but the council is yet to tell the community how much they’ve spent. I certainly wasn’t asked if I wanted $125,000 of my rates spent on a report
NSW Police are seeking public assistance following a reported child approach in Bellbird last month. Between 4:30 pm and 5:15 pm on Saturday, 23 August, a 13-year-old girl was walking along Doyle Street when a utility vehicle pulled up, and the driver asked if she wanted a lift.
Cessnock and Branxton pools are preparing to welcome swimmers as the summer season kicks off this Saturday, 27 September. Ahead of the opening, lifeguards have completed refresher training, the Cessnock Pool grandstand has received a fresh coat of paint, and new shade cloths are being installed
Cessnock Council is at it again. They’ve rolled out the glossy “financial sustainability” spiel, complete with videos from an “independent expert,” all designed to lay the groundwork for a Special Rate Variation—aka a stealth tax hike on residents. But let’s not kid ourselves: this is nothing
Emergency services rushed to a restaurant on Garfield Road, Riverstone, about 9.15am today (Tuesday, 16 September 2025) following reports of a gas leak. Tragically, one person has been confirmed deceased. A member of the public and five police officers were taken to Blacktown Hospital, where they
Mayor Watton challenges Maitland’s Mayor to grand final wager Cessnock Mayor Daniel Watton has thrown down a playful challenge to Maitland Mayor Philip Penfold ahead of this weekend’s Newcastle Rugby League grand final. With the Cessnock Goannas men’s side set to face off against the Maitland
Detectives are appealing for public assistance as investigations continue into the suspicious death of a woman following a unit fire in Bateau Bay last month. Emergency services were called to a unit block on Melissa Close about 9.30pm on Sunday, 24 August, where they discovered the
FBI Director Kash Patel has revealed the contents of a note allegedly written by Tyler Robinson before the attempted assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. According to Patel, investigators have obtained evidence showing the suspect declared his intent in writing: “I have the opportunity to take
Tragedy Strikes Outside Minto Mall: Baby Killed, Child Seriously Injured in Car Accident A devastating incident occurred outside Minto Mall in Sydney’s southwest on Monday afternoon, resulting in the death of a five-month-old baby and serious injuries to a five-year-old child. At approximately 3:30 PM, emergency
The Cessnock Dream Is Under Attack The Cessnock Dream was simple: a home with space, a backyard for the kids, and a lifestyle you couldn’t find in the city. It was freedom, community, and room to breathe. That’s the Cessnock that built families, friendships, and futures.
Specialist detectives have charged a 42-year-old school teacher following an investigation into alleged SA involving a teenage girl on the Central Coast. Police began inquiries on Saturday (13 September 2025) after receiving reports concerning a 15-year-old. On Sunday evening, officers executed a search warrant at a
✅ MISSING LAKE MACQUARIE MAN FOUND SAFE Police have confirmed that a man reported missing from Morisset yesterday has now been safely located. The 65-year-old was last seen on Friday morning, sparking a widespread appeal for public assistance and serious concerns for his welfare. Authorities have
Armed robbery at Hamilton pub under investigation Police are appealing for public assistance after an armed robbery at a popular Hamilton venue early this morning. About 3.40am (Friday 12 September 2025), an unknown offender entered the Sydney Junction Hotel on Beaumont Street armed with what appeared
🚨 Hunter Valley Fatal Pursuit – Woman Identified 🚨 The woman at the centre of Saturday night’s deadly police chase in the Hunter Valley has been identified as 25-year-old Chloe Louise Elkins. Police allege Elkins was a passenger in a stolen Honda that failed to stop
Golden Highway closed at Whittingham due to flooding The Golden Highway is currently closed in both directions at Mudies Creek, Whittingham, due to flooding. Diversions are in place, and motorists are advised to follow signage and allow extra travel time.
Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate 17-year-old Hunter teen Nicole Beckett, who has been reported missing from the region. Nicole was last seen at Central Railway Station, Haymarket, on Saturday, 6 September 2025. When she could not be contacted or located, officers from
A woman has been charged following a fatal police pursuit in the Hunter Valley over the weekend, as investigations continue. Just before midnight on Saturday (6 September 2025), officers from Traffic and Highway Patrol Command attempted to stop a speeding Honda on the New England Highway
Police have located a body during the search for missing woman Celeste Proctor, 25, last seen in Merriwa on Saturday, 6 September. She was reported missing after she could not be contacted, prompting Hunter Valley Police District officers to commence inquiries. Around 3.30pm today, officers searching
Emergency services responded to a crash on the Pacific Highway at Glenthorne this morning after a car towing a caravan left the road and overturned, coming to rest on its roof. The occupants managed to free themselves before crews arrived. They were treated at the scene