News Update: NSW Government Grants Extension to Eraring Power Station Amid Energy Concerns The NSW Government has granted a two-year extension to the Eraring Power Station, operated by Origin Energy, which was originally slated for closure in mid-2025. This decision comes as renewable energy sources have
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Gas Leak in Birmingham Gardens Promptly Contained Birmingham Gardens, May 21, 2024 – At around 3:00 PM, Wallsend Fire and Rescue responded to reports of a significant gas leak on Naughton Avenue. On arrival, crews discovered two domestic gas meters severely damaged, releasing large quantities of
Four teenagers face charges related to a series of driving and property offences after a police pursuit near Newcastle earlier this week. The incident began on the night of Monday, 20 May 2024, when a Hyundai Kona was reported stolen from Wallsend. By 2 a.m. on
Two Dead in Single-Vehicle Crash Near Coffs Harbour Two people have died and a third is critically injured following a single-vehicle crash early this morning near Coffs Harbour. Around 12:40 am, emergency services responded to a report of a vehicle that had crashed into a tree
Two Rutherford Paramedics Stood Down for Advocating Better Work Conditions In a controversial move, the Ambulance Executive has stood down two paramedics from Rutherford who reported for duty two days ago. Their offense? Campaigning for improved coverage and insisting on a roster that ensures continuous access
Traffic Response Group Targets North Region for Alcohol and Drug Driving, May 16-20, 2024 The Traffic Response Group (TRG), in collaboration with the Operations Planning Unit, deployed 13 additional Highway Patrol officers and vehicles to the Hunter Valley, Lake Macquarie, Newcastle City, and Port Stephens Hunter
Authorities are seeking public assistance to locate Benjamin, aged 35, who was last seen in Newcastle at 4:40 pm yesterday, Sunday, May 19, 2024. He was wearing a black jumper and black tracksuit pants at the time of his disappearance. Police have reason to believe Benjamin
Memorial Garden to Honour Bus Crash Victims Underway Cessnock City Council has started construction on a memorial garden dedicated to the victims of the tragic bus crash on June 11, 2023. The crash claimed 10 lives and injured 25, deeply affecting the community. The Council, in
Police Seek Public Assistance in Identifying Robbery Suspect Police are appealing for public assistance to identify a male suspect connected to a robbery that occurred in Thornton at approximately 1:30 PM on Saturday, March 18, 2024. Authorities are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or has
Search Underway After High-Speed Pursuit from Tamworth Police are actively searching for four individuals following an early morning pursuit that spanned across New England, Hunter Valley, and Newcastle. At approximately 3:50 AM, authorities responded to an aggravated break and enter at a hotel on Spains Lane,
Bodies of man and child found in home – East Lismore A report will be prepared for the information of the NSW Coroner following the death of a man and a child on the Far North Coast overnight. Officers attached to Richmond Police District attended a
Update** Confirmed second vehicle left the scene Emergency services are currently responding to a motor vehicle accident outside Cessnock High School. The vehicle involved has sustained damage to both the front and rear, and a second vehicle may have been involved but has fled the scene.
News Update: Police Officer Stabbed in Sydney A police operation is currently underway on Elizabeth Street in Sydney following the stabbing of a NSW Police officer. The officer sustained non-life-threatening head injuries and was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being transported to
Cessnock Hospital Concept Design Released for Community Feedback The community is invited to provide input on the Cessnock Hospital Redevelopment as concept designs are unveiled today. The NSW Government is investing $111.48 million to modernize and enhance the hospital’s facilities, ensuring improved health services for the
Exciting News: Starbucks Set to Open First Hunter Store! Starbucks is making a grand return to the Hunter region with an ambitious plan for a new outlet in Rutherford! The global coffee giant has lodged plans with Maitland Council for a $14 million state-of-the-art store at
News Update: Maitland Gaol Reopening Progress Mayor Phillip Penfold announced that a team of specialist consultants has been contracted to assess the requirements for safely reopening the NSW Government-owned Maitland Gaol to the public. The reports, expected in July, will help establish a timeline and budget
Emergency crews are currently responding to a serious single-vehicle accident in Bellbird. Initial reports indicate that there has been a serious motor vehicle crash in Bellbird, and there are concerns about the condition of the individuals involved. New South Wales (NSW) Paramedics and Bellbird Fire and
Breaking News: Emergency Services Respond to House Fire in Raymond Terrace Emergency services are currently on the scene of a house fire on Swan Street in Raymond Terrace. The incident was reported at approximately 7:30 PM, prompting a swift response from local fire and rescue teams.
Car Crash in Wallsend: Power Outage and Road Closure At approximately 10:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2024, emergency services were dispatched to Tillie Street in Wallsend following multiple reports of a motor vehicle accident. Upon arrival, Wallsend Fire and Rescue crews discovered a Blue Subaru
Local News: Thornton Roads Upgrades Funding Promised by Labor MP Meryl Swanson Still Missing Maitland Councilor Mitchell Griffin has voiced his frustration over the lack of funding for Thornton roads upgrades, a promise made by Labor MP Meryl Swanson during her election campaign. In a recent