15-Year-Old Charged with Alcohol-Related Thefts in Lake Macquarie and Newcastle A 15-year-old girl from Windale has been charged in connection with a series of alcohol-related thefts across Lake Macquarie and Newcastle. Since April 13, 2024, she allegedly stole large quantities of alcohol from retailers in Jesmond,
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News Update: Police have reportedly discovered over 100 cannabis plants at a property in Dora Creek. Around 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2024, officers from the Lake Macquarie Police District Proactive Crime Team inspected a property on Gradwells Road. Inside a shipping container, they allegedly
2.2m Westcott Street Bridge Replacement Now Open to Public Cessnock City Council is pleased to advise the new $2.2 million Westcott Street Bridge is now open for public use, with the major works completed a fortnight ahead of schedule. Compared to its ageing timber predecessor with
Police Seek Public Help to Locate Wanted Man in Cardiff Area Authorities are appealing for public assistance to find 21-year-old Hughie Buckley, last seen in the Cardiff area. Buckley is wanted on an outstanding warrant for pursuit-related offences and is also sought by Victoria Police in
News Update: Teenage Girl Reported Missing from Central Coast Today, on Thursday, May 16, 2024, authorities have issued an urgent appeal to the public for assistance in locating Scarlett Begnell, a 17-year-old girl missing from the Central Coast region. Scarlett was last seen leaving a residence
Parvo Outbreak Spreads Across Multiple Areas in The Hunter A concerning surge of parvovirus cases continues to grip several regions, with the latest tally revealing a worrying trend. The MAMF (Maitland Animal Management Facility) reports a distressing milestone, marking the 10th confirmed case today. The affected
Parliamentary Outcry: Hunter Valley Bus Crash Victims Denied Justice as Charges Downgraded In a startling revelation, the Newcastle local court witnessed driver Brett Button pleading guilty to a staggering 35 charges, including 10 counts of dangerous driving occasioning death. However, the decision to withdraw and dismiss
Tragic Workplace Fatality in Newcastle: Man Dies After Falling from Power Pole A devastating workplace incident has occurred in Newcastle earlier this week, resulting in the loss of a man’s life. The incident took place when the individual fell from a power pole in the vicinity
$1M Cannabis Seized in Hydro House Raid – Man Charged Following a months-long investigation into illegal drug cultivation, law enforcement officers from the Hunter Valley Police District executed a search warrant at a residence in Midanga Avenue, Muswellbrook. The raid, conducted yesterday morning, uncovered a highly
Breaking News: Missing Child Alert Authorities are seeking assistance in locating Sophie Fletcher, a 12-year-old girl, who was last spotted departing Newcastle Interchange on a bus bound for the Nelson Bay region at approximately 1:40 pm on Monday, May 13th, 2024. Sophie was last observed sporting
Breaking News: According to NSW Ambulance, one individual has been transported to John Hunter Hospital with multiple injuries. The 50-year-old driver reportedly collided with the rear of the bus and is suffering from injuries to the wrist, shoulder, and possible spinal injury Emergency crews are currently
NEWS UPDATE: MISSING PERSON ALERT Newcastle City Police urgently seek community aid in finding 58-year-old Trevor JOHNSON, who vanished approximately a week ago. Known to frequent Waratah, Mayfield, and Gloucester areas, JOHNSON is described as having a thin build, Caucasian appearance, fair complexion, grey hair, and
Breaking News: 20-Year-Old Identified as Driver in Fatal West Wallsend Crash In a tragic incident early this morning, a fatal single-vehicle crash occurred at Lake Macquarie, West Wallsend. The driver, a 20-year-old man, lost his life in the accident. Emergency services responded to the scene on
Breaking News: Truck Fire Engulfs M1 at Warnervale Emergency services are at the scene of a blazing truck fire on the southbound lanes of the M1 near the Sparks Road on-ramp. Two out of three lanes heading south are currently closed as responders work to contain
George Both Drive is open after a Fatal Crash in the early hours of the morning. Breaking News: Fatal Crash at West Wallsend Claims Driver’s Life Emergency services are currently on scence to a tragic incident at West Wallsend, where a fatal crash has occurred. Reports
Local News Update: Vandalism at Green Point Reserve Sparks Public Appeal The Lake Macquarie Police District has launched a public appeal for assistance following a spate of deliberate vandalism incidents at Green Point Reserve, Belmont, in recent weeks. Throughout May, unregistered trail bikes have wreaked havoc,
Breaking News: Teen Charged After Allegedly Ramming Police Vehicle in Lake Macquarie In an early morning incident, a teenager has been apprehended and is set to face court after a police car was reportedly rammed in Lake Macquarie. The event occurred around 2:30 am on Oxford
Breaking News Update: Emergency Response Teams Prepare for Aircraft Emergency Landing at Williamtown Airport Emergency services are on high alert as an aircraft is expected to make an emergency belly-down landing at Williamstown Airport. The aircraft is currently in the process of circling to expend fuel
Breaking News Update: Teenager Brielle Reported Missing Authorities are issuing an urgent appeal for information regarding the disappearance of Brielle, a 15-year-old girl. Brielle was last seen in Gillieston Heights at approximately 6:20 pm yesterday, May 11, 2024. Described as Caucasian, Brielle stands between 130cm to
Breaking News Update: Dunolly Bridge Closure in Singleton Residents of Singleton are advised that the Dunolly Bridge is presently closed due to an ongoing police operation. While traffic on the New England Highway remains unaffected, heightened emergency vehicle activity is anticipated in the vicinity. For safety