Emergency crews are currently responding to a reported garage fire at 21 Bottle Brush Avenue in Medowie, within the Port Stephens local area. The initial report came in at 4:09 PM today. This situation is developing, and MHV News will provide more information as it...
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A man has been charged following a dramatic stabbing incident in Merewether, near Newcastle, earlier today. Around 7:05 am, emergency services rushed to Selwyn Street after receiving reports of a violent confrontation. According to police, a 33-year-old man was allegedly stabbed by another man who...
The Cessnock City Council has voted to expedite the review of its bin collection policy, aligning with the New South Wales (NSW) government’s mandate for the Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) scheme. This scheme, required to be adopted by all councils by 2025, aims...
Update: The incident now includes up to five vehicles involved in crash, with emergency services on scene, this incident is causing traffic chaos around the incident, advoid or delay travel if possible. A motor vehicle crash has been reported on the Hunter Expressway near the...
Kurri Kurri High School Evacuated Following Threat Today, Kurri Kurri High School was evacuated at approximately 12:45 PM due to a received threat. Prioritizing student wellbeing and welfare, the school promptly followed its evacuation protocols. All students and staff were safely relocated to a designated...
At 1:11 PM yesterday, the Cessnock District Rescue Squad was activated for a motor vehicle collision involving a trapped individual on Mount View Road, Mount View. Upon arrival, it was confirmed that one person was still trapped after their vehicle left the roadway, fell approximately...
On Saturday, June 15, at approximately 4:30 PM, the Westpac Rescue Helicopter was dispatched by NSW Ambulance to Kitchener, south of Cessnock, to assist a young boy injured in a motorcycle accident. The boy received treatment from paramedics and the helicopter’s critical care medical team...
A pedestrian was fatally struck in the Hunter Valley region this evening. At approximately 5:45 pm on Friday, June 14, 2024, emergency services were dispatched to Aberdare Road in Aberdare, near Cessnock, following reports of a pedestrian crash. Hunter Valley Police District officers arrived to...
Update: Westpac Rescue Helicopter is on route and seen flying over the scene. Breaking News: Pedestrian Hit on Aberdare Road, Cessnock Emergency services and specialist NSW paramedics are currently on the scene of an incident where a pedestrian was struck on Aberdare Road in Cessnock....
News Update: Emergency crews are currently responding to a motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Old Maitland Road and Majors Lane in Sawyers Gully, near Cessnock. Residents are advised to be cautious of fast-moving emergency vehicles in the area. Two Vehicle Crash all occupants...
Update: Emergency services on scene, three persons are out of the vehicle, suffering shock, no injuries reported as yet. Emergency crews are currently responding to a motor vehicle accident involving trapped individuals at Yellow Billy, located off Wollombi Road between Millfield and Wollombi. Initial reports...
Tonight, the Cessnock Independents will host Joey Jammal, a far-right figure with connections to Craig Kelly and Ricardo Bossi of the Australia One Party, at the ECBC in Cessnock. Jammal, a Syrian Christian known for promoting COVID-19 and 5G conspiracy theories, is expected to deliver...
This morning, at approximately 10:15 AM, a hit and run incident occurred on Riparian Circuit in The Vine Estate. The impact was significant, moving the victim’s car forward about three meters. Authorities are seeking any CCTV or dash cam footage from the area and urging...
News Update: Vehicle Crash in Williamtown A vehicle has crashed into a power pole on Nelson Bay Road at Steel Street, Williamtown, trapping individuals inside. The incident has resulted in low-hanging powerlines and potential road closures. Emergency services and Transport for NSW are on the...
With great sadness, Kirsten announces that after 5 weeks of negotiations, the sale of the cafe has fallen through. The interested party is not at fault and shares in the devastation. Kirsten, who has other time-sensitive commitments, is now faced with a difficult decision. Her...
In a devastating incident, a home in Weston was completely destroyed by a ferocious fire early this morning. Local fire crews were alerted at 6:22 AM, arriving to find smoke billowing from the roof. The blaze, which originated in a bedroom, had quickly spread through...
News Update: Multi-Vehicle Crash on M1 Pacific Motorway Near Morisset A multi-vehicle crash occurred on the M1 Pacific Motorway approaching Mandalong Road at 9:24 PM today. Emergency services are currently on the scene, and southbound traffic is affected. Drivers are advised to reduce their speed...
Port Stephens Police are expected to press charges following an incident at the Lakeside Tavern in Raymond Terrace on Thursday night. Around 9:30 p.m., police responded to multiple calls from residents reporting a man on the roof of the pub on Benjamin Lee Drive, calling...
Officer Injured in High-Speed Pursuit Friday, 07 June 2024 12:16:23 PM A man is set to face court today after a high-speed chase and subsequent arrest on the state’s mid north coast overnight. Around 3am on Friday, 7 June 2024, police attempted to stop a...
Two teenagers have been charged following an alleged home break-in and subsequent police pursuit in Lake Macquarie. At around 1:50 am on Wednesday, June 5, officers from the Lake Macquarie Police District attempted to stop a vehicle in New Lambton. The driver reportedly failed to...