Transport for NSW has issued a warning to all motorists, stating that traffic conditions will be altered approaching multiple bridges along the Hunter Expressway from Monday 13 March until Thursday 6 April. Crews will be conducting maintenance work, including cleaning and maintaining drainage, which will be
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A tragic accident has occurred on the North Coast of the state resulting in the death of three people. The incident happened last night at around 9.30pm (Saturday 11 March 2023) on Kangaroo Creek Road, Coutts Crossing, which is about 30km south of Grafton. According to
Rescue teams were called to Ghosties Beach near Moonie, between Catherine Hill Bay and Frazer Beach, after two divers got into trouble in the water earlier today. The Westpac Helicopter was deployed to the scene to assist in the rescue operation, along with the Central Coast
Emergency services responded to a head-on collision between two vehicles on The Great North Road at Wollombi at approximately 5:48 pm on March 10th, 2023. Upon arrival, the NSW Ambulance team was already treating the casualties. However, one person remained trapped in one of the vehicles,
Tragic Accident Claims Life of Trailbike Rider in Abberglassyn A young trailbike rider lost his life in a fatal crash involving two vehicles in the Port Stephens-Hunter Police District on Friday, March 11, 2023. According to reports, the incident occurred around 7:30 pm when emergency services
BREAKING NEWS ALERT: Cessnock Council Confirms Replacement of Pool Hall Roof Insulation at Kurri Kurri Aquatic Centre, Temporary Closure of Pool The local council has announced the replacement of the pool hall roof insulation, which is expected to greatly improve the centre’s facilities. However, this will
News alert: Urgent news update! A motor vehicle accident has occurred on Great North Road, just 300 meters south of Milsons Arm Road. Emergency services are currently at the scene, and motorists are advised to exercise caution if traveling in the area as road closures may
Charges laid for Newcastle incident. Three individuals have been charged by Raptor North officers following an alleged detention and threat incident that took place in Newcastle last month. The incident involved a 31-year-old man who arrived at a fast food restaurant on Cowper Street in Wallsend
Police in Lake Macquarie have issued an appeal for information following a theft that occurred at a supermarket in Glendale, NSW. Authorities are looking for two women who were captured on CCTV footage at the scene on Monday, March 6th, 2023. key points The women are
Wallsend Fire and Rescue responded to an address in Birmingham Gardens on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, around 2:25 pm after receiving reports that a resident was starting fires using accelerant despite a Total Fire Ban. Upon arriving at the location, firefighters discovered a male burning grass
Moonan Flat Pub has officially reopened for business, and the local publican, Alicia, is excited to welcome back patrons. The pub had been closed for some time due to road closures caused by severe weather conditions. However, with the Barrington road reopening, business is back to
In Newcastle court today, a man faced 22 charges over a series of alleged break-ins. The accused, whose identity has not been released, was charged with seven counts of taking and driving conveyances without the owner’s consent. Additionally, he was charged with two counts of aggravated
Cessnock Council, which is primarily composed of members from the Labor Party, has been accused of exhibiting political bias by targeting election signs belonging to political rivals. One Nation candidate, Quintin King, expressed his frustration on Facebook after his signs were covered with notices from the
I have once again come to the realization that bugs have been surreptitiously incorporated into one of my all-time favorite chocolate biscuits. The prevalence of this alarming trend of adding insects into processed foods is extremely concerning, and it is imperative that food manufacturers disclose the
Kate Washington, the Member for Port Stephens, was involved in a regrettable incident where she declared the Medowie Ambulance Station open without authorization. In a video that was unprofessional and condescending in tone, she claimed that the station had not been opened due to a lack
A fatal two-vehicle collision occurred in Kurri Kurri, Hunter Valley on March 7th, 2023. The accident happened around 12:55 pm at the intersection of Stanford and Deakin Streets, involving a motorcycle and an SUV. Despite immediate intervention by NSW Ambulance paramedics, the male motorcyclist, who is
In an early morning operation, the Newcastle City Police arrested an 18-year-old male on Acacia Avenue, Waratah West, after he fled from the scene of a stolen motor vehicle. The police chased the suspect, who was eventually apprehended after a short pursuit. Suspect linked to break-ins
NSW Government Takes a Giant Step Forward with the Launch of Digital ID In a recent event hosted by SafetyCulture, the Tech Council of Australia witnessed the launch of the NSW Digital ID pilot program. Victor Dominello, the Minister for Customer Service in NSW, said that
A re-elected Liberal and Nationals Government will inject $1.2 billion in critical health infrastructure to build and upgrade 20 hospitals and health facilities, providing a major boost to communities right across state. NSW Nationals candidate for Cessnock Ash Barnham said this investment would continue the work
Excitement is building in the local community as the grand re-opening of Maybury Peace Park draws near. With the park’s new upgrades, families and children are eagerly anticipating the chance to explore the revamped play area. The park is scheduled to officially open on Wednesday 8