Rod Thompson
Rod Thompson
NRL: Refreshed Ponga hoping Knights pick up where they left off
Newcastle Knights superstar Kalyn Ponga achieved a fair bit of success in 2023. However, he’s hungry for more.
Kurri Kurri Nostalgia Festival rocks on with $10,000 windfall
One of the region’s most popular events, the Kurri Kurri Nostalgia Festival, is among the beneficiaries of an Australian Government grant.
Amazing Myf adds her own magic to The Rocky Horror Show
Popular broadcaster, television presenter, journalist and writer Myf Warhurst doesn’t mind challenging herself.
Dawn French adds third show in Newcastle
Due to overwhelming demand, promoters have added a third Dawn French show to her schedule at Newcastle’s Civic Theatre in 2024.
Cessnock LGA Traffic and Transport Strategy plans for the future
Due to revised population forecasts over the next two decades, Cessnock City Council is wasting no time in planning for the future.
ALM GALLERY: Jets still a work in progress, says Stanton
All the pieces of the puzzle seem to be there for the Newcastle Jets… it’s just aligning them to complete the full picture.
Lake Mac resident ‘shocked’ while installing Christmas lights
One Lake Macquarie resident is counting their lucky stars after receiving a shock while installing Christmas lights on an outdoor tree.
Music legend James Taylor takes Country Road to Bimbadgen
Another music legend is heading to the Hunter Valley... this time Grammy Award-winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer James Taylor.
The Rocky Horror Show hottest ticket in town
Excitement is building with the 50th anniversary tour of The Rocky Horror Show heading to Newcastle’s Civic Theatre early next year.
ALM: Experienced City shuts out Jets 2-0
An experienced Melbourne City extended its recent unbeaten streak over the Newcastle Jets to five matches at McDonald Jones Stadium.
Ian Moss’ ‘Rivers tour’ flows into Newy
One of the most distinctive voices on the Australian music scene, Ian Moss, will be heard loud and clear in Newcastle in the new year.
Reflections Jimmys Beach wins state’s top gong
Park manager Peter Creigh was quick to praise his staff after Reflections Jimmys Beach snared the state’s top gong.
