New $13.8m government workplace hub opens in Maitland
“This is a great boost for the Maitland community, as it keeps jobs in the area and will deliver economic benefits.”
Scenic Eclipse II, Newcastle-born 6-star luxury homecoming
From a kitchen on Tirriki Street, to a six-star, $318.4 million "ultra-luxury" discovery yacht, Scenic celebrates a Newcastle homecoming.
Police out in force over Anzac Day weekend
There will be a huge police presence throughout the Hunter during the upcoming Anzac Day “holiday” weekend.
No More: Newcastle rally demands politicians to take further action on DV incidents
Newcastle will be among the first cities to stage a national rally demanding politicians to “act now” against gendered sexual, domestic and family violence.
NRL: Knights suffer major blow with long-term Ponga injury
The Newcastle Knights disappointing start to the NRL season has been compounded by a serious injury to its star player Kalyn Ponga.
Financial literacy taught as maths doesn’t add up for girls
Financial literacy needs to be taught as a lifeskill not a maths subject, to stop disadvantaging girls, group takes aim at education system.
Hexham Straight Widening continues along Maitland Road
Construction work is scheduled to continue, from this weekend, on the Hexham Straight Widening project.
Belmont woman plans long overdue family reunion following $200,000 win
A Belmont woman is planning a long overdue family reunion following her $200,000 Lucky Lotteries Mega Jackpot win this week.
Child protection ‘in crisis’, PSA Edgeworth protest
Staff at Edgeworth Community Services Centre protested after being told their workplace will close, further proof the industry is in crisis they say.
Young Hunter residents priced out of home ownership, say Nationals
The Nationals have slammed Labor’s lack of leadership on the all-important issue of home ownership in the Lower Hunter.
Mackenzie Anderson’s mum pushes for 48-hour media ban on victims’ details
The mother of slain Newcastle woman Mackenzie Anderson is calling for a 48-hour waiting period before media publish images of murder victims.
New Melville Ford Bridge ‘long overdue’
All three levels of government agree on one thing… a new Melville Ford Bridge is long overdue in Maitland.
Worimi Conservation Lands welcomes world-first facility
This is the first time a property has been jointly-funded by both the NSW Government and an Aboriginal joint management board.
It’s really sad when someone so young loses their life: MP
The NSW Government and TfNSW are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatality, which took place at Cooranbong at the weekend.
Numerous road works scheduled throughout Hunter
Transport for NSW (TfNSW) employees will be extremely busy this week, with numerous projects scheduled for the Hunter.
Bondi Junction tragedy will affect people in many ways: Beyond Blue
It’s vital for people affected by the tragic events at a Sydney shopping centre at the weekend to seek help, says Beyond Blue.
Teenager loses his life in Cooranbong crash
A teenager has lost his life when the car he was travelling in collided with a parked mobile speed camera vehicle at Cooranbong.
Maitland council planning to outlay $210m in 2024/25
Maitland City Council is planning to invest more than $200 million in the next financial year to enhance its LGA even further.
TfNSW expecting increased traffic for Steamfest weekend in Maitland
With thousands of people expected to converge on Maitland for Hunter Valley Steamfest, TfNSW is urging motorists to exercise caution in the area.
Newcastle, Hunter needs the Jets, says long-time club volunteer
The Newcastle Jets must be saved at any cost. That’s the opinion of the A-League club’s long-time volunteer Frank Klaassen.
Newcastle MP Tim Crakanthorp cleared of corrupt conduct
Newcastle MP Tim Crakanthorp has been cleared of any wrongdoing by the NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC).
