Cybercrime Squad starts investigation into Hunter clubs’ data breach
Detectives have started an investigation into an alleged data breach threatening to share the personal details of more than 1 million people.
Maitland mayor Philip Penfold proud to serve his community
Maitland City mayor Philip Penfold has announced he's running for the role again at the 2024 NSW Local Government elections.
Not so thumbs up? Bonza suspends flights indefinitely
Bonza Airline has suspended all flights, with CEO Tim Jordan apologising to passengers as its struggles to survive.
Ten-year-old girl fatally stabbed at Boolaroo
A 10-year-old girl has been fatally stabbed, while a teenager is assisting police with their enquiries in Lake Macquarie.
Hunter winemakers welcome strong NSW Government support
Hunter winemakers are being encouraged to get on board with several NSW Government-led initiatives to re-establish sales to China.
Shoal Bay to remain a jewel in Port Stephens’ crown
One of the jewels in Port Stephens’ crown, Shoal Bay, will be well-placed to meet any populace issues moving forward.
Major work scheduled for M1 extension to Raymond Terrace project
Motorists will notice some major work taking place on the M1 extension to Raymond Terrace project during the week.
Cessnock to invest $75.3 million on infrastructure
Cessnock City Council is set to invest $75.3 million on infrastructure in 2024/25 to enhance the local government area.
Toronto, Morisset FRNSW crews sharpen their ’emergency’ skills
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews sharpened their emergency skills during a road crash training drill at Lake Macquarie during the week.
Mourn for the dead, fight for the living
Hunter Workers is preparing to host two major events in as many days from this weekend, including International Workers Memorial Day.
Murrook Culture Centre double finalist in heritage awards
Murrook Culture Centre in Port Stephens has been named a double finalist in the 2024 National Trust Heritage Awards.
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.
