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Novocastrian says flotilla crews bashed by Israeli troops

A Hunter-based activist has described bashings by Israeli soldiers who boarded their vessels on a mission to deliver aid to Gaza.

Fears over fate of Hunter protesters among Gaza aid flotilla

Those close to Australians attempting to deliver aid to Gaza are calling for action after their loved ones were intercepted by Israel.

Hunter residents to rally against Labor’s support of weapons industry

Organisers are expecting more than 200 residents to gather in Newcastle this weekend to reject Labor’s plan to transition the Hunter from coal to weapons.

Rising Tide supporter slams government for ‘selling the future’

An activist arrested during the People’s Blockade has slammed the "unbelievably irresponsible" federal government after fighting to save her home from fires.

Maitland councillor slams City of Sydney’s ‘rent-free’ proposal for Rising Tide

A Maitland councillor has expressed his disappointment over media reports City of Sydney could help Rising Tide plan this year’s People’s Blockade in Newcastle.

Rising Tide police operation wraps up with 155 arrests

A multi-day police operation to ensure the safety of attendees, and the wider community, during Rising Tide’s People’s Blockade resulted in 155 arrests.

Liberal councillors call on CN to ban future Rising Tide events

Liberal councillors from throughout the region have turned the blowtorch onto City of Newcastle (CN) to withdraw its support of Rising Tide.

Rising Tide claims ‘success’ after coal ship disruptions

Defiant Rising Tide organisers have labelled the 2025 People’s Blockade a success, after turning away several coal ships from the Port of Newcastle.
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