Federal Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen will be in Newcastle today to launch a new phase in the …
Dragon boat throws 18 people into water at Port Stephens
A dragon boat with 18 people on board capsized on Saturday morning at Port Stephens. Marine Rescue Port Stephens’s base …
Millions set aside for Hunter road repairs
Just over seven million dollars has been announced for four lower hunter councils to assist with repairing damaged roads. Lake …
The Hunter one of the worst places in NSW for melanoma
The Hunter New England Health district is the third most deadly in NSW for melanoma. According to new data released …
Port Stephens will soon have a green bin to put out
Port Stephens Council is set to start the process of rolling out a green bin waste collection service by next …
Port Stephens Council Opts To Pursue Lower Rate Rise For Residents
At its Ordinary Council meeting last night, Port Stephens Council unanimously endorsed an application to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory …
Parts Of Medowie Closed For 19ha Hazard Reduction Burn
Parts of Medowie will be closed until Thursday for a major hazard reduction burn. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service …
Northern Hawks to be included in Newcastle Rugby League season next year
The Newcastle Rugby League competition will feature eleven teams next year with the Northern Hawks added to the mix. The …
Port Stephens rate rise proposal deferred
Port Stephens Councillors have opted to defer a decision on whether the council will apply for a rate rise. Last …
Hunter beaches in tip-top shape even after heavy rainfall and flooding
A new report shoes local beaches are still in good nick, even after all the wet weather events which have …