In Depth

  For decades, elderly and vulnerable residents in Newcastle's public housing have endured extreme conditions due to longstanding neglect by Homes NSW, a branch of the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ), and its predecessors. Newcastle communities have been plagued by severe issues, including large-scale drug dealing, theft rings, threats and violence, excessively loud music, domestic violence incidents, prostitution, break-ins, vandalism and more. These problems have not only affected the […]

Residents of Newcastle and the broader Hunter Region are enjoying a welcome relief at the petrol pump as fuel prices have taken a significant dip. Motorists are encouraged to shop around to make the most of the lower prices and avoid paying more than necessary. In inner Newcastle, some of the most competitive prices for E10 fuel can be found at BP Hamilton South, BP Newcastle West, and 7-Eleven Wickham, […]

Newcastle commuters are set to experience a significant upgrade in regional rail services as the NSW Government rolls out a fleet of new trains set to replace existing services between Melbourne and Brisbane. Crucially for local passengers, these state-of-the-art trains will pass through Broadmeadow station, enhancing connectivity and comfort for those travelling north and south. The introduction of these modern trains is particularly good news for Newcastle residents who frequently […]

A heated discussion unfolded Yesterday (Monday, 9th September 2024) at the Speers Point pre-polling station, located at 81 Lakeview Street. It has been alleged that campaign volunteers and Lake Macquarie Councillors were approached by a Lake Macquarie City Council ranger, who threatened the group with fines and the impounding of their coreflute and A-frame signs. The ranger told the volunteers that they were not allowed to place the signage on […]

A bushfire that ignited near the AGL Gas Storage facility on Old Punt Road at Tomago has been brought under control, following a day of intense firefighting efforts as strong winds posed a significant challenge. The fire, which broke out on Monday, September 2, burned through 88 hectares of land, triggering road closures and evacuation procedures in the area. The blaze was escalated to watch and act then classified at […]

Image of Fire by Troy Harvey On Saturday afternoon, 31st August 2024, at around 3:30 pm, a fire broke out in the high voltage powerline easement behind homes on Decora Crescent, Warabrook. Fire & Rescue NSW promptly responded, deploying multiple appliances to the scene. Firefighters laid out long lines of hoses, some stretching approximately 550 metres, to combat the blaze, while additional hoses were run through the side of a […]