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UPDATE 18/08/2024 - The man who was involved in the theft of hundreds of bikes around Newcastle and is an active member of Newcastle's inner-city illicit drug community is now in hiding after he was brutally beaten at a Cooks Hill residence recently. Unable to walk, he was placed in an ambulance and taken away. It is believed he was staying at a woman's home who is in her late […]
A young volunteer from newy.com.au has been left shaken after an alleged confrontation at Bar Beach. He was filming a video of the sunrise for the station's Facebook page. The volunteer, who wishes to remain anonymous, was approached by a woman, believed to be in her 50s, who claimed that the Bar Beach footpath was "her turf. An interaction our volunteer described as "Intense". Crimestoppers Incident Number: 969361 The incident […]
Newcastle, Australia – A massive global technology outage, initiated by a faulty update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, brought significant disruption across Newcastle and the broader Hunter region. This unprecedented event is being described as one of the largest IT outages in history, causing extensive interruptions to services and businesses worldwide. On Friday, Newcastle radio stations 102.9 Triple M and Hit106.9 were abruptly taken off air, resorting to backup tapes based […]
Newcastle West, NSW – A 38-year-old man has been charged by Newcastle police in connection with the alleged theft of parcels from the Lambton area earlier this month. The incident was reported to Newcastle City Police District on Thursday, 11 July 2024, when parcels were allegedly stolen from the front of a home in New Lambton. Following thorough investigations, officers apprehended the suspect at a shopping centre on Steel Street, […]
https://youtu.be/_lK4cX5xGiQ?si=a7jHaT5AhhAE9PVx&t=52 UPDATE: Jack Black and Kyle Gass announced the cancellation of their Australian Tour and suspension of future creative plans. We've updated the article and you'll see a screenshot of their announcements at end of this articble. [UPDATED] Newcastle, NSW, Australia - The American comedy rock duo Tenacious D, composed of Jack Black and Kyle Gass, initially postponed their Newcastle concert, then later cancelled their Australian tour following backlash over […]
SWANSEA – Search and rescue operations are ongoing in Swansea following a boating accident that resulted in the disappearance of Lake Macquarie man, Luke Smith. The search, which had been scaled back earlier, has been intensified today with the deployment of POLAIR and four boats focusing their efforts near the Swansea Caravan Park. The search teams have been present in the area for several hours, combing the waters in hopes […]
Newcastle is set to receive a tourism boost as the popular TV show "Travel Guides" showcases the city in an exciting two-day feature. This special episode will air on Channel 9, bringing national attention to Newcastle's attractions and hospitality. "Travel Guides" is well-known for its unique format where everyday Australians review various travel destinations, and it has become a favorite among viewers, consistently topping the ratings and receiving multiple award […]
The speed limit on Industrial Drive, Mayfield, set at 80 km/h, has become a contentious issue among drivers and locals. Many drivers reportedly travel at 60 km/h or slower, causing potential safety hazards, especially around corners where some continue at the full 80 km/h. Divergent Community Views Phillip Martinelli highlighted a lack of sufficient speed signs as a primary cause of confusion. Michael Harrison supports maintaining the 80 km/h […]
