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UPDATED: Man Holding Sharpened Ornamental Shovel Allegedly Shot by Police in Mayfield

 Live Article - Bookmark this page as it will be updated as more information comes to hand. newy.com.au - A critical incident investigation is underway after Newcastle City Police shot a man in Mayfield on Saturday afternoon, 15 February 2025. At approximately 4:10 pm, police responded to a domestic violence-related call at a unit block on Hanbury Street. Upon arrival, they were attacked unexpectedly by a man wielding an […]

today15 February 2025 2

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Maitland Transport Hub Set for $1 Million Transformation

newy.com.au - Maitland’s key transport hub is set for a major revitalisation, with Maitland City Council securing $1 million through the NSW Government's reVITALise - Public Transport Precinct Vibrancy Grant. The Next Stop: Maitland project will enhance the Maitland Station precinct, creating a safer, more welcoming space for commuters, residents, and visitors. Maitland Mayor Philip Penfold highlighted the project’s importance, stating, “Maitland Station is a key gateway to our city, […]

today14 February 2025

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Newcastle Police

Hunter Valley Man Charged Over Alleged $19 Million Meth Import from Spain

  newy.com.au - A Hunter Valley man has been charged over an alleged attempt to import 21kg of methamphetamine from Spain, with the drugs estimated to be worth $19 million on the street. The 37-year-old, who is believed to have links to an organised crime group, faced Singleton Local Court on 7 February 2025, charged with attempting to import a commercial quantity of a border-controlled drug. He was remanded in […]

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TPG Telecom Outage: Faulty generator in Glebe takes down 23% of The Hunter’s Internet Services on Monday

Late on Monday afternoon, millions of Australians lost access to the Internet, as TPG Telecom, encompassing the TPG, Vodafone, iiNet, Internode, AAPT and Kogan brands, alongside a list of Newcastle IT companies (MSPs) who are resellers of the network went down in the biggest broadband disruption of this year. An estimated 23% of Newcastle's fixed line home and business services were affected. Starting at about 5:30 pm, reports of the […]

today11 February 2025

Newcastle Police

Car Crashes Through Wallsend Home, Occupants Flee Scene

An early morning incident unfolded in Wallsend in Newcastle when a car ploughed through a fence and into the rear yard of a residential property. The crash occurred just after 4:00am today (Monday, 10 February 2025), followed by an emergency response from Fire and Rescue Wallsend. Newcastle Police officers arrived at Douglas Street, where reports indicated that the vehicle's occupants had abandoned the car and fled towards Birchgrove Drive. Firefighters […]

today10 February 2025

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Wyee Set for Major Transformation as Council Greenlights Growth Plan

  newy.com.au - Wyee is set for a major transformation, with Lake Macquarie Council approving key planning changes set to revitalise the town’s centre. The decision, made during a council meeting this evening, paves the way for increased commercial and residential development, aligning Wyee with other growing regional hubs in New South Wales. A standout element of the approved planning proposal is the expansion of the town centre’s development potential, […]

today10 February 2025

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Improved Safety Habits See Fewer Marine Rescues in Hunter and Central Coast

newy.com.au - Boaters in the Hunter and Central Coast region have been commended for their improved safety preparations, contributing to a quieter January for Marine Rescue NSW volunteers. Despite remaining one of the busiest regions in the state, with 199 search and rescue missions, the number of emergency responses dropped, reflecting a growing awareness of the importance of planning before heading out on the water. Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Alex […]

today10 February 2025

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University of Newcastle Expands Child Nutrition Program and Advances Spinal Cord Pain Research

newy.com.au - The University of Newcastle is set to broaden its impact on public health through two major research initiatives: an international expansion of its Parents Informing Child Nutrition in Community (PICNIC) program, and a groundbreaking study into spinal cord cells' role in chronic pain. Expansion of the PICNIC Child Nutrition Program The University has secured a $417,000 grant from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) in collaboration […]

today10 February 2025

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Two Men Charged Over Stolen Power Tools in Newcastle Police Operation

newy.com.au - Two men have been charged following a police investigation into stolen power tools in Newcastle. At around 2am on Tuesday, 21 January 2025, a Toyota Hilux containing a significant quantity of power tools was stolen from a home on Donald Street, Hamilton North. Later that morning, at approximately 10am, police located the vehicle on Brooks Street, Wallsend; however, all the tools had been removed. As part of ongoing […]

today10 February 2025

Newy 87.8 FM is an FM radio station established in 2014 targeting Classic Hits music enthusiasts across Newcastle and The Central Coast, Australia. The station plays 60s 70s and 80s music. The station can be streamed online via this website or smart phone apps such as Tunein. In 2024 we opened a local newsroom dedicated to publishing Newcastle News.