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Hunter Valley, NSW – A 14-year-old boy has been charged following a series of alleged attempted break and enters in the Hunter Valley overnight. Between 2am and 4am on Thursday, 22 August 2024, police received multiple reports of suspicious activity, including attempted break and enter and robbery incidents at several properties on Pioneer Road, Casey Drive, Nelson Drive, and Dominion Avenue in Hunterview. Officers from the Hunter Valley Police District […]

Maitland City Council is inviting the community to come together in September to celebrate Biodiversity Month, with a focus on connecting with and caring for nature through a range of tree planting and birdwatching activities. Starting on Sunday, 1 September from 1:00 pm, Maitland residents can pick up free native seedlings at the Maitland Regional Art Gallery. These seedlings can be planted in home gardens or backyards, contributing to biodiversity […]

Specialist consultants have now finalised their assessment of Maitland Gaol, marking a crucial step toward safely reopening the heritage-listed site in East Maitland. Maitland City Council, which manages the 170-year-old site on behalf of the NSW Government, closed the gaol earlier this year after discovering significant electrical and fire safety issues during an independent safety review. The consultant reports, expected to be reviewed in the coming weeks, will guide Council […]

Several images below article The historic Dairy Farmers Corner in Newcastle West is set to be revitalised as Thirdi Group begins construction on a significant mixed-use development. Marking the start of this ambitious project, an Aboriginal smoking ceremony and a traditional turning of the first sod were held to acknowledge and respect the land’s cultural heritage. The site, located on the corner of Tudor and Hunter Streets, has long been […]

A 40-year-old man is set to appear in Raymond Terrace Local Court today following his arrest in connection with alleged firearm offences near Newcastle. Around 6:30am yesterday, officers from the Proactive Crime Team of Port Stephens-Hunter Police District, alongside Federal Environmental Officers, executed a search warrant at a property on Nelson Bay Road in Williamtown. The warrant was part of an investigation into the exportation of native birds. Upon arrival, […]

Thousands turned out for this year’s Hunter Homeless Connect Day, held at the Newcastle Entertainment Centre on Wednesday, 21 August 2024. The event once again proved to be a crucial lifeline for those experiencing homelessness or struggling with hardship in the Hunter region. Over thousands of guests attended the event, which offered a broad range of services in one place. From housing and accommodation assistance to health checks, legal advice, […]