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Construction Begins on $3.1 Million Upgrade at Max McMahon Oval in Rutherford

Hunter and Mid North Coast flood insurance claims surge to $194 million

Fallen Trees and Floods Bring NSW Rail Services to a Standstill Across the Hunter

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Newcastle Police

Newcastle Man Charged Over String of Alleged Break-Ins and Assault on Police

Newcastle Police

Wallsend Library Shut After Spike in Violence and Threats Towards Staff

Historic Revival: Newcastle Post Office and Victoria Theatre Secure $2 Million Restoration Boost

University of Newcastle’s Team Wollotuka Wins Back-to-Back Indigenous Nationals Titles

Port Stephens Locals Can Win a Share of $5,800 in Road Safety Competition

Breast Cancer Trial Awareness to Take Centre Stage at NRLW Magic Round in Newcastle

Cessnock’s New $7 Million Fire Station Boosts Emergency Response Across Hunter Valley

Work Begins on Newcastle’s Landmark Inclusive Playspace at Foreshore Park

Hunter Region Groups Share in $5.2 Million Domestic Violence Prevention Funding

Maitland Town Hall to recieve $100,000 for Remediation works

Maitland Heritage Projects Receive $172,900 in NSW Government Grants

Surfing, Festivals and Fireworks Among Dozens of Lake Mac Events to Receive Council Funding

Maitland Local Steffie Yee Brings Branxton Childhood to Life at Regional Gallery

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Newcastle Police

Woman Charged After Fire Damages Hamilton Business

Newcastle Art Gallery Collection Valued at $145 Million After Landmark Donation and Review

Newcastle Police

Man Charged After Fatal Burnout Incident in Hunter Valley

East Coast Low could hit the Hunter with Heavy Rain and Damaging Winds

Newcastle Farewells Former Lord Mayor and Developer Jeff McCloy 1949-2025