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Progress is finally being made at one of Newcastle’s most notorious intersections, with the City of Newcastle starting work on a $3.3 million safety upgrade at the busy Adamstown junction of Glebe Road and Park Avenue. For years, motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians have voiced concerns over the dangers at this intersection, and thanks to the hard work of the City of Newcastle, local engineers, and support from the Australian Government’s […]

A devastating fire has destroyed a two-storey home in Bonnells Bay overnight (Thursday 30/01/2025), firefighters battling for hours to contain the blaze. Acting Superintendent Matt Sigman from Fire and Rescue NSW confirmed that multiple crews were called to Wood Street after a fire broke out in a caravan adjacent to the house. The flames quickly spread, engulfing both the caravan and the residence before emergency services arrived. Early reports suggested […]

newy.com.au - The City of Newcastle is actively seeking a development partner for its landmark affordable housing initiative, Rail Bridge Row, situated on Hunter Street within the former heavy rail corridor. This project aims to address the city's growing need for affordable housing as the population is projected to increase by over 40,000 by 2041. The Rail Bridge Row site, spanning 4,125 square metres from Brown Street to near the […]

Cessnock is in the grip of an unexpected obsession: the humble chicken and mayonnaise sandwich. What started as a simple social media discussion has snowballed into a full-blown community phenomenon, with residents sharing updates, frustrations, and even ambitious proposals inspired by their love of the pre-packaged snack. The Sandwich Shortage Crisis Residents have taken to the Cessnock Community Noticeboard on Facebook to document their pursuit of the elusive sandwich. Some […]

TPG and Optus Shake Up Hunter Region Mobile Market In a game-changing move, TPG Telecom (which owns Vodafone) has entered a network-sharing agreement with Optus to dramatically increase coverage in regional Australia. As of 30 January 2025, this partnership is live, and TPG’s mobile coverage has more than doubled, increasing from 400,000 square kilometres to over 1 million square kilometres. For Vodafone customers in the Hunter region, this means a […]

After a long hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the beloved Regal Cinema in Birmingham Gardens is set to reopen mid-year, much to the delight of Newcastle residents who hold cherished memories of the historic venue. For decades, the Regal has been more than just a cinema, it has been a community hub, a place where audiences could enjoy carefully curated independent films, foreign cinema, and arthouse classics. Unlike mainstream […]

Newcastle is set to host four pool matches during the 2027 Men's Rugby World Cup, marking a significant milestone for the city. This announcement, made on 30 January 2025, highlights Newcastle's growing prominence in international sports. The 2027 tournament will be the first Rugby World Cup held in Australia since 2003. Sydney's Accor Stadium has been confirmed as the venue for the final, with other host cities including Brisbane, Melbourne, […]

newy.com.au Volunteers from Marine Rescue Newcastle braved challenging conditions last night to assist a stranded 12-metre sailing catamaran off Stockton Beach, ensuring the safe return of its three-person crew. The vessel, which was making its way from Sydney to Port Stephens, ran into trouble when its foresail blew out and became inoperable, one of its engines failed, and the crew struggled with anchoring issues. The skipper, who had logged on […]