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South Newcastle maintained its position at the top of the Milleen Group Women’s Premiership, with a game in hand on seco...
24/06/2026

South Newcastle maintained its position at the top of the Milleen Group Women’s Premiership, with a game in hand on second-placed Lakes United, after another key performance saw them overcome Central Newcastle 20-18 at Townson Oval.

And, it was a sterling effort from Sophia Collins, which proved the difference in the end.

A Newcastle resident who has experienced youth homelessness herself is gearing up for her next big challenge.Natalia Hog...
24/06/2026

A Newcastle resident who has experienced youth homelessness herself is gearing up for her next big challenge.

Natalia Hogan completed a gruelling 175-kilometre run from Sydney to Newcastle last year and has now launched a new initiative to help other young people in crisis.

Her fundraiser, Running Home, raised about $57,000 for youth homelessness through Samaritans and We Are Mobilise.

The eagerly-awaited 2026-27 NSW State Budget has received a lukewarm response from the region’s business leaders.Treasur...
24/06/2026

The eagerly-awaited 2026-27 NSW State Budget has received a lukewarm response from the region’s business leaders.

Treasurer Daniel Mookey handed down his plan for the upcoming financial year, stating his focus was on families paying off mortgages and spending more on groceries, fuel and other bills.

NSW schools and hospitals were also slated for major upgrades in a budget aimed at delivering additional essential services in rocky economic times.

A Mayfield man is due to face court next month after being charged with allegedly posting a video threatening a federal ...
24/06/2026

A Mayfield man is due to face court next month after being charged with allegedly posting a video threatening a federal parliamentarian.

It follows an investigation by the AFP’s National Security Investigations (NSI) team.

The unit received a report of “concerning content”, which was posted on a social media platform, including threats to harm a high office holder.

The ACTU is calling on US coal producer Peabody Energy to ends its lockout of its members at the United Wambo Washery.Pr...
24/06/2026

The ACTU is calling on US coal producer Peabody Energy to ends its lockout of its members at the United Wambo Washery.

President Michele O’Neil met with the affected workers in the Hunter Valley this week, appealing to the multinational to return to the bargaining table.

Nineteen individuals remain without pay after the company imposed a two-week expulsion.

24/06/2026

Homicide Squad detectives have released CCTV in the hopes of obtaining information into the murder of a man, 38, in Lake Macquarie earlier this year.

Emergency services were called to Montgomery Street, Argenton, shortly after 4am on Sunday 19 April, following reports of an assault.

Now, they’re hoping this male can help them with their inquiries.

A 47-year-old man has been caught with illegal drugs, with an estimated street value of $200,000, during a raid in Lake ...
23/06/2026

A 47-year-old man has been caught with illegal drugs, with an estimated street value of $200,000, during a raid in Lake Macquarie.

Police executed a search warrant at a storage unit in Bennetts Green earlier this month.

There, officers located and seized almost 1.4kg of methamphetamine.

An investigation is underway following the tragic death of a motorcycle rider in Rutherford on Tuesday evening.Emergency...
23/06/2026

An investigation is underway following the tragic death of a motorcycle rider in Rutherford on Tuesday evening.

Emergency services were called to the intersection of Denton Park Drive and Kerry Circle about 5.30pm.

On arrival, they found a motorbike and a Toyota SUV had collided.

Homicide Squad detectives have released CCTV in the hopes of obtaining information into the murder of a man, 38, in Lake...
23/06/2026

Homicide Squad detectives have released CCTV in the hopes of obtaining information into the murder of a man, 38, in Lake Macquarie earlier this year.

Emergency services were called to Montgomery Street, Argenton, shortly after 4am on Sunday 19 April, following reports of an assault.

Now, they’re hoping this male can help them with their inquiries.

The F3 Derby showdown between A-League Men’s (ALM) combatants Newcastle Jets and Central Coast Mariners is safe… for now...
23/06/2026

The F3 Derby showdown between A-League Men’s (ALM) combatants Newcastle Jets and Central Coast Mariners is safe… for now.

After months of uncertainty and speculation, the future of the Gosford-based organisation has been secured with the owners of English Championship side Queens Park Rangers completing a takeover of the embattled club.

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