The Latest Breaking News from Newcastle Herald

'Where is the health minister?' Questions after mould found in hospital ICU

Affected hospital staff, patients and families are being contacted directly.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 25

Man kicked in door as everyone 'did their best' at fatal house fire scene

'The way the community has come together to help at this horrible time has been amazing.'

Newcastle Herald · Aug 25

Mould infestation and roof leaks cause childcare centre shutdown

'Someone's job is to ask and answer that question, yet nobody has.'

Newcastle Herald · Aug 25

Merewether man arrested on luxury boat with tonne of cocaine pleads guilty

The blocks of cocaine had an estimated street value of $623 million.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 25

'We're not a developer': council backs mayor's affordable housing plan

Councillors vote 10-1 to open talks on providing land for affordable housing.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 25

No fuss, just 4000 winners: How a Newcastle trainer joined racings immortals

What does Paul Perry have in common with Bart Cummings, Tommy Smith and other racing legends?

Newcastle Herald · Aug 25

Naked man arrested after driving onto beach in ute packed with 38 knives

He allegedly tested positive to cocaine and cannabis.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 25

Drone allegedly 'intruded' on rescue helicopter responding to emergency

Man charged with aviation offences, police seize drone and cannabis.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 25

'Unliveable' house sells at auction after bidders swarm on bargain listing

Find out what the buyers have planned for this dilapidated home.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 25

Chinese national to face murder trial over stabbing of fellow exchange student

The case is believed to be unprecedented in Australian legal circles.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 25