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Project to preserve people's most-precious family stories

BUSINESS: A personal loss inspired this very unique Newcastle business.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 11

'Take all the TVs out too?': councillor queries pokie move

Councillors vote in support of strong pokies regulation.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 10

Sue's been running for nearly 50 years. Here's her secret to managing arthritis without surgery

A free seminar will advise on self-managing arthritis.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 10

'Difficult decision': councillors make ruling on controversial phone tower

Residents fear their 'hard-earned security' is now at risk.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 10

'End of an era': last chance to get your churrasco fix at MEET restaurant

The much-loved Brazilian barbecue restaurant is closing in mid-October.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 10

Newcastle Airport flights disrupted as runway closes for RAAF investigation

The Herald understands the closure was caused by lighting issues.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 10

'Beloved' Beaumont Street cafe to close its doors after 20 years

The lease on the Islington business has not been renewed.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 10

Chinese influence may deter new port investor

Experts are concerned Chinese part ownership of the Port of Newcastle will make it difficult to attract new investors.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 10

New build fetches $3.8m as 'realistic' sellers secure strong sales before auction day

'Between a few different parties, we found our best buyer'.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 10

Barrington Tops snow chase is on as small flurries tease a proper dusting

Could Barrington Tops finally get a long-awaited snow day?

Newcastle Herald · Aug 10