The Latest Breaking News from Newcastle Herald

'The OBE': why a popular Newcastle market is shutting up shop

There was no market at Wickham Park last Sunday, and there won't be one for the foreseeable future.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 29

Multibillion-dollar Hunter energy project approved

Construction is expected to commence in late 2026 and be completed in late 2029.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 28

Police search for teenage boy after fatal stabbing on Central Coast

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 28

Court gives private property owners the green light on seawall construction

Residents win battle to build bespoke coastal erosion protection

Newcastle Herald · Jul 28

Parking pinch under review as Newcastle council aims to tackle city squeeze

Is Newcastle short on parking or managing it poorly?

Newcastle Herald · Jul 28

'Frozen with fear': how Hunter home care workers rescued an elderly man

Care worker Dan Mousa said he had never seen anything like it.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 28

No turning back: Minns walks the line on Hunter coal and renewables

Premier Chris Minns says coal, gas and renewables are essential for the Hunter's economy.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 28

Trial aborted for man accused of attempting to collect 21kg meth shipment

After a stop-start two weeks, the trial came to a stop this week.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 28

'She needs work': curtain pulled back on scale of Victoria Theatre restoration

'But it's full of potential'

Newcastle Herald · Jul 28

'Recreational jewel': council unveil $38 million vision for park's future

New courts, play areas and car parking are part of the proposal.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 28