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Meet the Hunter's brightest Young Business Minds of 2024

There were a record number of entries from 13 schools.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 18, 2024

'I can see the end solution': inventor knew her purpose from a young age

As her brain changed, she was able to see simple solutions.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 18, 2024

Sadistic paedophile who preyed on kids at Muswellbrook Youth Centre will 'likely die in jail'

Neville Roughan is the half-brother of killer Katherine Knight.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 18, 2024

Forces unite in community-based campaign for more foster carers

Hunter organisations go brand-free with foster care appeal

Newcastle Herald · Nov 18, 2024

Beaumont Street stabbing: police hunt continues for killer

Footage has emerged after a 22-year-old man died on Sunday morning.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 18, 2024

Lake Macquarie reach the 'pinnacle' of local government in NSW

"It's highest honour in local government land."

Newcastle Herald · Nov 18, 2024

'I can see the end solution': inventor knew her purpose from a young age

As her brain changed, she was able to see simple solutions.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 18, 2024

'Everyone's feeling the pinch': Salvos launch annual Toy Drive appeal

'In that moment I was struggling and it helped me so much.'

Newcastle Herald · Nov 18, 2024

Cruise ship arrives to gloomy weather after Sunday night storm

Three more cruise ships are set to arrive this year.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 18, 2024

Lookout rock fans, a new music festival is on its way to Wollongong

The line-up features Jet, The Veronicas, Grinspoon and more.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 18, 2024