The Latest Breaking News from Newcastle Herald

Law change tears down red tape for pregnancy care, Hunter midwives say

'Women can have immediate access to specialised midwifery care.'

Newcastle Herald · Nov 1, 2024

New Lambton Public School student takes out top gong at premier's spelling bee

'It feels amazing to win'.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 1, 2024

Newcastle Ocean Baths lifeguard first aid room broken into

Newcastle council staff were repairing minor damage.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 1, 2024

Path that led Hunter student to dream job with Veronicas, A$AP Rocky and more

'It's the following few years where you find yourself.'

Newcastle Herald · Nov 1, 2024

Yes in my backyard: how granny flats could help solve the housing crisis

Part of the solution may come in our very own backyards.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 1, 2024

Heartbreak and tears: touching tributes for pilot killed in plane crash

Dapto man identified as second person on plane that took off from Cessnock.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 1, 2024

Dog day afternoon: clouds on the way after bright, clear days

Golden retrievers Mia and Halle have enjoyed the heat.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 1, 2024

New program aims to give locals the power to access renewable energy

The move is designed to combat rising energy costs.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 1, 2024

Fatal hit-and-run: Police search for Toyota with damaged bonnet

A 37-year-old man died after being struck on the New England Highway.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 1, 2024

Man charged with crashing into police car parked outside station

Police allege the driver was involved in a separate incident earlier in the day.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 1, 2024