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Largest dam spills, but axed wall extension defended

A decision to not spend $3 billion on raising Australia's largest dam wall has been defended as it spills, adding to floodwaters in already-sodden communities.

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Call for investigation after media labels five-year-old ‘kindergarten crim’ following NSW police comments

Barwon MP Roy Butler says ‘flashy headlines create bias’ after it was revealed officers have not spoken to any of the alleged offenders nor laid any charges

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NRL mentors to divert at-risk bush teens from crime

As teens decry the lack of opportunities in the regions, young people will be paired with NRL mentors in the latest suite of measures to deter youth crime.

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Hunter group launches to put politicians under pressure

'This is about a fair go for the Hunter.'

Newcastle Herald

NSW Governor Margaret Beazley to serve two more years

King Charles has approved a two-year extension to the term of NSW Governor Margaret Beazley following a recommendation from Premier Chris Minns.

AAP

Better than before: PM bullish as Hunter's wine tariff wait goes on

Anthony Albanese visited a Pokolbin winery on Thursday.

Newcastle Herald

Overdue surgery list slashed but COVID hangover lingers

A NSW overhaul of elective surgeries has cut the waiting list for overdue procedures but doctors fear the progress is unsustainable due to budget cuts.

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Disability scheme overhaul transforms access to support

An overhaul of the government's disability scheme could change the way Australians access support funding and give powers to the program's watchdog.

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Hunter losing political clout amid Labor MPs' troubled reign

After 12 years in exile, Labor is not doing the Hunter any favours.

Newcastle Herald

Crucial parts of container terminal puzzle

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Newcastle Herald

Yasmin Catley 'concentrating on job' amid calls for sacking as police minister

Yasmin Catley says she has the support of police officers.

Newcastle Herald

'We're concerned': states revolt over NDIS cost fears

State and territory leaders are calling for transparency about NDIS costs as they push back against planned reforms, which they say are being rushed.

AAP

NSW government denies Tigers' Leichhardt funding plea

NSW Premier Chris Minns has denied Wests Tigers' request to fund upgrades to Leichhardt Oval, casting further doubt on the stadium's future as an NRL venue.

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Port deal: lifting the lid on commitments and compensation

Newcastle port deal: Liability could cost NSW between $600 million and $4.3 billion

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The Guardian - AU

Transport, housing and cost of living: how has Labor fared in its first year in power in NSW?

While the Minns government has made strides on wages, many of its promises – on renting, buses and the environment – remain unfulfilled

Newcastle Herald

Why it's a worry NSW Premier missed Newcastle in his first year

These are crucial years for the Hunter.

Newcastle Herald

'Fly the flag': NSW Premier missing in Newcastle a year into the job

Should Chris Minns have visited in 365 days?

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Huge investment needed to address social housing crisis

NSW Housing Minister Rose Jackson says she needs more Commonwealth funding to help the large number of people who are homeless or on the brink of homelessness.

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Promise of safer, more reliable ferries with new fleet

The first of seven new Tasmania-built ferries has arrived in Sydney as part of a government pledge to improve ferry services on the city's waters.

The Guardian - AU

Peter Dutton in standoff with state Liberal leaders over federal Coalition’s nuclear plan

The federal opposition leader’s calls to include nuclear power in Australia’s energy mix has so far failed to win support from his state colleagues

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Minns-Perrottet election-trail bromance nabs prize

Premier Chris Minns and his Liberal predecessor Dominic Perrottet have claimed a top political award for their "respectful" 2023 election campaigns.

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NSW outlaws gay conversion practices and makes it harder for young people to get bail

LGBTQ groups welcome legislation passed after marathon overnight sitting, but critics line up to warn bail laws will put more children in jail

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Fight pledged to overturn 'betrayal' child bail laws

Premier Chris Minns has defended controversial bail changes to crack down on youth crime after they passed the NSW parliament late at night.

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Gaza protests, cat calls in chaotic parliament session

Screaming protesters have repeatedly interrupted Question Time while NSW MPs debated whether cat calls were permitted.

Newcastle Herald

Don't let it happen to someone else: Bryson Dimovski's family call for tougher penalties

Bryson Dimovski's parents call for tougher penalties for road crimes

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