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A new coal-fired power station and the 'cult of net zero': inside Hunter mining conference

There was unanimous support for Hunter Valley Operations' extension bid.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 3

'Insult to injury': back pay delayed for Mater nurses as anger mounts

'We need the public to know and stand up for us workers.'

Newcastle Herald · Jun 24

'Where are the new jobs?': union boss says get fair dinkum about the Hunter's economy

More than 30 jobs have been cut at Broadmeadow and Waratah plants recently.

Newcastle Herald · May 28

Wine and taxes: only one certainty for small producers

When is a farm not a farm? Some producers are finding out the hard way as they're unexpectedly hit with hefty land tax bills, sparking calls for change.

AAP · Jan 31

NSW Residents Called To Check If They’re Owed A Share Of $300M In Unclaimed Cash

"This might be that little bonanza that you are waiting for."

Pedestrian.tv · Jan 5

NSW residents urged to check if they are owed share of $300m in unclaimed money

Millions of dollars held by Revenue NSW includes uncashed cheques, refunds and other payments owed to individuals who may have died or changed address

The Guardian - AU · Jan 5

Show me the money: call to claim $300m in state coffers

Almost $300 million is sitting in the most populous state's unclaimed money pool with residents in other states also eligible to receive money they're owed.

AAP · Jan 4

Public school students given access to specialised AI

An AI bot that refuses to give direct answers will be offered to public school students in a bid to build technological and critical thinking skills.

AAP · Sep 23, 2025

Big fines for breaches as childcare workers 'drowning'

Fines will more than double for childcare breaches in one state, but a union says "drowning" educators are quitting due to low pay and intense pressure.

AAP · Sep 9, 2025

Parents urged to go to police with childcare concerns

Childcare educators are working for years after being banned and police want parents to report suspicions immediately to protect kids, an inquiry has been told.

AAP · Aug 13, 2025