The Latest Breaking News from Hunter

Positive feedback on EPA climate policy

Hunter business and industry groups have welcomed the NSW EPA's proposal to establish emissions reduction targets for industrial polluters, potentially creating a template for broader national policies to combat climate change.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 8, 2022

How a Hunter marine scientist wormed his way into science history

Eunice dharastii, named after Nelson Bay-based marine scientist Dr David Harasti, has been entered into zoological books as a new species.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 5, 2022

Call to improve Hunter's 'under par' public transport

The state's Future Transport Strategy includes a renewed emphasis on developing a fast rail network with a northern line which would cut travel times between Sydney and Newcastle to "about one hour".

Newcastle Herald · Sep 5, 2022

Renters being hit harder in Newcastle than Sydney

Renters in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie are forking out a larger portion of their income than Sydneysiders to put a roof over their head according to a new housing affordability report. And saving for a deposit for a unit is also a longer slog in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie compared…

Newcastle Herald · Aug 31, 2022

Northern NSW Football hit back after attempt to overthrow board

"The plan to overthrow NNSWF's independent board is unnecessary and robs clubs of the opportunity to guide reform ..."

Newcastle Herald · Aug 30, 2022

Rebuilt Wanderers eyeing finals after securing another minor premiership in Hunter Rugby Union

They play Hamilton in the major semi-final on Saturday.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 29, 2022

'Are we kidding ourselves here': frustration as Port tries to break out of coal box

It may be the world's largest coal export port, with ships being loaded around the clock, but Port of Newcastle is hoping to move beyond the black rock box and diversify what is carried in and out of the harbour.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 27, 2022

Hunter Business Awards celebrate resilience in a time of adversity: Complete winners list

The Hunter's outstanding businesses and sole traders were recognised on Friday night as hundreds of owners, operators and community leaders gathered at NEX for the 2022 Hunter Business Awards.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 26, 2022

Experts insist personal drug use a health matter not something to jail people over

The endless cycle of the 'war on drugs'

Newcastle Herald · Aug 25, 2022

Hunter robodebt victim says saga needs scrutiny of royal commission

A Hunter woman who was incorrectly told she owed thousands of dollars to the federal welfare agency has welcomed the announcement of a royal commission into the robodebt saga.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 25, 2022