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Around 750 NSW coal miners could lose jobs

More than 700 coal mining jobs could be impacted by the imminent closure of Australia's largest coal-fired power plant close in the NSW Hunter region.

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Malnourished horse Jet dies

A retired racehorse surrendered to an animal shelter after becoming severely malnourished on a Hunter property has died despite best efforts to nurse him back to health.

Newcastle Herald

The Nationals have good election prospects - but this does not guarantee Joyce's leadership

While the Liberal and Labor parties each face several nail-biting contests, the Nationals have fewer immediate concerns in this federal election.

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Hunter mining communities $250 million a year worse off because of lower casual mineworker wages

Union movement pushing casual wage rates onto the election agenda

Newcastle Herald

Thousands call on the government to act at Hunter Workers May Day rally | VIDEO

"We are working more for less and less"

Newcastle Herald

Preference negotiations in earnest as big players and small tussle for places on May 21 tickets

Power lies in voting preferences as Labor's traditional Hunter margins narrow

Newcastle Herald

Election Diary: Moon boots, poster wars and bookies' favourites

The latest from the federal election campaign trail in the Hunter.

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Labor faces preference challenges in Hunter, Paterson

One Nation and a high-profile independent have put Coalition candidates above Labor on their how-to-vote cards in two key Hunter seats.

Newcastle Herald

Greens say Hunter needs identity shift away from coal

The Greens say the major parties are sending mixed messages about the Hunter's future in green manufacturing.

Newcastle Herald

Hydrogen hubs put the Hunter 'right in the game'

Labor will match the $82million in funding for a Hunter Super Hydrogen hub, that has the potential to attract 2500 jobs in coming decades.

Newcastle Herald

Hunter charity's free dental treatment program expands after grant

"It's not just about their oral health and hygiene but it's made a difference to their sleep, their learning and their behaviour."

Newcastle Herald

How the Salvation Army 'loved me back to life'

It costs The Salvation Army around $2.4 million a year to provide services in the Hunter region

Newcastle Herald

Hunter candidates back net zero target

The Nationals' James Thomson and Labor's Dan Repacholi have expressed support for their parties' 2050 targets.

Newcastle Herald

Hunter school teachers prepare to strike on May 4

The Department of Education called on the NSW Teachers Federation to call off the action.

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Soul Pattinson buys out Hunter firm Ampcontrol

Investment house Soul Pattinson has bought out Hunter-based electrical engineering company Ampcontrol Group.

Newcastle Herald

Port protesters say major parties failing Hunter

Protesters who took to Newcastle harbour on Sunday say neither major political party has credible policies to address climate change or help workers transition away from the coal industry.

Newcastle Herald

Mixed reactions to COVID isolation rules easing in the Hunter

There are now 84 COVID-19 positive patients receiving care in hospitals across Hunter New England, three in intensive care.

Newcastle Herald

Hundreds will block the Port of Newcastle calling for climate action

An estimated group of 500 people are set to block coal coming in and out of the Port of Newcastle for the 11th time on Sunday, in the "People's Blockade of the World's Biggest Coal Port".

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Labor and Coalition trade blows over Hunter coal and emissions reduction

Canavan, Conroy, clash over coal

Newcastle Herald

Kelly outlines key United Australia Party policies in Newcastle

United Australia Party leader Craig Kelly hopes candidates in the Hunter region play a role in delivering the minor party the balance of power in the House of Representatives when voters go to the polls later this month.

Newcastle Herald

President of Hunter-based TROG Cancer Research wins major award

He was recognised for an international trial focused on stomach cancer

Newcastle Herald

Hunter teen named Surf Life Saving NSW Junior Lifesaver of the Year

"I'm really proud, it's such an amazing achievement to be awarded with."

Newcastle Herald

How Albo used Hunter visit to not make things worse

On the election trail with the Newcastle Herald's political reporter.

Newcastle Herald

What's on this weekend in Newcastle and the Hunter Valley

Mega Creatures, Easter egg hunts, markets, Blanc de Blanc Encore and the Jets. There's something for everyone this Easter weekend.

Newcastle Herald

Joyce says airport funding locked into budget

Airport executives will head to Singapore next month to try to secure their first Asian destination.

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