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Appeal for information after $600,000 worth of cannabis plants found

Police are appealing for information that could lead to the arrest of those responsible for a cannabis grow-house allegedly containing plants with a street value of $600,000 in the Hunter this week.

Newcastle Herald · May 5, 2022

LETTERS: At last, a little bit of hope for homebuyers

Newcastle Herald readers have their say

Newcastle Herald · May 4, 2022

Candidates clash on Labor emissions plan

Mr Thomson has challenged Mr Repacholi's assurance that "no Hunter mines" would be affected by the party's policy.

Newcastle Herald · May 4, 2022

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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.

AAP · May 4, 2022

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 · May 3, 2022

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.

The Conversation · May 1, 2022

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 · May 1, 2022

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

"We are working more for less and less"

Newcastle Herald · May 1, 2022

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 · Apr 29, 2022

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

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

Newcastle Herald · Apr 29, 2022

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 · Apr 29, 2022

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 · Apr 28, 2022

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 · Apr 28, 2022

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 · Apr 28, 2022

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Newcastle Herald · Apr 27, 2022

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 · Apr 27, 2022

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 · Apr 26, 2022

Hunter school teachers prepare to strike on May 4

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

Newcastle Herald · Apr 26, 2022

Soul Pattinson buys out Hunter firm Ampcontrol

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

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Newcastle Herald · Apr 24, 2022

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 · Apr 20, 2022

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 · Apr 20, 2022

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".

Newcastle Herald · Apr 19, 2022

Labor and Coalition trade blows over Hunter coal and emissions reduction

Canavan, Conroy, clash over coal

Newcastle Herald · Apr 19, 2022

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 · Apr 19, 2022

President of Hunter-based TROG Cancer Research wins major award

He was recognised for an international trial focused on stomach cancer

Newcastle Herald · Apr 16, 2022

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."

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