The Latest Breaking News from Hunter

Search and rescue: the jobs that kept Hunter crews busy on the water

One local unit fielded the most rescue call-outs in the state.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 17, 2024

Hunter floating wind farm attracts fraction of Gippsland applications

Floating turbines are a fledgling technology in the industry.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 10, 2024

Investor says Victorian 'setback' shows benefits of Hunter wind farms

'You've got a bloody fantastic port there already.'

Newcastle Herald · Jan 9, 2024

How many houses do Newcastle and Hunter MPs own?

Only three own just one home.

Newcastle Herald · Dec 27, 2023

Holiday travel headache as traffic banks up at bottlenecks

Driving today? Here's a snapshot of what's happening in the Hunter.

Newcastle Herald · Dec 27, 2023

Community raises concerns about Hunter Transmission Project

EnergyCo received almost 300 submissions about the Hunter Transmission Project

Newcastle Herald · Dec 22, 2023

Hunter projects in the running for $2 billion hydrogen booster shot

Hunter hydrogen projects on national shortlist for $2billion funding.

Newcastle Herald · Dec 21, 2023

Hunter punters still flying despite cost of living, where are they going?

Despite cost of living, Hunter residents are still finding the time and money for a holiday.

Newcastle Herald · Dec 20, 2023

Teen's cheers and backflip after bashing elderly man near library

The victim was violently assaulted on a Hunter street in broad daylight.

Newcastle Herald · Dec 20, 2023

Casa Susanna photo book is testament to resilience and power of the LGBTQ+ community

In the 1950s and 60s, Casa Susanna acted as an oasis of relaxation, connection and freedom for the transgender community

Digital Camera World · Dec 18, 2023