The Latest Breaking News from Hunter

No shortcuts when assessing Hunter power options

"It's crucial we look at all opportunities for the Hunter's future with an open mind"

Newcastle Herald · Jan 11, 2024

'It's in the blood': monitoring birds in Hexham Swamp, as rare stork flies

BIRDWATCHING: Pillow, the banded black-neck stork juvenile is a first fledge for Hunter

Newcastle Herald · Jan 11, 2024

Forget pickleball, croquet is the underground sport taking over the Hunter

Prepare to a contest of tactics and skill.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 11, 2024

'Storm lotto': farmers face deceiving conditions in Upper Hunter drought

Upper Hunter farmers say they need more rain, despite recent storms

Newcastle Herald · Jan 7, 2024

Stay afloat: first jet ski safety campaign of 2024 hits Hunter

Riders new and old will be educated on safety and rules.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 5, 2024

Millions of dollars in Hunter's unspent Active Kids vouchers

Despite higher rates of childhood obesity, Hunter families are using fewer sports vouchers.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 5, 2024

'Wheelies', riding on footpaths and speeding: police track down unlicensed trail bike teen

Motorists are fed up with unregistered trail bike riders on Hunter roads.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 4, 2024

Man charged over spree of armed hold-ups at Hunter service stations

Police arrested the man in Sydney.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 3, 2024

Early start to Hunter Valley wine vintage as picking commences

'It's the best I've seen it. It just looks so good.'

Newcastle Herald · Jan 3, 2024

No plans for more selective schools in region marred by 'growing pains'

Just three of NSW's 17 fully academically selective high schools are outside greater Sydney.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 2, 2024