The Latest Breaking News from Hunter

'Dire straits': Hunter farmers rush to offload stock as drought tightens its grip

Bureau of Meteorology predicts a scorching summer ahead.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 20, 2023

Sensational local drops showcased at Hunter Valley Boutique Winemakers Show

An aroma of reds and whites filled the shed at Maitland Showground on Monday and Tuesday.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 19, 2023

Woman guilty of commercial meth supply says she was coerced into trade

Marife Farnham and her partner Noel Bautista sold methylamphetamine in the Hunter region while being monitored by police in 2021.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 18, 2023

'A privilege for the nation': yes votes, no votes and a campaign cow

As voting closes take a look at how people spent referendum day across the Hunter.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 14, 2023

How Sydney's waste is rehabilitating Hunter mines

Sydney Water produces about 180,000 tonnes of biosolids per year.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 14, 2023

Why a Hunter Aboriginal elder changed his mind about the Voice?

Laurie Perry says better engagement is the key to Closing the Gap.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 13, 2023

Bus crash sparks new push for passengers to buckle up

Campaigns emphasising the importance of seatbelts for safety will be rolled out in response to a horrific Hunter Valley bus crash that claimed 10 lives.

AAP · Oct 12, 2023

Extreme fire danger for Hunter as temp tipped to hit 34 degrees

The Rural Fire Service says bushfire danger in the Hunter is extreme, with hot windy weather forecast.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 11, 2023

Sandy beaches become a kids' playground with Nippers in full swing

Sandy beaches across the Hunter became a playground for kids at the weekend with the Nippers season in full swing.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 8, 2023

Riverlights fest celebrates the best of all of us

Saturday fun on the banks of Hunter River in Maitland.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 6, 2023