The Latest Breaking News from Mark Brooker

Potholes or politics: has Newcastle council got its priorities straight?

Councillor argues agenda looks more like a 'Hansard transcript'.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 3

Parking pinch under review as Newcastle council aims to tackle city squeeze

Is Newcastle short on parking or managing it poorly?

Newcastle Herald · Jul 28

Council takes the plunge: $2 pool entry survives despite budget squeeze

$2 pool entry locked in, cheaper Lambton swims approved.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 16

Election results declared: the new faces joining council

Six new faces will join Newcastle council.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 1, 2024

'Back to basics': Our Newcastle independents pledge a fresh start for council

Kerridge's Our Newcastle independents make bid for council seats.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 9, 2024

'Divisive grab': political chaos as council election race heats up

Candidates trade barbs over preferences.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 3, 2024

Lib candidates consider legal action after blunder ruins election hopes

'I am deeply saddened and struggling to find any clear answers.'

Newcastle Herald · Aug 15, 2024

New Lambton rally at Wallarah and Blackley ovals opposes new basketball stadium

A residents meeting on Saturday voiced concern for the multi-million-dollar project.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 10, 2024

Ross Kerridge announces independent team for council election

The group is pitching 'change' and 'building community'.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 2, 2024

'Mind-boggling': pool users react to council's handling of tender process

'If there isn't anything to hide, why was it handled this way?'

Newcastle Herald · Jul 12, 2023