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Great train race highlight of Hunter Valley Steamfest

Locomotive 3801, which recently underwent a decade-long restoration, clinched victory in its first appearance at Steamfest since 2007.

Newcastle Herald · Apr 30, 2023

We owe special thanks to the unsung hero behind Nobbys' dawn service

It makes you proud when you witness the awesome crowd.

Newcastle Herald · Apr 28, 2023

Too Liddell too late for those bearing brunt as power station shuts

Can the minister explain where they are going to get work in their near vicinity down the track, or not his problem?

Newcastle Herald · Apr 27, 2023

A bastard's tale worthy of the Anzac legend

Apart from its historical significance, it's a rollicking good yarn.

Newcastle Herald · Apr 24, 2023

The late Doug Mulray's steamiest Newcastle memory laid bare

The late FM radio star's Newcastle roots went deep

Newcastle Herald · Apr 24, 2023

Showcasing the Hunter's clean energy superstars

The series of 10 videos will feature some of the Hunter's most innovative and dynamic clean energy companies and organisations.

Newcastle Herald · Apr 22, 2023

Australia right to tightly restrict vaping

Email [email protected] or send a text message to 0427 154 176 (include name and suburb).

Newcastle Herald · Apr 17, 2023

Skate bowl setback means path is clear to reconnect the Bathers Way

Letters: 'I believe now is the time to open Bathers Way again until construction resumes.'

Newcastle Herald · Apr 11, 2023

Businesses are feeling the pay rise pinch too

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Newcastle Herald · Apr 9, 2023

Wickham police shooting: top cop says two officers 'lucky to be alive'

Two officers stabbed before the fatal shot was fired on Friday remain in John Hunter Hospital.

Newcastle Herald · Apr 6, 2023