The Latest Breaking News from Newcastle West

Is that a plastic bag in the drain? No, that's a jellyfish

WATCH: Jelly blubber tours Newcastle West.

Newcastle Herald · Feb 1, 2024

One person injured in crash at major Newcastle West intersection

Traffic was affected while emergency services worked.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 15, 2023

Joannou credits family for surviving cancer and heart attack

"I was just forced to stop and think about death"

Newcastle Herald · Sep 25, 2023

Sydney's Akasha Brewing hops into The Edwards

NEWCASTLE'S rapidly growing reputation as a craft beer hot spot will continue in 2023 with Akasha Brewing Company announcing plans to take over The Edwards. The Five Dock-based independent brewery will continue operating the popular Newcastle West venue as a restaurant and bar, but also has plans to build a…

Newcastle Herald · Jan 1, 2023

Last gasp for city's infamous 'stink pipe'

An icon or a stinking eyesore - regardless of your perspective, the Hunter's largest and longest-running wastewater pump station at Newcastle West is about to undergo a multi-million dollar upgrade.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 25, 2022

Busy, busy October long weekend

Along with the usual array of markets and gigs, the city of Newcastle will be have a spring its step with several events connected to the New Annual creative festival, including the Little Festival of street and the Big Picture mural festival.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 30, 2022

Wheels in motion on new bike track linking Adamstown with city's west-end

A new bike track from Adamstown Station to Newcastle West is in the works with the help of $110,000 from the state government.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 8, 2022

High-rise boom 'the new normal' as Newcastle West plan unveiled

One Hunter developer says the Newcastle high-rise boom has evolved into the new normal.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 1, 2022