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The incredible stories behind half-a-century of rescue helicopter

For 50 years, the buzz of the Westpac helicopter has brought comfort.

Newcastle Herald

'Not fair': nurses furious as paid parking reinstated amid COVID wave

Nurses say they must pay for parks that aren't there, while shift workers are being told to catch buses.

Newcastle Herald

Newcastle leaves lasting impression as it bids Clipper fleet bon voyage

Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club's support hailed as "amazing."

Newcastle Herald

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Why jet ski riders are facing fines at Port Stephens, Lake Macquarie

Penalties and warnings were dished out to rule-breakers.

Newcastle Herald

'Ignorance not malice': safety blitz waters down jet ski offending

How the Hunter fared in jet ski safety campaign.

Newcastle Herald

Oakvale owner speaks out after man charged for throwing hen to alligator

Betty White, a silkie hen, was a surrogate mum to other chicks.

Newcastle Herald

Clipper yacht race puts wind in Newcastle's sails as coastal destination

"It's reminding the world that we're a world-class destination."

Newcastle Herald

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

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

Newcastle Herald

Absolutely chockers: lifeguards warn beachgoers in busy summer season

Lake Mac lifeguards have undertaken 99 rescues since December 1.

Newcastle Herald

'It's devastating': Lake Mac turtles left to die after vessel strikes

Jet ski licences in NSW have gone up by 36 per cent since 2020.

Newcastle Herald

2023: the year that was on a plate

Restaurants opened, some closed, and staffing remains a problem.

Newcastle Herald

Erratic jet ski riders put dolphins, seals, seagrass 'at risk'

How to look after marine life while having fun on the water.

Newcastle Herald

Blustery day sees thrill seekers make the most of windy weather

Enjoy the sun while you can before the weather takes a turn.

Newcastle Herald

'Every one of those deaths is a person': 35 lost on Hunter roads in 2023

Police see the impact, and are committed to driving that number down.

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'I was dumbfounded': Beachgoer's horror at jet ski swan strike

A Nelson Bay skipper says the water sport's popularity is affecting marine life.

Newcastle Herald

Out with a bang: how Newcastle marked New Year's Eve at the foreshore

Crowds swelled along the Newcastle Foreshore for the 9pm fireworks.

Newcastle Herald

PHOTOS: Fireworks light up harbour as Newcastle marks end of 2023

New Year's Eve 2023 celebrations in Newcastle.

Newcastle Herald

What made headlines in Newcastle and the Hunter in 2023?

From sinkholes and hail storms, to tragedy and heartbreak. It was a year like no other.

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Beaches fill for sunny penultimate day of 2023, but new year showers in the forecast

Organisers have contingencies in place if poor weather impacts new year fireworks.

Newcastle Herald

Mother's emergency nightmare as holiday traffic gridlock grips bay

'It's like the whole of Australia comes to the bay at one time.'

Newcastle Herald

'The emotional trauma carries on': help arrives as Hunter coast claims lives

A string of drownings and mass rescues has taken its toll.

Newcastle Herald

Plea from frustrated lifeguards as swimmers swarm beaches, need rescuing

PHOTOS | Newcastle beaches were flooded with people escaping the heat.

Newcastle Herald

'We just want them to be safe and not die': Frantic bid to save Gaza family

The war in Gaza is having a real impact on one Newcastle family.

Newcastle Herald

How to get support after devastating Abermain fire

Fire recovery efforts will be detailed at community meetings.

Newcastle Herald

'Everyone is really down': emotional scenes at Palestine protest

'I think there were lots of hopes the UN would bring a ceasefire.'

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