The Latest Breaking News from Peter Lorimer

At Glenbawn, it's all about that bass

"We have a lot of fun - it's a great atmosphere and you catch up and put your work stresses aside - but you're fishing in an ultimate test of the best anglers in Australia."

Newcastle Herald · Oct 21, 2022

Pilot remains in serious condition after crash as investigation continues

David Jardine suffered burns to about 80 per cent of his body in the crash at Luskintyre on Monday afternoon.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 20, 2022

Pilot burned in Luskintyre plane crash did 'extraordinary job'

A man who suffered burns to about 80 per cent of his body when an aircraft exploded and crashed near Maitland this week has been described as an experienced pilot who is popular in the aviation community.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 18, 2022

Forklift driver to world champion: English boxer down under to defend title

The 28-year-old Birmingham product is in Newcastle to defend his IBO light middleweight title.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 6, 2022

Tszyu expects swing of support to Novocastrian fighter Dryden

The fight is one of 20 No Limit Boxing is holding in Newcastle on Saturday.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 6, 2022

Man found dead after helicopter crash at Maitland

A man has died after a fatal helicopter crash in the Hunter on Thursday.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 6, 2022

Hunter anglers gear up for $10k bass comp on Lake Glenbawn

Graham Ford and Al McNamara took the Newcastle Herald for a competition pre-fish

Newcastle Herald · Oct 4, 2022

Hundreds gather to cheer on Knights' NRLW team

From five-year-old Stella Brown to veteran Knights supporter Robyn Sanderson, Newcastle's NRLW team are superstars who can do no wrong.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 2, 2022

Festival repaints the city in a new light

The threat of rain did not deter artists who created a series of stunning murals in Newcastle over the weekend as part of the Big Picture Fest. "There is a buzz on the street and we are very proud of that," festival director Kat Skoumbas said. "There are a lot…

Newcastle Herald · Oct 2, 2022

Knights back teenage halfback Jesse Southwell to fire in finals football

The 17-year-old playmaker will guide the Knights against the Dragons on Sunday.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 22, 2022