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Photos: Put Your Foot Down walk brings a sea of purple to foreshore

There seemed to be purple everywhere. Here is why it was a sign of hope for many.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 19

'Daddy, are you playing robots?': Not all heroes wear capes; this Hunter dad carries a sword

Ryan Hungerford is a real knight in shining armour. But to his son, Arlo, he's Dad.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 6

Photos | All the photos of Onam celebrations in the Hunter

It was vibrant, all-day celebration and feast of colour, culture and cuisine.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 29

'Save my son': detained Hunter activists mother pleads for his safe return

Zack Schofield has been beyond contact since Tuesday when he was taken into custody by Israel's naval forces for the second time.

Newcastle Herald · May 20

Harbour protest will proceed despite activist lockout, organisers say

Rising Tide has been dealt another blow against its planned harbour blockade

Newcastle Herald · Nov 16, 2024

Vinyl collectors go elbows deep in search of treasure at Hunter Record Fair

This year's second iteration of the Hunter Record Fair was a day for the audiophiles.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 9, 2024

'There's a long way to go': Amid the joy, Newcastle fair reminds us why we need Pride

LGBTQ+ acceptance has come a long way, but there is a long way to go.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 19, 2024

All the photos: A glamorous 'Knight' for NRLW award celebrations

See who's wearing what at the NRLW awards.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 8, 2024

Bittersweet relief for families as Samaritans daycares saved at 11th hour

Two formerly not-for-profit daycares in Newcastle and Woodberry will remain open.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 4, 2024

Pursuit lasted 36 seconds before Holden crashed a Honda

Police searched the boot and found a sawn-off shotgun.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 25, 2024