Councillor says Lake community has been 'dudded' by Myuna Bay inaction Jason Pauling says the community is frustrated by the lack of action. Newcastle Herald · Aug 21
Australian Human Rights Commission investigates racial discrimination complaint against NSW government Investigation comes after South Asian Muslim and caste-oppressed Hindu community representatives lodged formal complaint The Guardian - AU · Apr 5
'Stealth' land claim law parked after Indigenous uproar Labor has shelved changes to crown land aimed at protecting fire stations and marinas from Aboriginal claims after being accused of "scaremongering". AAP · Mar 24
Drones, lasers, daytime attractions to reignite Vivid Vivid's incoming director is promising this year's spectacular kaleidoscope-of-colour celebration will be the best-attended multi-arts festival in the world. AAP · Mar 11
‘The most important part is the vibe’: Bate Bay named Australia’s best beach Tourism Australia beach ambassador Brad Farmer says the coastline south of Sydney airport ‘ticked pretty much every box’ The Guardian - AU · Feb 26
Man charged over Australia Day threat to mosque A man accused of posting threats and inciting violence against minority groups on Australia Day has been charged over an "abhorrent" message. AAP · Jan 24
Residents want government cemetery plan dead and buried Government claims a new Sydney necropolis built on a public golf course could even be a cemetery for the stars but communities in the city's west are dubious. AAP · Oct 18, 2025
The 2025 ARIA Awards Are Taking Place This November So Here’s What You Need To Know The 2025 ARIA Awards are here! Find out how to watch, what time it all starts, and which Aussie and international celebs will be there. Pedestrian.tv · Aug 10, 2025
Car parks, empty lots for homes as tardy audit defended Sites left vacant for decades will be converted into well-located homes as the latest batch of surplus NSW-owned sites is released to fix the housing crisis. AAP · Sep 23, 2024
'Gaslit': Minister responds to petition against basketball stadium site The petition attracted 1500 signatures. Newcastle Herald · Sep 10, 2024
Catholic cemetery control secured despite duopoly fear The Catholic Church's control of a large share of a lucrative burial business has been locked in under legislation pushed through parliament. AAP · Jun 19, 2024
12 dumped cars, two tonnes of asbestos cleared in bushland blitz The clean-up cost was $120,000. Newcastle Herald · May 24, 2024
'Decision to be made' about sale of NSW public land More than 300 NSW properties have been earmarked for possible development after an audit of government land launched to relieve the housing crisis. AAP · Feb 20, 2024
State commits $41m to clean up Truegain, Waratah Gasworks sites The government has locked in funding for the old industrial sites. Newcastle Herald · Nov 8, 2023
Newcastle Herald · Aug 9, 2023 'This is a setback': Lobby groups say Crakanthorp investigation must not derail Hunter Park Calls for government to 'decouple' private rezoning proposals from Hunter Park.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 4, 2023 Tim Crakanthorp’s chief of staff reported his boss’s failure to disclose property holdings Guardian Australia understands the Newcastle MP’s chief of staff, Elliot Stein, raised concerns with the premier, Chris Minns
The Guardian - AU · Aug 3, 2023 Multibillion-dollar Newcastle redevelopment under review after NSW minister sacked Cabinet office to review projects in region after premier told parliament he had concerns Tim Crakanthorp may have acted for ‘private interests’
Newcastle Herald · Jul 3, 2023 Hope grows for Hunter Park after six years of fruitless planning Committee for the Hunter says the project was heading for a below-par outcome.
Newcastle Herald · Jul 2, 2023 Hunter Park strategy 'under review' as Labor government marks 100 days The proposed Broadmeadow sports and entertainment precinct has been stuck in neutral for six years.
Newcastle Herald · Jun 16, 2023 Crakanthorp still 'knocking on minister's door' to see Hunter Park business case The Broadmeadow redevelopment has been on Infrastructure Australia's priority list since 2021.
AAP · Jun 16, 2023 Broken promise accusation as kids sport vouchers change Higher-income families will be excluded from a kids' sport and arts program to ease costs on NSW taxpayers, leading to accusations of a broken promise.
Newcastle Herald · Jun 12, 2023 160 square metres: new McDonald Jones Stadium screens 'a game-changer' They are expected to be switched on for the start of next NRL season.
AAP · May 23, 2023 OneCrown administrator discovered sacking via radio An administrator handling the troubled NSW cemetery sector has claimed she found out she had been sacked after receiving a phone call from a radio producer.
AAP · May 18, 2023 Cemeteries to merge after audit on Sydney grave space Three embattled state-owned cemetery managers in Sydney will be merged as Muslims and those of some Orthodox faiths face running out of graves in three years.
The New Daily · May 10, 2023 Stricter penalties for violent behaviour at sports Violent spectators at NSW sporting events could face tougher penalties as the government explores ways to protect volunteers and referees at community fixtures.