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A 100 YEAR OLD WINGHAM WIDOW RECEIVES HEARTFELT DRIVE-BY BIRTHDAY SURPRISE
A 100-year-old Wingham widow says she was lost for words after being surprised with a special drive-by birthday party. Her family weren’t going to let social distancing restrictions spoil the momentous occasion.
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BEAUTY INDUSTRY TO RE-OPEN
The state government has announced the beauty industry will be allowed to re-open from June 1, in line with eased COVID-19 restrictions. New South Wales Health Minister, Brad Hazzard, says this includes make-up services, nail salons, spas, tanning and waxing services. All businesses must comply social distancing rules, strict hygiene and complying with the 1 person…
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KURRI MAN ARRESTED OVER WEAPONS, ASSAULT OFFENCES
A Hunter man, wanted over three outstanding warrants, was arrested at Kurri Kurri yesterday afternoon. Police spoke to the resident of a home on Edward Street just after 4 o’clock, when they noticed a man run away. Police followed on foot and arrested the 25-year-old. It’s alleged during the arrest the man became violent, and…
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CARDIFF CRASH CAUGHT ON CAMERA
Home security cameras have captured a dramatic crash at a notorious Newcastle intersection. An inexperienced driver lost control rounding a bend – careering into a young family’s living room.
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KNIGHTS TO REMEMBER EPISODE 2
Knights to Remember is a new Rugby League series exploring the players, the stories and the fans. From the highs to the lows, we take a look back at the team with so much history and pride. Enjoy some of the Newcastle Knights best moments and relive with the players who’ve given their all for…
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LOCAL FOOTBALL A STEP CLOSER TO KICK OFF
The round ball game is also set to make a comeback next week, with clubs to return to training from Wednesday. “Clubs will be able to train in groups of 10, including the coach, so nine players and the coach and there will be a limit of four groups of 10 per pitch, so it…
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SPEEDWAY CHAMP CHASING POLAND PODIUMS
Hunter speedway rider Jason Doyle has gone into quarantine in Poland ahead of the sport’s European return there next month. With a new team, he’s facing a tight turnaround to be ready for one of the toughest competitions on two wheels.
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WOMAN INJURED IN CRASH WEST OF GUNNEDAH
A woman was flown to hospital late this afternoon after a car crash west of Gunnedah. The 40-year-old was treated at the scene by an aircraft doctor and critical care paramedic, after the single-vehicle accident on the Kamilaroi Highway. She was taken to Tamworth’s Rural Referral Hospital in a stable condition.
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THE HUNTER’S DIVERSIFIED EXPORT MARKET MAY SAVE IT FROM CHINA’S COAL RESTRICTIONS
Reports that China has told its state-owned power plants to stop buying Australian coal has sparked fears about an escalation in trade tensions. While the government is seeking clarification, any such move would not have a widespread effect on the Hunter, as reporter Madison Scott explains.
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KMART RECALLS CHOCOLATE EASTER EGGS
Kmart is recalling two types of chocolate Easter eggs over fears they may contain plastic. The solid/filled egg bag (360 grams) and the caramel egg bag (160 grams) were sold in store and online across the country. Food Standards Australia and New Zealand says consumers should not eat either product and they should return them…