Category: Newcastle News
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Calls for State government to address the housing crisis in Port Stephens
Dozens gathered today in Port Stephens to call on the State government to address the housing crisis in the region. They want to see two sites it owns, given a fresh lease on life as temporary accommodation.
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Port Stephens businesses lacking staff ahead of school holidays
The promise of a damp school break isn’t putting off holidaymakers, with some Port Stephens accommodation providers close to booked out. Despite COVID restrictions being dialled right down, the $700 million tourist economy is still in desperate need of staff.
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Newcastle takes part in the National Day of Mourning
In the Hunter, the public holiday was generally a quieter affair than that in the major cities. Except at Fort Scratchley of course, where a gun salute took place… ringing out across Newcastle.
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Kurri Kurri blaze deemed ‘not suspicious’ by firefighters
A couple and a young family are counting the cost of a devastating overnight fire at Kurri Kurri. The blaze spread to a home after starting in the roof of a neighbouring Thai restaurant, on the new owners’ first night of trade.
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Trio trapped in fast-moving floodwaters near Dungog
Fast moving floodwaters near Dungog in the Hunter trapped two women and a boy in their car this morning. They were rescued by a quick-thinking police officer, who has been recommended for a bravery award.
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Shoal Bay bartender avoids jail for selling cocaine
A Hunter bartender caught selling cocaine to patrons while off-duty has avoided jail. The 42-year-old is now back working at the popular Shoal Bay watering hole, where he was busted by police.
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Hundreds rally seeking better pay and conditions at UoN, TAFE
The Hunter is headed for an education crisis, according to tertiary sector unions. From TAFE to university campuses, today teachers walked off the job, saying conditions and pay aren’t keeping up with workloads.
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Major development approved for Lake Macquarie’s ‘Trinity Point’
A hidden gem on the shores of Lake Macquarie is set for revamp… with a potential pricetag of half a BILLION dollars. Trinity Point has been approved to house an 188-port marina, but it’s just the start of a local developer’s plans.
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Upper Hunter businessman spared prison term
An Upper Hunter businessman has been spared a prison term for his role in a drug supply ring. Hamish Le Poer Trench was arrested following a $12,000 cocaine deal – with the drugs set to be sold at a major event.
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Van Gogh’s artworks seen like never before in Newcastle
He’s one of the most famous names in the art world – now Novocastrians have the chance to see his work in a very unique way. The Van Gogh Alive Exhibition opens in the city tomorrow, and today NBN News was given an exclusive sneak peek.