Category: Newcastle News
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MILLIONS OF DOLLARS ADDED TO PORT STEPHENS KOALA BREEDING PROGRAM
There’s been a significant boost to efforts to save an Aussie icon in the Hunter. A local philanthropist, donating $1-million to the Port Stephens Koala Hospital, on the same day it was officially opened after a two-year delay.
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PORT STEPHENS KOALA HOSPITAL OPENS
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MAN FACES COURT OVER ROBBERY CHARGES
A man arrested following a dramatic stand-off with police in Newcastle, today faced court on a string of robbery charges. Jesse Nikolovski was wanted by detectives after he allegedly stole almost $80,000 from several Hunter pubs.
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NEW DESTINATIONS TO BE ADDED TO DEPARTURE BOARDS AT NEWCASTLE AIRPORT NEXT MONTH
As passenger numbers return to normal at regional airports, new flights will soon be added to Newcastle’s arrival and departure boards. The airport, getting direct links to more popular tourist spots – thanks to the country’s newest airline.
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LAKE MACQUARIE FISH KILL GROWING LARGER
A fish kill in southern Lake Macquarie is larger than first thought, with locals putting the number of deaths in the thousands. More fish washed up over the weekend… an investigation into the cause is still underway.
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HELP NEEDED FOR DRESS FOR SUCCESS
There’s power in a great outfit – it can boost confidence, create an impression – and for the women helped by charity Dress for Success, it can even change lives. The organisation styles and supports women looking for employment, but now the Newcastle branch needs help itself to keep the doors open. GO FUND ME
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RISE IN THE NUMBER OF FERAL DEER SIGHTINGS IN THE HUNTER
Lake Macquarie Council is taking action after a rise in feral deer sightings. It’s partnered with a university to assess the extent of the problem – amid concerns they’re impacting native species.
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UNATTENDED CANDLE DESTROYS NEWCASTLE HOME
Fire and Rescue NSW crews determined that a candle left unattended on a verandah caused a fire that destroyed a home in Newcastle on Sunday. The candle set fire to a couch after being blown over by the wind before the blaze quickly spread to the kitchen and loungeroom of the Caldwell Street home. Smoke…
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HUNDREDS OF DEAD FISH FOUND AT LAKE MACQUARIE
Hundreds of dead fish have washed up on the southern shore of Lake Macquarie. Launching an investigation into the incident at Mannering Park – the environmental watchdog is not ruling out pollution as a potential cause.
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NEWCASTLE BALLERINA HANDPICKED BY PRESTIGIOUS BALLET SCHOOL
A young Newcastle ballerina is preparing for the experience of a lifetime – securing a spot at a prestigious dance academy. 15-year-old Matia Ingrey is one of just two dancers to receive the scholarship – which could open up a world of opportunities.