Category: Newcastle News
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SESAME ST CIRCUS BRINGS OUT ALL THE SMILES IN NEWCASTLE
We’ve spent the best part of two years bunkered down. But, Novocastrians are slowly making up for lost time, spending their weekend at exciting live events… from colourful circuses, to elegant dinners.
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PREVENTION MEASURES BACK IN SPOTLIGHT
They’ve been tried and tested before – but now GPS ankle bracelets for those accused of domestic violence are back in the spotlight. It comes as many in the Newcastle community, call for more focus on prevention measures.
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NOVOCASTRIANS DIG DEEP FOR CHARITY
This week’s wet weather hasn’t deterred some spirited Hunter fundraisers. From cycling for hours at a time, to embarking on a trek through the Northern Territory… Novocastrians have come up with hundreds of thousands of dollars, for those who need it most.
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PORT STEPHENS INNER LIGHT TURNS 150
A historical maritime moment has been recreated today at Nelson Headland in Port Stephens with the lighting of a guiding lamp, 150 years after it was first illuminated. The re-enactment of the milestone at Marine Rescue Port Stephens Headquarters was to commemorate the duties of William Glove, the first light keeper. William’s great, great grandson…
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NEW PROGRAM AT HUNTER ASPECT SCHOOL
For many school leavers, finding a job can be challenging – and even more so for those with a disability. People on the autism spectrum are under-represented in the workforce, but a new program at the Hunter’s Aspect School is looking to change that.
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PROGRAM GETTING STUDENTS WITH AUTISM INTO WORKFORCE
For many school leavers, finding a job can be challenging – and even more so for those with a disability. People on the autism spectrum are under-represented in the workforce, but a new program at the Hunter’s Aspect School is looking to change that.
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HUNTER NURSES AND MIDWIVES STRIKE FOR THE SECOND TIME IN SIX WEEKS
That rallying cry from nurses and midwives across New South Wales has again echoed in Newcastle. Nurses and midwives from across the Hunter, calling for more resources for local hospitals.
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HUNTER REACTS TO BUDGET 2022
The Hunter landed some big ticket items in the budget, with a cash splash for a hydrogen hub. But there’s disappointment in the local aged care sector, still grappling with covid-fuelled staff shortages.
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NEWCASTLE AIPORT WELCOMES FIRST DIRECT FLIGHT FROM ADELAIDE
The first direct flight from Adelaide has touched down in Newcastle… bringing tourists keen to experience the best of the Hunter. It’s a sign of things to come ahead of the busy Easter period, with hopes it could become a daily service.
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OFFICERS EVICT SEVERAL INDIGENOUS FAMILIES
Sheriffs officers have evicted several indigenous families from a group of units in Carrington, owned by the Awabakal Land Council. One local elder says she’s heartbroken and homeless, the families have now pitched tents outside the property.