Tag: newcastle
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CALLS FOR LIGHT RAIL TO REMAIN ON RAIL CORRIDOR
A small but passionate group of Newcastle residents came together this morning, to send a message to the state government about the proposed light rail route. The group staged a rally, calling for the project to remain on the rail corridor, rather than go down Hunter Street, as planned. “We want them to listen to the…
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50 CANNABIS PLANTS UNCOVERED IN MAYFIELD SEARCH
A 66-year-old man is assisting police with their inquiries, after they uncovered a drug house in Mayfield this afternoon. During their search officers seized around 50 cannabis plants, which were found in three rooms of the property. This is the third drug house uncovered by police this week, with one at Wallsend discovered on Monday and another…
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STUDENTS TAKE CENTRE STAGE AT STAR STRUCK
After months of rehearsals, the curtain has finally been raised on this year’s Star Struck extravaganza. The first show was held today, featuring almost 4,000 students from across the Hunter and Central Coast. This year’s theme centred around ‘Our Heroes’. The show continues tonight and tomorrow at Newcastle Entertainment Centre. (AUDIO IN PARTS)
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RUGBY MATES SLEEPING ROUGH FOR SOUL CAFE
Newcastle’s Soul Cafe serves up around 900 meals a week to the disadvantaged and homeless, but with winter upon us, demand for its services is on the rise. The charity is now preparing for a major fundraiser, with two local rugby players going above and beyond for the cause. If you would like to donate…
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NEWCASTLE WINS UNDER 21 NSW NETBALL CROWN
Hunter sides have plenty to smile about after netball’s State Championships in Newcastle. While Manly-Warringah won the open division, the hosts collected the under-21 crown… and went oh-so-close in another category.
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ENGINEERING GROUP CALLS FOR CHANGES TO LIGHT RAIL ROUTE
State Member for Newcastle Tim Crakanthorp has once again called on the Baird Government to change the proposed light rail route. It comes as a national engineering lobby group weighs in on the debate, calling for the project to follow the existing corridor. You can read the full statement from Transport for NSW Newcastle Coordinator…
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HUNTER BUSINESS CHAMBER WEIGHS IN ON LIGHT RAIL DEBATE
The Hunter Business Chamber has formally weighed in on Newcastle’s light rail debate. In a submission to the state government, it says parking and traffic issues need to be addressed now – and shouldn’t be an afterthought.
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DAVID COMPTON TO RUN FOR LIBERALS IN NEWCASTLE
Meanwhile, the Liberal Party today announced its candidate for the seat of Newcastle. However, its contenders for Shortland and Hunter are yet to be revealed… and many are predicting the ALP will sweep the region.
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NEWCASTLE’S FIRST RADIO-CONTROLLED YACHT REGATTA SETS SAIL
There’ll be a new sight on Newcastle Harbour this weekend, when the first radio-controlled yacht regatta sets sail. It’s hoped the tiny boats will become a regular fixture on the working harbour.
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CITY HALL CLOCK SHINES RED FOR THE SALVOS
A Newcastle icon has taken on a new look, with City Hall’s clock tower shining a bright shade of red. It’s to support the Salvation Army’s annual Red Shield Appeal, which culminates in a doorknock – held on the 28th and 29th of this month. The appeal aims to raise $8-million nationally. (VISION ONLY)