Tag: newcastle
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DASHCAM CAPTURES HIT AND RUN IN NEWCASTLE
Shocking footage has emerged of a hit and run in Newcastle. A dashcam captured the moment a Holden Rodeo hit a cyclist, at the intersection of Darby and Parry streets just after 5pm yesterday. A man can be seen jumping out of another car, and chasing the Rodeo on foot. Dashcam owner Steve Meldrum promptly…
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INDUSTRY OPINION ON DRAFT WATER PLAN SOUGHT
The New South Wales Government is looking to secure water availability along the state’s north coast. It’s unveiled a new draft water-sharing plan would regulate water extraction and trading at 14 groundwater sources between the Tweed and Newcastle. It would ensure water can always be accessed by agriculture and industry. If introduced, the plan would…
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WEARY “SHE’S THE CULPRIT” CREW GLAD TO BE HOME
There were a few weary souls in Newcastle today, as the crew of Sydney to Hobart competitor “She’s the Culprit” packed up, after encountering wild weather during the trip home. The 13-metre yacht reached Constitution Dock on New Years Eve, finishing 61st.
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RAIN EASING ACROSS THE HUNTER
Heavy rain across the Hunter is easing, but the SES is still urging people to take care when driving around rivers and to avoid driving through flood water. Across New South Wales, the organisation received 2,136 calls for help, with the majority of jobs relating to roof damage and inundation. 625 of those were in…
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UPDATE: RESCUES AND EVACUATIONS ACROSS NEWCASTLE & HUNTER
More than 25 people have been rescued and properties have been evacuated at Newcastle as heavy rainfall continues. Six streets in Raymond Terraces have been issued evacuation orders, with the SES warning people to avoid the area unless absolutely necessary. Evacuation notices were issued last night in Dungog, but residents have since returned home. A…
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NEWCASTLE PARAGLIDER ESCAPES INJURY AFTER FALL
A paraglider has been lucky to escape with only minor injuries after falling several metres before hitting a wall at the Newcastle beach skate park. The man was taken to hospital for a check up, as a precaution.
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THOUSANDS ENJOY NEW YEARS EVE CELEBRATIONS ACROSS NEWCASTLE AND THE HUNTER
More than 25,000 people gathered in the Honeysuckle precinct last night to ring in the new year. The 9pm fireworks was the highlight of festivities in the city, but celebrations weren’t limited to the harbour. Wood Street was closed off near the Cambridge Hotel, where about 2,000 people gathered to enjoy a street party and…
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HUNTER YEAR IN REVIEW DEVELOPMENT
This week we’re looking back on some of the stories that mattered here in the Hunter over 2015. The year has been a challenging one for many industries – coal, manufacturing and shipbuilding to name a few. But the wheels of progress still rolled on and in Newcastle the seeds of change began to sprout.
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COUNCILS MEET TO DISCUSS PROPOSED MERGER
Senior executives from Newcastle and Port Stephens councils have met to discuss the proposed merger – part of the Premier’s plan to dramatically reduce the number of local councils. The Newcastle and Port Stephens executives acknowledged the importance of keeping staff informed throughout what is expected to be a lengthy process. Both parties say they are…
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TRUCK EXPLODES INTO FLAMES ON PACIFIC HIGHWAY
Some quick has helped by a motorist has potentially saved the life of a truck driver on the Pacific Highway near Karuah this afternoon. Andrew Scott noticed smoke coming from a semi-trailer he was following north of Newcastle. The heavy vehicle mechanic managed to get the truck driver’s attention moments before the trucks cab exploded. Crews…