Newcastle Herald
Thursday, 9 May 2024
Hunter Transmission Project route reduced by 15 kilometres
Matthew Kelly • 1hr ago
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Iris: Council has been 'evasive' about rebuilding lost car park.
Michael Parris • 2hrs ago
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Part of the EastEnd stage three and four redevelopment site in Newcastle. Picture by Marina Neil
Tom Jackson is Merewether to the core.
James Gardiner • 2hrs ago
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The two day event was held at One Mile Beach.
Sage Swinton
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Sammy Paul, Fredrikke Mundal and Sarah Moore at the 2024 Guns, Hearts and Hoses surf comp. Picture by Peter Lorimer
The property will go to auction on June 8.
Jade Lazarevic
The former site of Kurt's Coffee Lounge at 3 Devonshire Street in Newcastle West is listed for auction with Street Property agent Andrew Walker. Picture supplied
The furry local made a late entry in the final leg of the race.
Georgina Sebar
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A koala makes last-minute entry into this year's Ironman Australia Triathlon. Picture: Jason Hannah/Facebook
The alleged attacker is at large.
Carla Mascarenhas
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The scene of a stabbing at Crunch Fitness in Alexandria, Sydney, Wednesday, May 8, 2024. (AAP Image/Sam Lock)
Rebecca Mullen's parents 'further from closure' despite pleas.
Anna Falkenmire
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Paul Johns says he was abused over his guide dog.
Michael Parris • 8m ago
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Paul Johns with his former guide dog Keith.
Townson Oval curse finally over for Maitland duo.
James Gardiner • 2hrs ago
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Nick Davidson charges the ball in the Merewether defence in the Blacks' 11-7 win on Saturday. Picture by Marina Neil
Letters: 'Whatever happened to grief?'
Letters to the Editor
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Don't close off funerals as the window for us to grieve our loss
'Winning games and playing good footy always helps.'
Robert Dillon
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Updates on breaking news, traffic and everything across the Hunter.
Newsroom
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Police calling on anyone who witnessed an incident at Teralba last week to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000
Wildfires coach shakes up side for clash with Sydney University
James Gardiner
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'This stance has not been taken lightly.'
Sage Swinton
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Western Suburbs Junior Cricket Club has strongly objected to the proposed new basketball stadium off Turton Road. Picture supplied
The dummy-half his eligible to represent two nations.
Max McKinney
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Knights hooker Phoenix Crossland. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
Country face City in Sydney next Saturday.
Max McKinney
Lewis Hamilton. Picture by Marina Neil
It's believed the girls are travelling on rail towards Sydney.
Alanna Tomazin
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Drug dealer Mark Capati's fingerprints were found on the bags.
Sam Rigney
Newcastle courthouse.
After missing the finals in 2023, the Hawks have been stung into action.
James Gardiner
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It's girl band versus boy band.
Alanna Tomazin
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Year 12 student Harry Martin channelling his inner Justin Timberlake.
The Central Coast man violently attacked two women trying to help.
Connor Pearce
Zayne Taki was sentenced to up to 30 months behind bars after a violent brawl in Wollongong's CBD when he turned on two bystanders trying to help. Picture by ACM

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Hunter Transmission Project route reduced by 15 kilometres
Matthew Kelly • 1hr ago
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US Inflation Reduction Act is killing clean energy investment.
Matthew Kelly
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The seat of Shortland had the highest support for nuclear power
Matthew Kelly
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More than half of residents surveyed by the National Party said they supported nuclear energy in Australia.
Community and clean energy groups want the plant shut down.
Michael Parris
Eraring Power Station is scheduled to close next year. File picture
'Neither of us had any idea that it would all be so fast.'
Anna Houlahan
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An AI-generated photo of Katy Perry even tricked her mother.
Carla Mascarenhas
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An AI-generated image of Katy Perry at the Met Gala has been going viral on social media. Picture: X
A 30 per cent discount has been offered until stock depletes.
Anna Houlahan
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Deeds Brewing signage in Glen Iris, Melbourne. Picture Instagram
'The world has become a darker place for us.'
Anna Houlahan
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Martin, Callum, Debra and Jake Robinson. Picture Instagram
'Library books don't cause harm but bigots do,' MP said.
Anna Houlahan
Cumberland councillor Steve Christou with the cover of Same-sex Parents by Holly Duhig, a book banned under a move by the council. Picture Cumberland City Council Facebook/Amazon
It's girl band versus boy band.
Alanna Tomazin
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The latest foodie news in Newcastle and the Hunter Region.
Lisa Rockman
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Eat, vote ... and you could win a 'foodie' prize.
Lisa Rockman
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 Matt Moran and Courtney Roulston are ambassadors for the 2024 Your Local Club Perfect Plate Awards. Picture supplied
Latitude 32 Wines owners Emma and David White aren't your usual wine couple.
Rick Allen
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Emma White, who co-founder Latitude 32 wines along with her husband David, with operations manager Dylan Dower.
Tom Jackson is Merewether to the core.
James Gardiner • 2hrs ago
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Townson Oval curse finally over for Maitland duo.
James Gardiner • 2hrs ago
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Nick Davidson charges the ball in the Merewether defence in the Blacks' 11-7 win on Saturday. Picture by Marina Neil
'Winning games and playing good footy always helps.'
Robert Dillon
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Knights five-eighth Tyson Gamble. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
The two day event was held at One Mile Beach.
Sage Swinton
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Wildfires coach shakes up side for clash with Sydney University
James Gardiner
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Halfback Nick Murray delivers a pass during the Wildfires' win over Eastwood. Picture by Stewart Hazell
The dummy-half his eligible to represent two nations.
Max McKinney
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Knights hooker Phoenix Crossland. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
Country face City in Sydney next Saturday.
Max McKinney
Lewis Hamilton. Picture by Marina Neil
At this gorgeous retreat you're a million miles from care.
Mike Smith
Get ready for sweeping ocean views from every room.
A stunning resort has just opened on Mexico's Baja California peninsula
Lisbon, and other picket-friendly places to explore in Europe.
Akash Arora
Holidays in Europe can break the bank, but not if you visit these places
The best of the west just got closer.
Ute Junker
But the best is yet to come.
Rob McFarland
A stunning hotel with water views has opened in the heart of Auckland
Shut up and take my money.
Kristie Kellahan
This is the place with the best Korean fried chicken in Seoul
'Are you sure about taking that cab? Do you trust it?'
Akash Arora
Self-driving Waymo cabs are freely roaming the streets of Los Angeles and San Francisco in California, and Phoenix in Arizona.
An extraordinary tree is at the root of many excellent experiences.
Kate Armstrong
Forget Lisbon - this is the Portuguese destination you should be visiting
'This stance has not been taken lightly.'
Sage Swinton
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Susan and Greg Foster want drain pipe put under their property.
Matthew Kelly
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Photo shows Susan and Greg Foster at their Mt Hutton property this week. Inset a freshwater eel from the adjoining Scrubby Creek in 2018. Main picture by Jonathan Carroll.
When Frank arrived in Australia, beers were eight cents.
Sage Swinton
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UK native Frank Bynon became an Australian citizen on Tuesday, 50 years after moving down under. Picture by Marina Neil
The property will go to auction on June 8.
Jade Lazarevic
It is the second-highest price paid for a Newcastle apartment this year.
Jade Lazarevic
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A three-bedroom apartment on the tenth floor of The York complex in Newcastle has sold in an off-market deal for $4.3 million. Picture supplied
The RBA held the cash rate at 4.35 per cent.
Jade Lazarevic
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The Reserve Bank of Australia held the cash rate steady at 4.35 per cent at its May meeting on Tuesday but further increases have not been ruled out. Picture Max Mason Hubers
The five questions you need answered on the RBA decision today.
Jen Melocco
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The site on Croudace Street spans 1,763 square metres.
Jade Lazarevic
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The Church of Christ building at 137 to 141 Croudace Street, New Lambton has sold after hitting the market with Commercial Collective's Isaac Reville and Dane Crawford in March. Picture supplied
It can represent a financial windfall if neighbours work together.
Martin Kelly
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The key to homeowners maximising the financial opportunity presented by rezoning is partnering with neighbours. Pic: Shutterstock
Power bounty ahead: Hunter poised to fill coffers again
Phillip O'Neill
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We are approving too many apartment buildings that aren't going to age well.
Bradly Perrett
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You be the judge: Fabric House (bottom left), The Store (centre), tower blocks in Wickham (top right) and suburban residential buildings.
How friendship can boost your mental wellbeing
Tarnya Davis
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Keeping friends in mind serves us well
Letters: 'Whatever happened to grief?'
Letters to the Editor
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Don't close off funerals as the window for us to grieve our loss
Donald Trump is a notorious climate change sceptic.
Editorial
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Former president and current presidential candidate, Donald Trump. Picture by Shutterstock

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Paul Johns says he was abused over his guide dog.
Michael Parris • 8m ago
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Hunter Transmission Project route reduced by 15 kilometres
Matthew Kelly • 1hr ago
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Holy cow! Revised Hunter Transmission Project route reduces community impacts
Seeing a healthcare provider can be a vulnerable time.
Adrian Kat • 1hr ago
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Patients want to feel comfortable when seeking care. Picture Shutterstock

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King Charles and his wife Camilla have joked with guests at a Buckingham Palace garden party.
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Nicaragua's congress has scrapped a canal concession granted to a Chinese businessman for a project meant to link the country's Atlantic and Pacific coasts.
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Plans for a canal project in Nicaragua sparked major protests in 2014. (EPA PHOTO)
Ukraine's parliament has approved allowing some prisoners to join the military in return for a chance at parole.
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Ukrainian authorities last month lowered the country's draft mobilisation age from 27 to 25. (AP PHOTO)
Travel through the Panama Canal on a ship built for maximum enjoyment.
Emma Brown
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Sit back and see the best of New Zealand on this sweeping rail and coach tour.
Emma Brown
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Queenstown on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Picture Shutterstock
Drink in history and the future with a tasting adventure of award-winning Barossa shiraz.
Rosie Ryan
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The Senior
Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
Therese Murray
Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied

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The Land
A newly announced beef protein for gym junkies is on show at Beef Week
Simon Chamberlain • 23m ago
The Select Committee report on the feasibility of undergrounding transmission infrastructure has pointed out some serious shortcomings
Denis Howard • 43m ago
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There are community concerns around the testing used to determine if an energy project is feasible. Picture by Denis Howard
Northern Rivers rice growers on the cusp of their own export licence as breeding research shows the way forward.
Jamie Brown • 2hrs ago
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First generation farmer Bill Zhang with blast-resistant Tachiminori rice being harvested at on flood plain country at Swan Bay via Woodburn.
Golby's cattle meet tradition in the alpine country.
Helen Decosta
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Father and son duo Milton and Ben Golby, Inglebyra, Jindabyne with a porton of their Brangus cows and calves.
Adam Marshall retires on a Monday to take up new role on Wednesday.
After retiring from politics, Member for Northern Tablelands Adam Marshall will join Origin as a senior government relations manager on May 15. File picture
Car Expert
The Porsche Taycan has been recalled in Australia as over time the electric sedan's battery could pose a fire risk.
Jordan Mulach
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class range has been reduced to just one model with the launch of the latest generation. It's priced from $131,500 before on-roads.
William Stopford
With the new Symbioz, Renault has added another car to its ever-growing lineup of crossovers, but it's unclear if it'll arrive in Australia.
Derek Fung
Renault Symbioz: New crossover slots in above Captur
Contrary to popular opinion, it isn't illegal for L-platers to use cruise control in Australia... though it mightn't be the best idea.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal for learner drivers to use cruise control?
Insurer Allianz says it has already stopped fraudsters who have used AI to doctor images and submit phoney insurance claims.
Max Davies
How AI is being used to commit car insurance fraud