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Repacholi calls for calm as gun reform returns to Parliament

January 19, 2026 10:38 am

Hunter MP Dan Repacholi says proposed federal gun law changes are being misunderstood, with most controversial reforms coming from State...

Upper Hunter air quality alerts surge in dry conditions

January 19, 2026 8:58 am

Air pollution in the Upper Hunter continues to be dominated by PM10 dust linked to coal mining, with 311 air...

Flash flooding hits NSW as SES urges Hunter to be ready as storm moves north

January 18, 2026 2:45 pm

NSW State Emergency Service volunteers have responded to more than 2,300 incidents across the weekend as intense rain caused flash...

Community invited to have say on Hilltop Road naming

January 16, 2026 10:15 am

A familiar section of the New England Highway near Singleton is set for a new identity as part of major...

Hunter farmers urged to apply for eID equipment rebates

January 16, 2026 8:07 am

Farmers in the Hunter will soon be able to claim rebates for electronic identification (eID) equipment under a new $2...

Muswellbrook Greyhound Track to close as Maitland spared in industry shake-up

January 15, 2026 1:04 pm

Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) has confirmed the Muswellbrook track will close on June 30 as part of the next stage...

Cessnock Council pushes ahead with 39.9% rate rise application

January 15, 2026 7:55 am

Cessnock Council will apply for a special rate variation with the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) after voting in...

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Plan your summer journey

December 12, 2025 8:10 am

Transport for NSW is encouraging motorists travelling along the South Coast to plan their trip and allow extra travel time during the Christmas New Year period, with high...

Thrive Together Ulladulla

November 3, 2025 9:35 am

People experiencing hardship in the southern Shoalhaven will have an opportunity to connect with welfare and support services at the...

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