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Coalition promises land tax fix for wineries

October 29, 2026 8:02 am

The NSW Nationals and Liberals have committed to fixing a legal problem that has seen wine producers, including those in...

Muswellbrook Preschool warns it may not survive 2028 as community preschools rally over funding

October 29, 2026 7:14 am

Muswellbrook Preschool says it could close by 2028 if the State Government does not address a funding shortfall of almost...

Vandals steal solar lights from Singleton Golf Course’s Blue Tree

October 29, 2026 5:37 am

The Singleton Golf Course has expressed disappointment after vandals targeted its Blue Tree. The solar lights, which had only recently...

Report shows mixed elective surgery wait times for Hunter hospitals

October 28, 2026 7:30 am

Elective surgery wait times at Maitland Hospital are among the worst in the state, according to a new report. Compare...

Hunter rural generalist Dr Merran Auland receives national distinguished service award

October 28, 2026 7:04 am

Rural generalist Dr Merran Auland, who now farms in the Hunter, has been named a recipient of the Australian College...

Rescue helicopter service apologises after review finds bullying and harassment occurred

October 28, 2026 6:24 am

An independent review has found bullying and harassment, including sexual harassment, has occurred within the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service over...

Construction to begin on new Singleton 25m pool enclosure

October 27, 2026 7:17 am

The 25m heated pool at Singleton Gym + Swim will close from 9 November so construction can begin on a...

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