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Council facilities to close early for Scone Cup public holiday

May 14, 2026 6:07 am

All Upper Hunter Shire Council facilities will close at 12pm this Friday, 15 May, due to the Scone Cup half‑day...

Hunter Water urges savings after record April water use

May 13, 2026 12:38 pm

Hunter Water is calling on customers to make Smart Water Choices after the Lower Hunter recorded its highest April water...

General Manager resigns from Singleton Council

May 13, 2026 10:03 am

Singleton Council has accepted the resignation of General Manager Justin Fitzpatrick-Barr at an extraordinary Council meeting last night. Mel Curtis...

Ravensworth composting expansion proposal now on exhibition

May 13, 2026 10:01 am

Plans to expand the Ravensworth Composting Facility are now on public exhibition, with community feedback open until 20 May. The...

SMS reminders added to help motorists avoid unregistered driving

May 13, 2026 7:34 am

Motorists who let their vehicle registration lapse will now receive an SMS reminder, under a new NSW Government initiative aimed...

High Court to hear landmark climate case linked to Upper Hunter coal mine

May 13, 2026 5:14 am

The High Court of Australia will today hear the nation’s first climate change case to reach the country’s highest court,...

Preferred provider selected for Gummun Place Hostel in Merriwa

May 12, 2026 5:10 pm

Upper Hunter Shire Council has announced Jo Bailey Quality Care as the preferred provider to operate Gummun Place Hostel in...

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Exploring Renewable Gas

March 26, 2026 10:34 am

Global fuel supply disruptions are a timely warning for New South Wales, with forecasts pointing to a tightening gas market...

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