News
An evergreen guide to getting out and about in Newcastle.
3 July 2026, 9:37 pm
Community
Lake Macquarie unlocks 1,200 new dwellings via Cockle Creek Transport Oriented Development. Discover housing releases, transport links, and what it means for Newcastle buyers.
28 June 2026, 7:16 pm
Finance
Newcastle Arena proposal gains major sporting body support. The 12,000-seat venue could bring premier sporting events and entertainment to the region.
28 June 2026, 7:16 pm
Wellness
Learn how to start a Korean skincare routine with affordable K-beauty products from Australian retailers. Simple 4-step guide for beginners.
28 June 2026, 2:44 pm
Community
New report reveals urgent crisis as city calls for accelerated affordable housing construction to meet growing demand.
28 June 2026, 7:16 am
Community
Lake Macquarie instals five new EV chargers as the Hunter embraces the national transition to zero-emissions vehicles.
26 June 2026, 7:35 pm
Finance
Two major employment and housing projects are reshaping the Hunter economy and regional growth patterns.
26 June 2026, 7:35 pm
Community
The wrecking ball is headed for the long-troubled harbourside site as Newcastle removes a visible symbol of urban decay.
26 June 2026, 7:33 pm
Community
A 1200-home development in the heart of Lake Macquarie reflects broader strategy to build near existing employment and public transport networks.
26 June 2026, 7:33 pm
Finance
Entertainment chiefs are banking on the new multi-million-dollar arena to draw the world's biggest touring acts and sporting attractions.
26 June 2026, 7:33 pm
Community
New NPLW interest in the Hunter comes as second-tier competition gathers serious momentum across Australia.
26 June 2026, 7:32 pm
Community
A $45 million development styled on Sydney's ritzy inner-city suburb is seeking community input as the city's commercial architecture transforms.
26 June 2026, 7:31 pm
Community
A general guide to how Newcastle's universities, TAFE campuses, schools and training providers fit together, and how local families navigate them.
26 June 2026, 12:21 pm
Community
A plain-language guide to how people move around Newcastle and the Hunter, from the harbour and the light rail line to the airport, intercity trains and the major roads that knit the region together.
26 June 2026, 12:03 pm
Finance
A plain-English guide to how housing works in Newcastle, why prices and rents move, and the forces shaping affordability in the Hunter.
26 June 2026, 12:02 pm
Finance
A durable guide to how the Hunter's commercial capital makes its living, from the world's largest coal port and a major health and education sector to the energy transition now reshaping the region.
26 June 2026, 11:02 am
Finance
Is Jane Goldsmith leaving NBN News? The presenter has departed following WIN Network restructure changes at the station, becoming the first high-profile exit since the shake-up began.
26 June 2026, 2:41 am
Community
Local agricultural producers are taking precautionary measures as H5N1 cases emerge.
26 June 2026, 2:41 am
Sport
From the A-League Women's Jets to surf competition and netball, Newcastle has a thriving women's sport scene worth knowing about.
22 June 2026, 6:00 pm
Sport
The Newcastle Jockey Club at Broadmeadow has been part of the Hunter's sporting landscape for well over a century, making race day a distinctly local tradition worth understanding.
18 June 2026, 7:50 pm
Sport
From the grand turf of Sportsground ovals to neighbourhood hard courts and the sprawling Hunter Sports Centre at Glendale, Newcastle is exceptionally well served for public sporting infrastructure.
6 June 2026, 7:30 pm
Sport
From the historic Merewether and Newcastle ocean baths to indoor lap pools, here is where Newcastle swimmers train and compete.
30 May 2026, 6:15 pm
Sport
Whether you are at home, in the car or on the go, there are more ways than ever to follow Newcastle's teams and local sport without missing a moment.
23 May 2026, 8:00 pm
Sport
How to get into road and recreational cycling in Newcastle, from beginner group rides to the Hunter's most rewarding routes.
16 May 2026, 5:50 pm
Sport
Newcastle's athletics community offers structured pathways for children and adults alike, from Saturday morning Little Athletics to senior club competition on the regional track circuit.
9 May 2026, 7:20 pm
Sport
Your guide to playing and following basketball in Newcastle, from community courts to the elite NBL1 East competition.
2 May 2026, 6:35 pm
Sport
Touch football is one of Newcastle's fastest-growing social sports, offering a non-contact, mixed-gender game that suits players of almost any fitness level.
25 April 2026, 8:15 pm
Sport
A local guide to netball in the Hunter region, from social competitions and junior clubs to pathways for serious players.
18 April 2026, 5:45 pm
Sport
Lawn bowls in Newcastle is far from the quiet retirement sport of old, with social competitions, barefoot evenings and welcoming clubs drawing players of all ages across the Hunter.
11 April 2026, 7:00 pm
Sport
Everything parents need to know about getting children into cricket through the Hunter Valley cricket network.
4 April 2026, 7:25 pm
Sport
Newcastle has a growing network of inclusive sport programs that welcome participants of all abilities, ensuring everyone in the Hunter can enjoy the benefits of an active life.
28 March 2026, 9:10 pm
Sport
A guide to registering your child in junior football in the Newcastle and Hunter region, from first kicks to competitive leagues.
21 March 2026, 6:30 pm
Sport
With ocean beaches, historic baths, a working harbour and the vast expanse of Lake Macquarie on its doorstep, Newcastle is one of Australia's great water-sport cities.
14 March 2026, 8:40 pm
Sport
What to expect when attending events at the Newcastle Entertainment Centre and the Hunter Valley Showground precinct.
7 March 2026, 7:05 pm
Sport
From coastal cliff-top tracks to lakeside paths and inner-city parklands, Newcastle offers some of the finest running terrain on the NSW coast.
28 February 2026, 9:20 pm
Sport
Every season brings a new wave of sport to the Hunter, from summer surf competitions at Merewether to winter NRL nights under the lights at McDonald Jones Stadium.
14 February 2026, 8:15 pm
Sport
Your complete guide to catching the Newcastle Knights in action at McDonald Jones Stadium and beyond.
9 January 2026, 7:10 pm