Newcastle morning briefing

Knights women clash, NPL promotion joy, and a high-speed chase

Morning, Newcastle. A drizzly 13 degrees out there, but a big weekend of footy and plenty happening.

Weather

13C, Light drizzle

Newcastle Knights Women ready for Raiders clash
The Newcastle Knights women are gearing up for a crucial clash against the Raiders at home this Sunday, 16 August, in just their second game at McDonald Jones Stadium this season. Newcastle are coming off a disappointing loss to the Warriors in New Zealand last weekend.
newcastleweekly.com.au
'I lost it': president in tears as NPL promotion secured in dramatic final round
A president was in tears as NPL promotion was secured in a dramatic final round, saying 'I don't think it's completely sunk in, but we could not be happier.'
newcastleherald.com.au
High-speed chase through suburbs stretches from Jesmond to Shortland
Police have revealed a high-speed chase through suburbs stretching from Jesmond to Shortland, sparked about midnight on Saturday.
newcastleherald.com.au
Fifth case of bird flu confirmed in NSW as Commonwealth approves vaccine
A fifth case of bird flu has been confirmed in NSW as the Commonwealth approves a vaccine, but the NSW government has reassured residents the risk to human health and the state's agricultural sector remains low.
newcastleherald.com.au
Bar Beach man wanted on warrants charged over alleged Horseshoe Beach attack
A Bar Beach man wanted on warrants has been charged over an alleged Horseshoe Beach attack and will be held in custody to face court on two strings of charges next week.
newcastleherald.com.au

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