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Hunter lands $12bn train-building plan

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'Biggest since BHP': how the Hunter reacted to $12 billion train-building plan
The Hunter has secured a $12 billion train-building plan, described as 'the biggest since BHP'. The region is being counted on to rebuild its opportunity to build trains again.
newcastleherald.com.au
The state's first case of bird flu is in the Hunter. Here's what you need to know
NSW has confirmed its first case of bird flu after a migratory seabird found at Hawks Nest tested positive for the deadly H5N1 virus. The discovery has triggered a state and national response.
newcastleherald.com.au
Knights' win over Dolphins comes at a cost as Saifiti faces lengthy injury lay-off
Newcastle Knights defeated the Dolphins with Dylan Brown kicking a match-winning field goal in the 75th minute, ending the Dolphins' record run of eight straight victories. The win came at a cost, with Saifiti facing a lengthy injury lay-off.
newcastleherald.com.au
Fire tore through their school and cancelled their mid-year concert. They found a way to rock on
A garage band of high school mates found a way to keep their rock spirit alive after fire gutted their school and cancelled their mid-year concert. The students refused to let the disaster silence their music.
newcastleherald.com.au

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