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Federal research cuts to hit Newcastle firm and cancer care

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Jobs set to go and cancer treatments slashed in tough federal research cuts
A Newcastle firm says it will lose millions a year as federal research cuts slash jobs and cancer treatment funding.
newcastleherald.com.au
Returning solar program to help Hunter households save $3,800 on power bills
Hunter households could save almost $3,800 a year on power bills through the returning Solar Neighbourhoods program, which aims to cut bills across Newcastle, Maitland and Lake Macquarie by more than $760,000 each year.
newcastleweekly.com.au
Revealed: Who the Jets will face in $17 million Asian Champions League
The Newcastle Jets have learned who they will face in the $17 million Asian Champions League Elite, with a familiar face set to return to Newcastle after the draw.
newcastleherald.com.au
Newcastle Ocean Baths big reveal: what's changed in the new-look design
A first look has been revealed at the changes coming to Newcastle's iconic Ocean Baths in its new-look design.
newcastleherald.com.au
Hunter to get more data centre investment as state gov backs ’emerging industry’
The Hunter could be in line for more data centre investment as the NSW Government backs the 'emerging industry', with Business Hunter backing new planning guidelines while calling for sustainable development.
newcastleweekly.com.au

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