Teen's 'selfless act' after fatal Lake Macquarie fire

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1. 'Selfless act' of teen praised after child dies in horror house fire at Lake Macquarie

   A teenager has been praised for their 'selfless act' after a child died in a horror house fire at Lake Macquarie, where at least 40 firefighters battled the blaze.

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2. Bowling club manager admits orchestrating $220K staged 'armed robbery'

   A bowling club manager has admitted orchestrating a staged '$220,000 armed robbery' of the proceeds of a major poker tournament, after long denying involvement.

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3. Mayor's building blocks: public land slated for affordable housing

   The mayor has identified two parcels of public land to be slated for much-needed affordable housing in Newcastle.

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4. Blitz on dodgy electrical work results in $22k in fines

   A blitz on dodgy electrical work across the Hunter has resulted in $22,000 in fines, with dozens of improvement notices issued for poor workmanship.

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5. Accused gunman acquitted of shooting man in the neck at Waratah West

   An accused gunman has been acquitted of shooting a man in the neck at Waratah West, though he was found guilty of possessing the gun used in the shooting.

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