Newcastle Herald
Monday, 8 July 2024
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Luke Smith, 23, and three others were thrown from the vessel last night.
Anna Falkenmire
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Best expected to line up against Dane Gagai and Kalyn Ponga.
Robert Dillon
Updates on breaking news, traffic and everything across the Hunter.
Newsroom • 2hrs ago
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The Westpac Rescue Helicopter searches Lake Macquarie for missing man Luke Smith on July 7. Picture by Peter Lorimer
The Merewether property includes a tennis court, a pool and guest house.
Jade Lazarevic
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8 Kempster Road in Merewether is listed for sale by expressions of interest with Lyndall Allan at Salt Property. Picture supplied
Melbourne Airport will support an above-ground train station following a lengthy stalemate with the state government, saying Victorians have waited too long.
Melissa Meehan • 2hrs ago
Melbourne airport says it's time to get on with plans for an above-ground railway station. (HANDOUT/RAIL PROJECTS VICTORIA)
Being proudly Indigenous is a 24/7 commitment.
Liam Ridgeway
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Being proudly Indigenous is a 24/7 commitment. Picture Shutterstock
Adrian Burnett to oversee his last New Annual festival in 2024
Gabriel Fowler
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NSW centre complains of tight hamstring.
Robert Dillon • 16m ago
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Bradman Best. Picture by Marina Neil
Her name is Frosty, and she's a very good pupper.
Simon McCarthy • 27m ago
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Frosty, the lost Alaskan Malamute, says farewell to her ranger friends at Sydney Airport before flying to her new home in Western Australia. Picture supplied
All ages boutique festival at The Foreshore in February.
Jim Kellar • 1hr ago
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Kentucky-born country music star Tyler Childers will headline the Howlin Country microfestival in Newcastle on February 15, 2025.
The youngest man to skipper a Newcastle ferry retires after 48 years.
Simon McCarthy
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Stephen Doley is the harbour's longest-serving ferry master. Picture by Marina Neil
It is the second road death in a horror weekend in the Hunter.
Simon McCarthy
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The driver has been released from hospital
Nick Bielby
The scene of a crash that killed a 16-year-old boy at Slat Ash on Friday, June 5. Picture by Simon McCarthy
Newcastle experienced mixed results in a thrilling double header.
Josh Callinan
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Alexander Yuill playing for the Newcastle Northstars in Adelaide on Sunday. Picture by Hugh Whittle
'Hopefully soon' Bird Piche will move into accessible new home.
Gabriel Fowler
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Trophy eyes singer John Floreani on stage at the Newcastle Supercars in 2023, Picture by Marina Neil.
Newcastle's Origin hopefuls state strong cases for selection.
Robert Dillon
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The Knights wrap up Canberra's Josh Papalii on Sunday. Picture by Gary Ramadge
'Elissa has definitely come alive.'
James Gardiner
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Police allege one man inside the Toronto home had knuckle dusters.
Anna Falkenmire
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Two men were arrested and multiple police officers were injured. File picture
Newcastle first-grade hockey results from across weekend.
Josh Callinan
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Tigers v Norths in 2023. Picture by Jonathan Carroll

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The Net Zero Economy Authority legislation is before the Senate.
Michael Parris
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At least 15 people have been charged after Hunter railway activity.
Anna Falkenmire
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Kathy Morris's land is among 25 properties in the line of fire.
Matthew Kelly
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Kathy Morris and her husband Peter on the Millfield property. Picture by Simone De Peak
Sometimes the most important part of the protest is the sentence that comes after the slogan.
Simon McCarthy
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Blockade Australia protestors stage a string of stunts atop Hunter coal trains in June, 2024. Picture supplied
Nick Rendina has a whopping 155,000 followers in Instagram.
Talia Pattison • 45m ago
Cr McRae's sentiments join those of other leaders in the area.
Allan Wilson • 58m ago
Murrumbidgee mayor Ruth McRae (inset) has raised concerns over a compensation packjage to aid communties amid water buybacks. Pictures file
Wanted for murder and sexual assault.
Anna Houlahan
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Wanted: John Victor Bobak. Picture supplied
One simple move can avoid massive hidden costs.
Ben Silvester
Getting off gas: Will it help you beat the energy price crisis?
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Nick Rendina has a whopping 155,000 followers in Instagram.
Talia Pattison • 45m ago
Wine can feel intimidating, but our expert and a top Hunter winemaker agree: it doesn't have to be.
Simon McCarthy
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Daniel Thomas, the son of premier Hunter winemaker Andrew Thomas, joins leading wine retailer Charlie Kempe's impromptu cellar door tasting at Artisanal Cellars on Hunter Street. Picture by Marina Neil
Keep up with times or the crowds will stop coming.
Jim Kellar
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A still picture from the Toy Story segment in Disney on Ice's Road Trip Adventures show currently touring in Australia.
NSW centre complains of tight hamstring.
Robert Dillon • 16m ago
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Best expected to line up against Dane Gagai and Kalyn Ponga.
Robert Dillon
Bradman Best. Picture by Marina Neil
Newcastle experienced mixed results in a thrilling double header.
Josh Callinan
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Alexander Yuill playing for the Newcastle Northstars in Adelaide on Sunday. Picture by Hugh Whittle
Newcastle's Origin hopefuls state strong cases for selection.
Robert Dillon
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The Knights wrap up Canberra's Josh Papalii on Sunday. Picture by Gary Ramadge
'Elissa has definitely come alive.'
James Gardiner
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Newcastle Falcons guard Elissa Brett. Picture by Sproule Sports Focus
Newcastle first-grade hockey results from across weekend.
Josh Callinan
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Tigers v Norths in 2023. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
A new precinct near Queenstown pays homage to its farming past.
Karen Hardy • 1hr ago
Use these expert tips and tricks to secure the best spots.
Kristie Kellahan
The best seats on a plane - and how to nab them
10 rising stars to put on the radar for your next getaway.
Belinda Jackson
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It has the glorious beaches ... but minus the big crowds.
Alex Grieg
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It's Bali, but better ... put this Indonesian island on your bucket list
Pocket Guide: Antigua (St John's), Antigua & Barbuda
Visit this Caribbean gem as part of a luxury cruise
The vessel is the cruise line's biggest and most glamorous.
Kate Cox
The fancy new cruise ship everyone's talking about right now
Line call: An obscure technicality could create a grey area for Port Stephens Council.
Simon McCarthy
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The car park would have cost less to fi than it did to demolish.
Michael Parris
The car park site this week left, and before the building was demolished in 2021. Pictures by Peter Lorimer, Michael Parris
'Honestly it got to the point where it was emotionally making us sick.'
Madeline Link
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Skai and Lucas Munro in happier times at their Edgeworth-based food truck The Skullery. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
Pristine St Helena truly awe-inspiring with boundless potential
Low maintenance luxurious living in superb lifestyle precinct
Low maintenance luxurious living in superb lifestyle precinct of Merewether
Stunningly renovated family oasis with resort-style amenities
Stunningly renovated family oasis with resort-style amenities will impress
The Merewether property includes a tennis court, a pool and guest house.
Jade Lazarevic
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Where the next million dollar suburbs are around the country.
Jemimah Clegg
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This home, currently for sale, is in Birkdale a Brisbane bayside spot named as a future million dollar suburb. Pic: Supplied
The next Newcastle and Lake Macquarie million dollar suburbs.
Jade Lazarevic
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This renovated four-bedroom house at 18 HIll Street has hit the market in Belmont where prices are tipped to exceed $1 million in 2025, according to Ray White. Picture supplied
State and council planners are channelling a waterside haven
Bradley Perrett
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Phillip O'Neill: AEMO's report offers immensely valuable insight
Phillip O'Neill
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Effective community consultation well worth the energy
Lie-detecting is not that straightforward
Tarnya Davis
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Truth behind detecting a porky-pie

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NSW centre complains of tight hamstring.
Robert Dillon • 16m ago
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As Maroons make four big changes for Brisbane with a notable snub.
Melanie Dinjaski • 27m ago
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Latrell Mitchell and Bradman Best. Pictures Getty Images, Jonathan Carroll
Nick Rendina has a whopping 155,000 followers in Instagram.
Talia Pattison • 45m ago
Leeton's Nick Rendina has an Instagram following some of the most popular Aussie influencers would dream about. Picture by Talia Pattison

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Days after Hamas accepted a key part of a ceasefire plan, two officials from the group say it is awaiting Israel's response to its latest proposal.
Nidal Al-Mughrabi and Maayan Lubell • 1hr ago
President Joe Biden has urged supporters to stay unified at a rousing black church service in the critical battleground state of Pennsylvania
US President Joe Biden has campaigned in the critical swing state of Pennsylvania. (AP PHOTO)
New British Prime Minister Keir Starmer wants a better relationship with Brussels as he vowed to rip up the "botched" deal struck by Boris Johnson.
Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer has promised a more constructive relationship with Brussels. (AP PHOTO)
Two of Australia's top transport companies are partnering to take a giant leap towards a more sustainable future by reducing their carbon footprint and leading the way in industry standards.
Thanks to nbn's network, Tom's smart home lifestyle has completely come to fruition.
Miranda Aitken
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NGS Super financial planner Cheryl Haines says designing a strategy that will save you on tax as well as boost the amount of funds you'll have in retirement comes down to good financial planning.
Rosie Ryan
With some good financial planning you can ensure you're harnessing the tax benefits of super to maximise your nest egg in retirement. Picture Shutterstock

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The Senior
Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
Therese Murray
Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied

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The Land
A man has died after a ute crash in the Central Tablelands.
Weaner steers dominated the 1130 head yarding on Friday.
Elka Devney
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Weaner steers dominated the 1130 head yarding, selling to dearer prices. Picture supplied by Rahni Ryan.
Successfully growing winter legumes with tropical grasses, including introduced species like premier digit as well as with perennial native grass, is an important part of any property grazing business.
Bob Freebairn
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A view of winter legumes, in late June 2024, growing in a native perennial grass pasture. Serradella and sub clover build soil nitrogen, are high quality and provide winter and spring feed. Pictures supplied
Treat your taste buds - get down to Bodalla Dairy this school holidays
Victoria Silk
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Bodalla Dairy Shed - a trip to Bodalla wouldn't be the same without an ice cream stop. Picture by Vic Silk
Scott Reardon is taking his message of hope and resilience to regional NSW ahead of the Paralympics, where his wife, long jumper Vanessa Low, will compete.
Liv Casben
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Paralympian Scott Reardon's (centre) message to rural children is changing lives one step at a time. (Drew Chislett/AAP PHOTOS)
Car Expert
A sensor fault in some 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS models may lead to their pop-up bonnet not working in an impact with a pedestrian.
William Stopford • 28m ago
Almost 1500 examples of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class have been recalled due to a fault which could prevent its side airbags from deploying.
Jordan Mulach • 1hr ago
Mercedes-Benz C-Class recalled
The new range-topper in LDV's cheap ute range isn’t all that cheap anymore, but it sees some significant and impressive improvements.
Matt Campbell
2024 LDV T60 Max Plus review
The Kona Hybrid has supercharged sales in Australia, with May and June posting the nameplate's best-ever sales results in Australia.
James Wong
Hybrid fuelling record Hyundai Kona sales
Are you in the market for a new light SUV? These are the five cheapest light SUVs currently on the market in Australia.
Tyra Lawler-Cass
The five cheapest light SUVs in Australia