A man has been charged following a major fraud investigation in the Hunter Valley, with police alleging millions of dollars were obtained through deception. In 2024, detectives from the Hunter Valley Police District launched Strike Force Noolinga, working alongside the State Crime Command’s Forensic Accounting...
Division Deepens Over Maitland ‘Jocko’ Landmark A heated debate has erupted within Maitland City Council over the future of the historic Jocko Graves Hitching Post, with Labor councillors voicing strong objections to its recognition. During the latest council meeting, a proposal to create an online...
Information Sought After Alleged Incident at Maitland Business A Maitland business is seeking public assistance following an alleged incident involving a suspected shoplifting and staff being threatened. In a statement, Maxi Save Maitland said a woman wearing red allegedly left the store with unpaid items...
Police are urgently appealing for public assistance to help locate Eli, 13, who has gone missing from the Mayfield area. Eli was last seen around 8:30pm on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, on Nile Street. Concerns are growing for her welfare due to her age. 👕...
Two teenage boys have been arrested following a high-intensity police operation across Newcastle and Lake Macquarie overnight — and it could have ended much worse. Around 10:50pm, officers on patrol in Gateshead attempted to stop a vehicle when a ute allegedly drove straight at police,...
Glen Fisher and The Leg Up Project are bringing their inspiring “Find Your Voice” initiative to Cessnock this Harmony Day. The event will feature a free BBQ for the homeless, guest speakers, and opportunities to build meaningful connections within the community. When & Where:Date: Harmony...
A disturbing scam is circulating, with a Newcastle seller reporting they were paid using counterfeit $50 notes during a Facebook Marketplace transaction. The incident was shared on Reddit after the seller attempted to offload Pokémon cards for quick cash. According to the victim: The matter...
Police are urgently appealing for public assistance after a string of alleged theft incidents across the Rutherford and Maitland areas. Authorities believe one person may be linked to multiple incidents. An image has been released of the individual, and the community is being asked to...
The Caledonian Hotel—Singleton’s legendary pub, famous for slapping a giant Australian flag on its roof in defiance of COVID restrictions and local council rules—is officially on the market. This Hunter Valley icon sits on a prime 2,226 sqm corner block at 40 George Street and...
Cessnock City Council will break from routine tonight, holding a rare public briefing session before its scheduled council meeting—sparking curiosity about what’s really on the table. Kicking off at 5:00pm, the briefing will give residents an early look at several key issues before the main...
Police are renewing their appeal for public assistance as the search continues for a missing teenager last seen in the Hunter region. Bayah, aged 15, was last seen in Hamilton South on Monday, 23 February 2026. Nearly a month on, there are growing concerns for...
💸 Mortgage Shock: Reserve Bank of Australia Lifts Rates Again — Borrowers Hit as Cash Rate Climbs to 4.1% Australians are bracing for another hit to their hip pockets after the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) lifted the official cash rate to 4.1 per cent,...
Police are urgently appealing to the public for help to locate a missing Hunter region man who has not been seen for more than a month. Brandon, 29, was last seen in Maitland on Thursday, 5 February 2026. Authorities say he is known to frequent...
Police Target E-Bike Safety on Fernleigh Track Police have conducted a high-visibility operation along popular shared pathways in the Lake Macquarie area, focusing on e-bike safety and rider behaviour. Between 10am and 8pm on Saturday, 14 March 2026, officers carried out patrols along the Fernleigh...
📍 A standout rural lifestyle property at 1122 Leggetts Drive, Mount Vincent NSW 2323 has just been listed, attracting attention from buyers seeking space, versatility and regional living within reasonable reach of Sydney. (Domain) Key Features: This expansive multi‑bedroom estate sits just about 90 minutes...
Teen driver dies days after Pelaw Main crash An 18-year-old man has died in hospital following a single-vehicle crash in the Hunter Valley earlier this week. Emergency services were called to Leggetts Drive at Pelaw Main, about 2km south of Kurri Kurri, at around 3:45pm...
Crews are responding to a large bush fire at Oyster Cove, with multiple Rural Fire Service brigades and aerial units on site. The fire is burning erratically, moving southwest toward Oyster Cove Road, with flames reported over 15 metres high. Authorities are urging residents to...
Watagans, March 15, 2026 – Motor Vehicle Accident Update Emergency services were called to a single-vehicle crash in the Watagans earlier this morning. The vehicle had left the roadway and ended up down an embankment. Crews from the local fire brigade, along with other emergency...
Power Outage Update – Cessnock Area A power outage is currently affecting parts of Cessnock, Lovedale, Neath, Nulkaba, and Sawyers Gully this morning. The outage was first reported at 6:05am, with electricity provider Ausgrid confirming crews are investigating the cause. The outage is currently classified...
A nine-year-old boy has been airlifted to hospital after being struck by a car in Muswellbrook this afternoon. Emergency services were called to the intersection of Maitland Street and Rutherford Road at about 3:40pm on Friday 13 March 2026, following reports of a collision involving...