MISSION Australia’s annual Youth Survey is open now and the national charity is urging NSW young people aged 14-19 to share their views in the largest survey of its kind in the country. Celebrating its 25th year in 2026, the Youth Survey gives young people the chance to express themselves and share their opinions on […]
The concept of a space elevator is simple but astonishing. Photo: supplied, Dave Reneke.
IMAGINE stepping into an elevator, pressing the “up” button, and eight days later stepping out into space. No rocket roar. No fiery launch. No crushing G-forces. Just a ride straight up. It sounds unbelievable, yet the idea of a space elevator is beginning to look surprisingly real. The concept is simple but astonishing. Picture a […]
HUNTER region schools have been recognised among the most improved in New South Wales, following strong performances in the 2025 Higher School Certificate (HSC). Hunter River High School, Hunter Sports High School, Lake Macquarie High School and Maitland High School were named in a select group of 45 public schools across the state acknowledged for […]
THE Legislative Assembly Committee on Law and Safety has concluded its two-year inquiry into community safety in regional and rural communities. The Committee’s final report, tabled on 19 March, makes 15 recommendations. Committee Chair Edmond Atalla MP said he hopes that the inquiry will result in lasting change. “Communities in regional NSW deserve to feel […]
NSW Energy Minister Penny Sharpe has written to the chief executives of the major fuel companies to seek information to inform the state’s response to fuel distribution challenges arising from the war in the Middle East. While the Federal Government has confirmed that fuel deliveries to Australia continue to arrive as planned, NSW and other […]
Singer Jennifer Kaye and pianist Anthony Chen recorded Sea Pictures to showcase the beauty of Port Stephens. Photo: supplied.
A POWERFUL night of music at the Nelson Bay Community Centre struck a chord far beyond the stage, raising both funds and momentum for a long-standing vision to bring a dedicated arts and entertainment precinct to Port Stephens. Held back in 2024, the concert featured acclaimed local soprano Jennifer Kaye and the Philomel of Sydney […]
Towing expert John Eggenhuizen using a model to demonstrate how to brake a towed caravan safely and effectively.
TOWING experts shared potentially life-saving road safety advice at a community workshop in Raymond Terrace on Sunday, 22 March. To ensure the sizeable population of campervan and caravan users across the region is properly informed of best practices for towing vehicles, Transport for NSW (TfNSW) funded a series of workshops around the Hunter. On Sunday […]
Tilligerry Creek oyster growers Barry Sheppard, David Brown, John Brown, Gordon Holliday and Norm Glover.
HISTORICALLY the farmland along Tilligerry Creek was considered fertile. Magnificent crops were expected if the land could be protected from the salt water that flooded the farms at certain times of the year when King Tides washed across Marsh Road. Not all residents were dependent on the land. The rich waters of Tilligerry Creek, which […]
RFS volunteers now have improved access to real-time imagery, particularly in remote and high-risk areas.
Footage captured by an AI-powered camera system on a watch tower. Photos: supplied. RFS volunteers now have improved access to real-time imagery, particularly in remote and high-risk areas. Drones provide volunteers with live vision of firegrounds. RURAL firefighters in NSW are utilising a new technology helping to detect fires earlier, improve situational awareness and strengthen […]
Minister for Natural Resources Courtney Houssos (left) talks through the coal industry outlook for 2026-2050. Photo: Courtney Houssos MP.
COAL mine expansions are on the cards for at least another 25 years under NSW’s new mining road map at odds with its environment commission. The NSW government announced its coal industry outlook for 2026-2050 on Thursday, saying it will no longer consider new coal mines but applications to extend existing mines will be assessed. […]
