ENERGYCO is inviting companies to register their interest for a tender to design and build an open-air storage area at the Newcastle Logistics Precinct. The precinct, located next to the Port of Newcastle, will expand portside storage for equipment needed to build renewable energy projects across the state. It will store oversize, overmass renewable energy […]
The inaugural Newcastle to Singapore service was a cause for celebration last Tuesday. Photo: supplied.
FOR the first time, travellers across the Hunter region can depart their local airport bound for Singapore, with the inaugural Jetstar flight taking off from Newcastle Airport at 9:40am on Tuesday. Newcastle Airport Chair Samantha Martin-Williams said the new route to Singapore via Bali marks a significant step forward for Newcastle Airport and the economic […]
Council says the Place Plan will outline the community's vision for Raymond Terrace and identify practical actions to achieve it.
PORT Stephens Council is calling on residents to help shape the future of Raymond Terrace as part of a new Place Plan. The Raymond Terrace–Heatherbrae Strategy has been guiding the direction of Raymond Terrace since 2015, with Council seeking to produce an updated plan in response to the area’s rapid growth. “Our Local Housing Strategy […]
One of the many groups that were ferried onto Fingal Island.
STUDENTS who attended Nelson Bay High School during the 1970s and 80s will recall the days of “End of year Activities”. This was during a period when school was fun and permission slips and paperwork were limited. With a total enrolment of around 350 students, the school was declared a full High School in 1975 […]
The Mitchell Street seawall at Stockton.
CITY of Newcastle will reinforce one of Stockton’s key coastal protection structures with 8,500 tonnes of rock to reduce the risk of the area being inundated during extreme weather events. Work will begin next month on a $5 million upgrade of the 600-metre long seawall adjacent to Mitchell Street, Stockton, which has become progressively more […]
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 […]
