Hunter News

Nurses and midwives are joining their coworkers across the State for a strike on Tuesday, in a push for improved conditions, better nurse-to-patient ratios, and a pay rise.

A Hunter-first festival aimed at inspiring the region's next generation of female athletes is set to launch in March. 

Hunter Water is one step closer to uncovering a new water source for the region. 

Maitland farmers are concerned a cease-to-pump rule put forward by the State Government would cripple agriculture across the Hunter.

New data has put a damper on the recently-approved Kurri Kurri gas plant project, with concern it doesn't add up in the wider energy picture.

Fire has engulfed a home at Greta this morning.

A man is under police guard in hospital following a lengthy pursuit through Newcastle's inner suburbs on Wednesday night.

The State Government's facing accusations of grant rorting yet again, with the Hunter mostly missing out in a gambling revenue grant program.

A woman is in a stable condition in the John Hunter Hospital after being hit by a car south of Lake Macquarie.

Two of the regions most promising volunteers have been awarded the title of 'Newcastle Permanent Hunter Junior Lifesavers of the Year' over the weekend at the Hunter Branch Age Championships.