Hunter News

The latest unemployment rates for Newcastle and the Hunter paint a dim picture for the region as the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic continues to take its toll on jobs.

Three contacts of a 60-year-old man who tested positive to Covid-19 in Port Stephens earlier in the week, have now also been diagnosed with the virus.

Police are appealing for public assistance over an alleged stabbing incident at Merewether early Thursday.

The University of Newcastle have announced new pathways for students who have overcome major life challenges to study Medicine.

The former Maritime Museum at Honeysuckle will be home to a new Hunter Valley wine experience.

Two schools and a child care centre at Port Stephens will be closed today following confirmation of three new cases of coronavirus.

Labor MPs are calling for clarity around travel recommendations, as Covid-19 clusters in Sydney spread to the Hunter region.

Military helicopters will be seen flying over Newcastle towards the end of July, with the Australian Defense Force conducting anti-terrorism training in the region.

Singleton Council has closed their waste management facility until further notice, due to a staff member making possible contact with a person with a case of Covid-19.

A police officer has been charged following an investigation into alleged neglect of duty.