Hunter News

Researchers at the University of Newcastle have been awarded $1.3 million in funding by the National Health and Medical Research Council to examine the capacity of community health services and preventative care for people with a mental health condition.

Novocastrians can now catch a ride along Wharf Road on the City's new driverless shuttle as it starts a trial in live traffic conditions over the next three months.

An elderly man has died in a two vehicle crash at Tea Gardens.

A four lane, drive-through COVID-19 clinic will open at The University of Newcastle on Tuesday.

Investigators are yet to formally identify the driver involved in a fiery crash at North Rothbury.

Police are appealing for information following the discovery of a man's body at Cessnock.

Hunter New England Health is urging Hunter residents to be vigilant and aware of Meningococcal symptoms amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

A 23-year-old man is due to face court accused of leading police on a high speed pursuit at Wyee.

A man is in a stable condition in John Hunter Hospital, after a domestic-related stabbing in Muswellbrook overnight.

A Central Coast school has closed today on the last day of term, as a senior student suspected of suffering Covid-19 is tested.