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The key features of the draft masterplan include an inclusive playground, multi-sports hub and outdoor community events space. 

Police will alleged the 22-year-old man who has since tested positive to COVID-19, hosted a number of gatherings at the home on Sandgate Road on three separate nights from 28 - 30 July.

Police say a 21 and 20-year-old will face court next month for failing to comply with multiple directives from police to return to Sydney.

The was in his 90's was fully vaccinated and in palliative care at the Masonic Village aged care facility at Edgeworth.

The fire in the Housing Commission flat on Fullerton Street on July 26 claimed the life of 55-year-old Graham Cameron, who was the sole occupant of the 1 bedroom flat.

CEO Bob Hawes says business are hurting and they need certainty.

Gladys Berejiklian stopped short of announcing it but, says it doesn't look like the Hunter will come out of lockdown.

The school will be closed on Wednesday as it undergoes a deep clean and contract tracing.

Newcastle Deputy Lord Mayor Declan Clausen says it will create a stream of income for the city and savings for rate payers.

Three of the cases recorded locally are currently under investigation as health authorities try to piece together how they caught the virus.