Newcastle Knights Brand Eyed for New Netball Team
Wests Group plans to launch a Newcastle Super Netball team under the Knights banner if its 2027 expansion bid succeeds. A new $6.7 million training facility is proposed.
Wests Group plans to launch a Newcastle Super Netball team under the Knights banner if its 2027 expansion bid succeeds. A new $6.7 million training facility is proposed.
West Coast Fever will host Adelaide Thunderbirds in two pre-season clashes in Kalgoorlie and Perth. Get the full schedule and team news ahead of their premiership assault.
F1 design legend Adrian Newey will become Aston Martin team principal from 2026. The move follows Andy Cowell's shift to chief strategy officer. Get the full story.
Wests Group unveils a $6.7 million high-performance netball facility in Mayfield, strengthening Newcastle's bid for a 2027 Super Netball franchise and boosting local sport.
Ashes great Alec Stewart supports England's controversial decision to rest Test stars for the PM's XI match in Canberra. Get the full story on the team's strategy.
England's Ashes campaign starts with a devastating two-day loss in Perth. Captain Ben Stokes focuses on Brisbane comeback as criticism mounts. Full details.
Geelong Cougars netball star Ally O'Connor secures Melbourne Vixens training partner role, marking a significant step in her elite netball career. Discover her journey to the Suncorp Super Netball.
Newcastle police seek public assistance to locate Sunny, 30, last seen at John Hunter Hospital. Follow live updates and contact authorities with information.
West Coast's Ella Roberts and Fremantle's Mim Strom are dual All-Australians, while Dockers' Gabby Newton earns her first nod. Read about their stellar AFLW seasons.
North Queensland Cowboys NRLW coach Ricky Henry addresses the team's player turnover, defending his approach while outlining plans for the 2025 season. Read his exclusive response.
After a shocking two-day Ashes defeat in Perth, England faces mounting pressure to field top stars in Canberra's pink-ball Prime Minister's XI match. Former captains call it 'amateurish' if they don't play.
NSW Minerals Council CEO argues Hunter coal mining remains vital for regional economy as global demand hits record 8.8 billion tonnes. Learn why supply restrictions would backfire.
Key environment group slams Hunter Transmission Project route, warning of irreversible impacts on 66 threatened species. Read the full analysis of this critical NSW energy debate.
Newcastle Herald's Hunter Photography Prize is back for 2026. Open to amateur photographers in the Hunter Region. Enter by January 20, 2026 for your chance to win.
Veteran spinner Nathan Lyon's delayed appearance at training raises fitness concerns for Australia's aging Ashes squad ahead of crucial Test series.
Hunter New England Health requires financial bailouts as Grattan Institute reveals hospitals are 'held back by bogus budgets'. Discover the systemic funding issues affecting patient care.
New West Coast Eagles assistant coach Mitch Duncan has been welcomed into the Australian cricket team's inner sanctum ahead of the first Ashes Test at Optus Stadium.
Geelong premiership hero Mitch Duncan spotted with Australian cricket team ahead of Ashes Test in Perth. Former AFL star observes training session in full Cricket Australia gear.
Australia names two debutants for the first Ashes Test against England. Jake Weatherald and Brendan Doggett in as Marnus Labuschagne returns to No.3. Full team news and analysis.
Tiny Caribbean island Curacao creates football history by qualifying for the World Cup for the first time, joining Panama and Haiti from CONCACAF. Discover the incredible story.
New polling reveals 72% of Hunter residents support government investment in renewable energy for manufacturing. Discover how this could save jobs at Tomago Aluminium.
Collingwood star Nick Daicos says Victorian players are eager for the AFL State of Origin revival, promising a fierce 'full noise' clash against WA at Optus Stadium on Feb 14.
New ABS data reveals Scone and Merewether lead Hunter's income surge. Explore the economic trends reshaping the region's wealth distribution.
Perth could witness a historic moment as Scott Boland and Brendan Doggett may become the first Indigenous duo to play together for Australia in the Ashes. A landmark for cricket.
The Rural Fire Service has declared an 'extreme' fire danger rating for the Greater Hunter on November 17, 2025. Stay informed with live updates from the Newcastle Herald.
Discover the untold story of Hunter Valley's coal-mining pit horses and their lasting legacy through public art, from Scotland's Kelpies to local sculptures.
Josh Hazlewood's side strain rewrites Ashes script as Australia loses second key pace bowler. Mitchell Johnson analyzes team's bowling crisis ahead of crucial England series.
Pakistan secure ODI series victory against Sri Lanka as Babar Azam scores first century in 84 innings amid heightened security following suicide bombing. Download the 7NEWS app today.
Perth Skydiving Display Team with 130 years combined experience will perform spectacular jumps with smoke and ribbons at Burswood Park for WA Day Festival. Don't miss the aerial show!
Hunter New England faces a diabetes emergency with 90,000 cases. Experts advocate telehealth solutions and new medications to combat what's called humanity's biggest epidemic.