SA Minister tackles violence against teachers
Education Minister Blair Boyer convenes expert roundtable after 600+ physical assaults on SA teachers in 2024. Urgent action needed to protect educators.
Education Minister Blair Boyer convenes expert roundtable after 600+ physical assaults on SA teachers in 2024. Urgent action needed to protect educators.
Newcastle police seek public assistance to locate Sunny, 30, last seen at John Hunter Hospital. Follow live updates and contact authorities with information.
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.
Ingham State High School's Class of 2025 celebrated their final school days at an emotional valedictory dinner. See the memorable moments from this special evening.
New report reveals 1.2 million temporary visa holders have settled in Australia since pandemic. Political debate heats up over migration policy and infrastructure pressures.
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.
Vicki Thomson warns university mergers alone won't fix sector challenges. International student caps and funding reforms also crucial for Australian higher education.
Year 12 students at Mindarie Senior College complete their final ATAR exams in emotional scenes. Read about their journey and what comes next for these graduates.
Thousands of Victorian Year 12 students have completed their final VCE exams, marking the end of their secondary education journey. Read about their experiences and what comes next.
Perth's chronically undersupplied student accommodation market receives major boost with completion of 358-bed UniLodge facility in CBD, offering relief for international and domestic students.
New polling reveals 72% of Hunter residents support government investment in renewable energy for manufacturing. Discover how this could save jobs at Tomago Aluminium.
New ABS data reveals Scone and Merewether lead Hunter's income surge. Explore the economic trends reshaping the region's wealth distribution.
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.
Alarming University of South Australia research reveals daily social media use among students surged from 26% to 85% post-pandemic, creating a 'perfect storm' of addiction.
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.
83 students from three WA schools won an unforgettable trip to BHP's Newman iron ore mine, experiencing explosions, giant trucks and robotics in action. Discover their incredible journey.
The Minns government has amended legislation to allow accommodation on Venues NSW land, unlocking Hunter Park's potential and boosting tourism and housing.
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.
Hunter travel sector celebrates as Jetstar adds a fourth weekly Bali flight and a new same-plane service to Singapore from Newcastle Airport, opening up over 150 global destinations.
Newcastle is poised to host Rugby League World Cup 2026 matches, bringing international rugby league action to McDonald Jones Stadium and economic benefits to the Hunter region.
Celebrated Newcastle Herald journalist John Lewis remembered as firm, fair editor and influential wine writer. Read about his 7-decade career and lasting legacy.
Year 10 and 11 students from Hunter schools spent a day at the Hunter Medical Research Institute, gaining hands-on experience in labs and designing their own medical experiments. Discover how this initiative is inspiring the next generation of scientists.
Rix's Creek miners secure 17% pay rise and improved injury provisions after seven-week strike - the longest industrial action in Hunter Valley in 25 years. Read the full victory story.
New research from the University of Newcastle reveals early university offers reduce student stress without diminishing HSC effort. Discover how this safety net supports wellbeing.
Emergency services responded to a serious two-vehicle collision on Chatham Road in Hamilton North. One person was transported to John Hunter Hospital. Police are investigating.
One-year-old Jaxson Simpson undergoes two major spinal surgeries after 10cm tumour diagnosis. Rutherford family seeks support as medical bills mount ahead of Christmas.
Newcastle residents clash over e-bike safety and climate protests as letters reveal deep divisions on transport, housing and environmental policy in the Hunter region.
Hunter residents can now protect their digital data with free encryption tools when using public Wi-Fi. Learn how VPN services secure your online activities in Newcastle and surrounding areas.