Dense fog has blanketed the Hunter region this morning, prompting a flood watch for parts of the area. The Newcastle Herald is providing live updates on breaking news incidents, weather, traffic, and travel across Newcastle, the Hunter Region, and beyond.
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Key stories include a drone capturing a bird's-eye view of the Liddell power station stacks coming down, Newcastle Knights duo ready to make the most of State of Origin recalls, and a debate over whether a $2 pool entry fee will sink or swim.
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Tributes and funerals notices
- Koosmen, Robert "Bob" (1949 - 2026) - Published May 27
- Moroney, Reginald Edward George - Published May 27
- Whitehead, Shirley (1924 - 2026) - Published May 27
- Battan, Douglas John - Published May 23
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