The last day of play at the Jack ended with a tense finish. Cricketer Justin Avendano led after day one with a score of 41 and stayed on top after his second round on Wednesday, finishing with 34. His total of 75 was the score to beat. As the afternoon ended, 14-year-old junior golfer Jesse Linden and world long drive champion Matt Stubbs were both close to overtaking him with their final shots.

The Hunter Wetlands Centre has officially opened the first stage of its upgraded Sensory Trail after a year-long restoration program supported by local students, volunteers and community groups.

Charlestown Square will expand its global brands and athleisure offering with the launch of a new adidas store opening on 12 December, further enhancing the Centre’s retail mix during one of the most competitive trading periods of the year.

Over 4,000 passengers and crew will cruise into Newcastle tomorrow to experience the best of the Hunter and Central Coast regions on the maiden arrival of Celebrity Edge.

The festive season in Newcastle is more than just tinsel and lights - it’s a time for connection, joy, and celebration. From the heart of the city to the sparkling Harbour Foreshore, City of Newcastle is rolling out its annual calendar of Christmas cheer and New Year festivities, offering something for everyone. Whether it’s wandering through a glowing Christmas precinct, snapping selfies with Santa, or dancing your way into 2026, the city is alive with energy, creativity, an

The newest stage show in Showtime Australia’s roster of world-class tribute shows - THE UNOFFICIAL TRIBUTE SHOW - TAYLOR: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift Music – is set to begin its Australian tour this January, taking in dates across QLD, New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia, and the Northern territory, including at NEX Newcastle on Wednesday 7 January, 2026. 

At The Place: Charlestown Community Centre, there’s always room at the table and it’s never too late to make new friends.

School holidays can be a welcome break for teens, but they can also mean long days indoors, endless screen time, and little movement. At Urth Fitness, we wanted to offer a different kind of break, one that gives high school students a safe place to move, clear their heads, meet new friends and feel part of a community.

Fifty-five new car spaces are coming to Maitland Park as Maitland City Council continues work on the staged delivery of the Maitland Park Master Plan.

Maitland City Council will formally advise the NSW Government that it will not be continuing with redevelopment work at Maitland Gaol and will request to relinquish its role as manager for the Crown Lands site.

Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) recognised the outstanding achievements of its research community at the 2025 HMRI Research Excellence Awards, held at Newcastle City Hall on Friday evening.

For something billed as the Mother Energy Mulletfest Grand Final 2025, the event certainly had B.D.E …..Big Donation Energy (shame on you, what did you think we meant?). The annual pilgrimage of winning Mullets from all over the country landed back in its spiritual home this year, The Chelmsford Hotel, Kurr Kurri.

The Minns Labor Government has unlocked the latest eco-tourism holiday offering with a new $1.9 million campground at Belmont Wetlands in the Lake Macquarie region, giving visitors the option to stay overnight at this iconic destination.

Just in time for summer, Hunter Water has completed renewal works at its reservoirs at The Hill, Morisset and Arcadia Vale, and has delivered a new reservoir at Cameron Park, helping to maintain strong water pressure and ensuring reliable supply during peak demand periods.

The festive season is here, and The Levee Central Maitland is coming alive with Christmas cheer, family-friendly activities, festive displays and plenty of opportunities to shop local.