Weekly summary
The week that was in Newcastle
The seven most-read stories from the past seven days on The Daily Newcastle.
- 1
Renowned Novocastrian inventor and athlete Craig Johnston to receive university doctorate
The Newcastle Herald honours the inventor of the Predator boot and football legend with an honorary qualification.
- 2
Nationals signal willingness to abandon controversial Hunter transmission project
The Regional NSW party indicates it may scrap the 500kv power line proposal that has divided the region.
- 3
Electric vehicle charging network expansion signals Newcastle's shift toward cleaner transport
Lake Macquarie instals five new EV chargers as the Hunter embraces the national transition to zero-emissions vehicles.
- 4
Hunter business transformation accelerates with data centre jobs boom and housing pipeline
Two major employment and housing projects are reshaping the Hunter economy and regional growth patterns.
- 5
Queens Wharf demolition looms as Newcastle continues CBD waterfront transformation
The wrecking ball is headed for the long-troubled harbourside site as Newcastle removes a visible symbol of urban decay.
- 6
Lake Macquarie planning new housing west of the region closer to jobs and transport
A 1200-home development in the heart of Lake Macquarie reflects broader strategy to build near existing employment and public transport networks.
- 7
Newcastle Arena aims to attract major international sports events to the city
Entertainment chiefs are banking on the new multi-million-dollar arena to draw the world's biggest touring acts and sporting attractions.
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