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Reporting and analysis on community from across Newcastle and the Hunter.

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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.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read

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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.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read

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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.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 2 min read

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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.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read

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Women's rugby league expansion signals growth in regional sports participation

New NPLW interest in the Hunter comes as second-tier competition gathers serious momentum across Australia.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 2 min read

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Queens Wharf demolition marks symbolic end of waterfront neglect

The removal of the harbourside eyesore opens possibilities for Newcastle's ongoing foreshore transformation.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 2 min read

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Lake Macquarie set for massive housing expansion near transport and jobs

A plan for 1200 new homes signals a major shift in how the regional centre builds for its future.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 2 min read

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Double Bay-inspired precinct opens for public feedback as Newcastle's CBD evolution continues

A $45 million development styled on Sydney's ritzy inner-city suburb is seeking community input as the city's commercial architecture transforms.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read

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Lake Macquarie's 1200-home building boom targets transport-connected growth

A major residential development is bringing housing closer to jobs and services as the region's population continues to expand.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read

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Queens Wharf site demolition signals next phase of Newcastle's waterfront transformation

The wrecking ball is headed for the long-vacant harbourside site as the city's renewal project enters a critical phase.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read

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Women's football competition expands, signalling growth in Hunter grassroots pathways

A second-tier women's football league is gathering momentum, with Newcastle-based interest confirmed and an expansion decision expected next month.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read

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Seven-storey Darling Harbour-style development pitched for Newcastle CBD

A $45 million mixed-use proposal brings apartment living and retail closer to Newcastle's city centre, testing local appetite for Sydney-inspired density.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read

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Queens Wharf demolition signals start of Newcastle's next waterfront chapter

The removal of the long-standing Queens Wharf structure opens the door for continued harbourside renewal in the heart of the city.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read

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New women's football competition signals growth in Hunter grassroots sports pathways

Expansion of the National Premier Leagues Women competition is drawing fresh interest from Newcastle-based clubs, with a decision on league growth expected soon.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read

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Lake Macquarie's housing pipeline accelerates with 1200-home development plan

A major new residential project underlines the region's position as a growth destination for families and workers seeking proximity to jobs and transport.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read

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Newcastle's creative sector punches above its weight as arts precinct development accelerates

The city's established arts infrastructure and growing creative workforce are attracting investment and recognition that traditionally flowed exclusively to Sydney and Melbourne.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 2 min read

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Healthcare in Newcastle: Hospitals, Services and Where to Go

A practical, general guide to Newcastle's public and private hospitals, the Hunter New England Local Health District, primary care and emergency options, and health care as one of the region's biggest employers.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 5 min read

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Schools and Education in Newcastle: Universities, Schools and Training

A general guide to how Newcastle's universities, TAFE campuses, schools and training providers fit together, and how local families navigate them.

By The Daily Newcastle · 26 June 2026 · 5 min read