Plus, Cam Williams charged with DV offences, alleged killer impersonated victim, and 40 years of marine rescue
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Federal Independent MP Andrew Wilkie has told parliament he's seen thousands of documents showing some mining companies in Australia, including some operating in the Hunter, are falsifying information relating to their products' quality. Hunter MP Dan Repacholi says he'll support an investigation. | Read what other MPs think |
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Lake Macquarie woman Danielle Easey was found dead in Cockle Creek in August 2019. Carol Marie McHenry and Justin Kent Dilosa are accused of murdering her, the court hearing Ms McHenry impersonated Ms Easey for weeks after her death. | What else has been heard during the trial? |
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NSW Police were called to a property in Howes Valley late last week, following reports of a "domestic related incident". Cameron Williams, a former sports journalist with Nine News, was arrested and taken to Cessnock police station. | Read more about what happened |
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An application made for $53 million in damages by owners of horses which died from Hendra virus vaccine side effects has been rejected by the Federal Court. The owners of the horses pursued legal action after claiming a vaccine manufacturer did not provide adequate warnings about its potential side effects. | Read what was said in court |
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Police are still searching for John Davidson, who has been missing for more than two weeks. The 72-year-old was last seen at a home in Mount Hutton, and police are appealing for people with information to come forward. | Hear from the police about the search |
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Gender transition can be an immensely isolating time for people who decide to affirm their true identity. When West Wallsend's Sage Peeters began their transition journey, a supportive social media community was crucial. | Hear Sage's story |
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Well, not exactly. But one bloke from Lake Macquarie has done it. Craig Clarke swam 33 kilometres in the open sea with waves and currents challenging him. | Hear about Craig's amazing achievement |
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The ABC Newcastle Giving Tree helps families struggling with the cost of living put gifts for loved ones under the Christmas tree. We team up with Samaritans to distribute the items our generous listeners and readers drop in to our studio. | Listen: Here's how you can play a part |
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Morpeth marks 200 years: Historic Morpeth has celebrated its bicentenary with heritage tours, fireworks and the bridge closed to traffic for a picnic day. COVID forced celebration plans to be postponed last year. Newcastle remains popular: Newcastle is one of the most popular regional hotspots for city dwellers to move to. The latest Regional Movers Index from the Regional Australia Institute and Commonwealth Bank shows Newcastle received two per cent of regional migration in the 12 months to September. Cancer trial: Local academic Dr Anoop Enjeti is one of a handful of doctors leading a world-first cancer trial to treat a rare form of leukaemia. Scientists from the University of Newcastle have been trialling a drug called Zantrene to treat acute myeloid leukaemia in animals, with positive results. Domestic violence refuges: The New South Wales government is funding new refuges for domestic violence victim-survivors in Maitland and Singleton. They are among 39 new facilities to be announced under a $426 million spend but won't be operational until at least the end of 2025. Jets set sights on a win: The Newcastle Jets women's side is looking forward to its clash against the Western Sydney Wanderers this weekend, despite going down 2-1 to Brisbane in its opening round. Coach Ash Wilson says for a fresh side with eight new players, the team is working well. New stroke support: A world-first website called I-Rebound, created by Hunter researchers, is helping stroke patients access time-critical rehabilitation. Denman resident Tracey Ward's husband suffered a stroke nine years ago and she says it's a helpful resource for stroke patients in rural areas. Newy getting the raw prawn: The Newcastle Fisherman's Co-op says local prawns are on the small side but should grow bigger before Christmas. Spokesperson Robert Gauta says he's optimistic about the season. | Visit our website for more local news |
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| Hetty McKinnon's sparkling ginger coffee with lime is a slightly unorthodox take on everyone's favourite caffeinated beverage. But we have a feeling this concoction will be the thirst-quencher you crave above all else during the hot summer days to come. | Find the recipe here |
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| | | What a glorious day! Thanks to Angie Stern-Lynch who shared this lovely photo with us. Sadly, it won't look like that during the weekend. A partly cloudy few days are on the way, with top temperatures in the mid to high 20s. On Friday we could see a shower along the coastal fringe, but otherwise the remainder of the week should be nice and dry. | Check the seven-day forecast for your town |
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