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A woman has pleaded not guilty to using urine to endanger the life of her daughter in March 2015.

NSW girl 'never saw' mum inject urine

Luke Costin
2hrs ago

The national news agency, Australian Associated Press, will be closed at the end of June.

'A great loss': AAP Newswire to close in June

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RIPPING: Newcastle's Sarah Baum tearing through her round-one heat on Tuesday at Merewether. Picture: Paul Danovaro

Surfest back on after shark scares

Craig Kerry
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Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Chief Medical Officer Brendan Murphy pictured last week. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

UPDATEDCash rate cut to new low of 0.5 per cent

Kirsten Lawson

Leader: Dr Kirsten Molloy.

Kirsten Molloy a finalist in Telstra awards

Outrage: Hunter women living with severe, permanent and life-altering complications after pelvic mesh surgery using Johnson & Johnson devices. The woman were part of a class action against the company in a resounding and landmark win in November. The matter is back in court today to discuss damages. Picture: Jonathan Carroll.

EXCLUSIVEWomen's plea: 'How do we live the rest of our lives like this?'

Joanne McCarthy

Good Boy: Skip the dog caught our eye outside City Hall on Sunday. His splayed-out style seemed quite unique.

It's a dog's life for splayed-out Skip

Damon Cronshaw

LOCAL SUPPORT: "I don't want anyone to think in life, 'I wish I had a go'," says Merry Go Round owner Tegan Mudryk. Picture: Simone De Peak

Stepping stone ahead at Merry Go Round

Penelope Green

Man arrested following alleged break and enter offences at Jesmond

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REVIEWWhat we thought of the iconically-styled, sailor-tongued, rhapsodising beat poet that is Russell Brand in 'Recovery'

Power to Portt with fresh capital injection

Man dies after Mandalong motorcycle crash

A woman has pleaded not guilty to using urine to endanger the life of her daughter in March 2015.

NSW girl 'never saw' mum inject urine

2hrs ago

Man arrested following alleged break and enter offences at Jesmond

Man arrested following alleged break and enter offences at Jesmond

1hr ago

Rage: Hunter child sex survivor Steve Smith said he was left

Honours winners more likely to lose their awards for fraud than child sex

AMAZING DISCOVERY: The University of Newcastle's Dr Heather Sharp with the rare footage. Picture: Simone De Peak

'A Novocastrian treasure': video footage of Newcastle celebrating the end of WWII donated to university

Steve Fulmer

The 50 greatest players in Knights' history (50 - 41)

Dedication and design on display at Mulletfest 2020

PHOTOSDedication and design on display at Mulletfest 2020

Man arrested following alleged break and enter offences at Jesmond

1hr ago

Surfest back on after shark scares

1hr ago

China virus crisis wanes, worsens in US

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UPDATEDCash rate cut to new low of 0.5 per cent

13:00PM

Charities need help to deal with disaster aid

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Kirsten Molloy a finalist in Telstra awards

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Shifting sands: The Gold Coast offshore dredging program in action. The state government has encouraged City of Newcastle to apply for a dredging licence.

Offshore dredging for Stockton moves a step closer following Deputy Premier's letter

Matthew Kelly

No extension: Local government minister Shelley Hancock in Stockton last October. Picture: Simon McCarthy

SUBSCRIBERMinister commits to consultation for Stockton solution despite new deadline

Matthew Kelly

Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes with Lexie's on the Beach owner Nick Sovechles on Friday. Picture: Marina Neil

Save Our Stockton: council and cafe work together on temporary solution for popular spot

Ian Kirkwood

Shifting sands: The Gold Coast offshore dredging program in action. The state government has encouraged City of Newcastle to apply for a dredging licence.

Offshore dredging for Stockton moves a step closer following Deputy Premier's letter

'CULTURAL DESTRUCTION': Worimi elder Lennie Anderson has sought an Interim Protection Order on land where City of Newcastle moved 16 cabins. Picture: Scott Brooks

SUBSCRIBERWorimi elder seeks protection order on Stockton foreshore land

Max McKinney

Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes, state Newcastle MP Tim Crakanthorp and state opposition spokesperson for local government, Campbelltown MP Greg Warren, at Stockton on Friday

Large stretches of Stockton Beach in 'immediate danger' says Lord Mayor

Ian Kirkwood

Going up: L-R: Hunter Water's acting chief executive Graham Wood, Water Minister Melinda Pavey and Hunter Water's chief investment officer Darren Cleary at Grahamstown Dam. Picture: Jonathan Carroll

Pressure eases on Lower Hunter water supply with hopes for more rain on the horizon

Going up: L-R: Hunter Water's acting chief executive Graham Wood, Water Minister Melinda Pavey and Hunter Water's chief investment officer Darren Cleary at Grahamstown Dam. Picture: Jonathan Carroll

Pressure eases on Lower Hunter water supply with hopes for more rain on the horizon

Hunter Water considers a new dam for water security, says its plan must "reflect community values"

Hunter Water considers a new dam for water security, says its plan must "reflect community values"

Hunter Water considers a new dam for water security, says its plan must "reflect community values"

Hunter Water considers a new dam for water security, says its plan must "reflect community values"

The big picture: Jim Bentley said supply augmentation was essential for long-term water security.

State's water chief says rain is welcome but long-term water planning must proceed

The big picture: Jim Bentley said supply augmentation was essential for long-term water security.

State's water chief says rain is welcome but long-term water planning must proceed

Queensland's Chief Health Officer Dr Jeannette Young, has confirmed a 10th coronavirus case.

Tenth Qld virus case a student from China

Nicholas McElroy and Darren Cartwright

Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Chief Medical Officer Brendan Murphy pictured last week. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

UPDATEDCash rate cut to new low of 0.5 per cent

Kirsten Lawson

Chief Medical Officer Brendan Murphy warns Australia cannot absolutely prevent coronavirus arriving.

Australia weighs new virus travel bans

Queensland's Chief Health Officer Dr Jeannette Young, has confirmed a 10th coronavirus case.

Tenth Qld virus case a student from China

Professor Rory Medcalf at the ANU Crawford School, Canberra. Picture: Lannon Harley/ANU

Coronavirus could provide an opportunity for Australia with China

Steve Evans

Rex expects coronavirus, fires to whack economy

Rex expects coronavirus, fires to whack economy

Sean Ford

RIPPING: Newcastle's Sarah Baum tearing through her round-one heat on Tuesday at Merewether. Picture: Paul Danovaro

Surfest back on after shark scares

1hr ago

SET: Philippa Anderson in action for Merewether at the Australian Boardriders Battle. Picture: Max Mason-Hubers

Surfest: Fresh is best for Philippa Anderson in 2020 campaign

OUT OF THIS WORLD: Steve Ugarkovic's face says it all as Nikolai Topor-Staley races off to celebrate his stunning goal against Perth Glory. Picture: Jonathan Carroll

ANALYSISThe Lowedown: A win for the true believers

RETURN: Cassidy McLean plans to use NBL1 as a platform back into WNBL. Picture: Simone De Peak

Basketball: Sporting chance for McLean as she eyes playing return

Steve Fulmer

The 50 greatest players in Knights' history (50 - 41)

BARRY TOOHEY

Surfing: Jackson Baker holds his nerve to get through first round

Surfing: Jackson Baker holds his nerve to get through first round

Craig Kerry

FOCUSED: Jets coach will use the bye weekend to do some serious work on the training pitch. Picture: Jonathan Carroll

A-League: Jets coach uses bye weekend to work hard

James Gardiner

EXPERIENCED: Justy Ely celebrates an ace. Waratah pennants captain Ben Hillard is relying on the seasoned player to step up against Merewether. Picture: Max Mason-Hubers

Down the Fairway: Waratah on mission for pennant finals

James Gardiner

The view from Ronda. Photo: Nicole Phillips

Why this ancient Adalusian festival is an experience for the senses

Nicole Phillips

Navigating the other-worldly desert landscapes of the US

Navigating the other-worldly desert landscapes of the US

Mark Daffey

Spectrum of the Seas will be moved to Australia and offering free cruises to those involved in fighting the bushfires. Picture: Supplied

Huge cruise deals emerge as coronavirus pushes ships south

Bernadette Chua

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BRUSHING THE BLUES: Lucas Grogan stands in front of one the murals he is painting at Maitland Regional Art Gallery for his exhibition, 'Long Story Short'. Picture: Simone De Peak

Artist Lucas Grogan comes home to paint 'Maito' blue

REVIEWWhat we thought of the iconically-styled, sailor-tongued, rhapsodising beat poet that is Russell Brand in 'Recovery'

Creative outlet: Myf Garven in her garage. Picture: Jonathan Carroll

How multi-media artist Myf Garven found her voice making something from scratch

POPULAR: YouTube personality Georgia Productions. Picture: Supplied

Georgia Productions is keeping it real in an online world

Essie Davis in Miss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears. Picture: Supplied

REVIEWMiss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears is a turgid whodunit

Simon Weaving

Noah Jupe in Honey Boy. Picture: Supplied

REVIEWHoney Boy is a challenging, beautiful story

Cris Kennedy

FRESH TAKE: Spiced roasted cauliflower with Binnorie fetta and toasted seeds. Pictures: Marina Neil

REVIEWEmerson at Lovedale in Newcastle returns with fire in the belly

Liz Love

JUST ADD WATER: Writer Scott Bevan kayaks past a pelican off Wangi Wangi. Picture: Simone De Peak

Why the water feels like home

Scott Bevan

Supercharge your fitness in a state-of-the-art space

Supercharge your fitness in a state-of-the-art space

Local builders offer lifetime structural guarantee on award winning homes

Local builders offer lifetime structural guarantee on award winning homes

A healthy diet is important for brain development

A healthy diet is important for brain development

Autumnal hues of the USA and Canada

Autumnal hues of the USA and Canada

Good looking: The latest adjustable beds feature stylish design allowing them to blend in with any bedroom decor.

The adjustable way to your best night's sleep

Sponsored content

Dr John Newton

'Best job in the world': The Newcastle plastic surgeon who's changed thousands of lives

Sponsored content

Stockholm, Sweden.

Cruise the Baltic on a fully escorted tour

Emma Brown

What to look for when you are joining a new gym

What to look for when you are joining a new gym

Tom Sebo

Relax: The view from the main verandah at penthouse apartment at Breakwater.

PHOTOSHomes of the Hunter: Stunning location, stylish interior at Shoal Bay

Jim Kellar

VERSATILE: The home is equally suited to relaxed family life or for entertaining.

PHOTOSLuxury listing in prized pocket of New Lambton

Renee Valentine

Ultimate beachside haven | Property of the week

PHOTOSUltimate beachside haven | Property of the week

Renee Valentine

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STRONG TURN-OUT: Triathlon numbers in the Hunter region are booming and a big field across all ages took part in the Sparke Helmore Newcastle City Triathlon last month. Picture: supplied

Change in season can offer new challenge

Fire and Rescue NSW - Hunter report

Fire and Rescue NSW - Hunter report

Leading Firefighter Rod Hill

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Helping patients get a smoother ride

Helping patients get a smoother ride

Hunter Heroes 2020: nominate the environmental champions in your community

Hunter Heroes 2020: nominate the environmental champions in your community

BETINA HUGHES

AMAZING DISCOVERY: The University of Newcastle's Dr Heather Sharp with the rare footage. Picture: Simone De Peak

'A Novocastrian treasure': video footage of Newcastle celebrating the end of WWII donated to university

TAKING FLIGHT: Roy O'Donovan celebrates after scoring the match-winner in the Jets' 2-1 win over Perth Glory at McDonald Jones Stadium on Saturday night. Pictures: Jonathan Carroll

A-League: Turbo-charged Jets seek more glory

Trapeze: Alison Pickup performing at the 90th anniversary of the opening of the Civic Theatre and City Hall. Pictures: Jonathan Carroll

Carnival atmosphere for Civic Theatre and City Hall's birthday

Dedication and design on display at Mulletfest 2020

PHOTOSDedication and design on display at Mulletfest 2020

Relax: The view from the main verandah at penthouse apartment at Breakwater.

PHOTOSHomes of the Hunter: Stunning location, stylish interior at Shoal Bay

Jim Kellar

READY TO ROW: Dr Denis Gordon pours champagne over the new surf boat he helped fund for Swansea-Belmont Surf Life Saving Club at Friday afternoon's unveil in Blacksmiths. Picture: Marina Neil

Doctor's script hands local surf club a new boat

Max McKinney

VERSATILE: The home is equally suited to relaxed family life or for entertaining.

PHOTOSLuxury listing in prized pocket of New Lambton

Renee Valentine

FINANCIAL STRAIN: Nat Meyers with wife Peta and daughters Audrey and Violet at their Macquarie Hills home on Friday. Peta has been diagnosed with Huntington's disease. Picture: Simon McCarthy

SUBSCRIBER'It's just heartbreaking': Sehez debt adds to family's terminal illness trauma

Michael Parris

Letters: Workers must be included in any transition

HAVE YOUR SAYLetters: Workers must be included in any transition

Letters: Manufacture some support for the Australian industry

HAVE YOUR SAYLetters: Manufacture some support for the Australian industry

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DISINCENTIVE: Working seniors lose pension and pay tax. Image: Shutterstock

Pension's unkind cuts

Eileen Wood

SEA FARE: A six-time Australian spearfishing champion, Ben Cropp has never lost his passion for the sport and gets out on the reef at every opportunity.

Deep into his element

John Piggott

MAGIC NUMBER: If you've had more than 10 sexual partners in your lifetime, you may be at a greater risk of developing cancer. Photo: Shutterstock.

Sexual partners linked to cancer

Samara Ross

Lake Illawarra Police District Sergeant Peter Northey addresses reporters on Tuesday. Picture: Robert Peet.

Young girl's prank call exposes mum's pot crop: police

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How David Littleproud plans to make agriculture sexy again

How David Littleproud plans to make agriculture sexy again

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OUTBREAK: The closure of Charles Sturt University campuses is on the table in event of coronavirus outbreak. Photo: FILE

CSU closure on the table in event of coronavirus outbreak

2hrs ago

The national news agency, Australian Associated Press, will be closed at the end of June.

'A great loss': AAP Newswire to close in June

2hrs ago

TRAGEDY: Last month's train derailment at Wallan. Picture: SCOTT RICKARD

Hunt for answers: ARTC boss faces questions over train crash

Shana Morgan
2hrs ago

A woman has pleaded not guilty to using urine to endanger the life of her daughter in March 2015.

NSW girl 'never saw' mum inject urine

Luke Costin
2hrs ago

Jaymes Todd is appealing his life sentence for the rape and murder of Eurydice Dixon.

Sexual sadist appeals murder life sentence

Karen Sweeney
2hrs ago

A 50-year-old farmer is charged with rape, sexual assault and deceptive recruiting of labour.

Qld farmer accused of harassing worker

Sam Bailey, who is pictured with his wife Jenny, will share his story at the Garema gathering on March 5.

All welcome at drought support gathering

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Warlters joins Rural Aid

Warlters joins Rural Aid

The Land
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DRY: Australian Macadamia Society CEO, Jolyon Burnett, says the 2020 crop forecast is significantly down due to dry growing conditions last year.

Optimism remains despite reduced macadamia forecast

Ashley Walmsley
2hrs ago

PAYMENT LIFT: Interest-only loans will likely face conversion to principal and interest.

Maturing interest-only loans facing huge jump in costs

OPTIONS: With so many beautiful animals available, which one is right for you?

Everything you need to know to find your pawfect match

RSPCA

NEW BEGINNINGS: Many architects are already designing in fire prone areas using designs that are more sustainable and cost effective in the long term.

Rebuilding after the fires