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An artist's impression of the Horizon development from Hill Thalis Architecture & Urban Projects and CKDS Architects.

Latest waterfront apartments on the horizon

Michael Parris

Family tradition: Maria Maisano outside her restaurant, Hungry Wolf's, at Belmont. Picture: Marina Neil

FOODBelmont pizzeria offers a slice of Calabria

Lisa Rockman
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NEW ADVENTURE: Underwater walker Rod Moore, photographed in 2017 at Lake Macquarie. Picture: Marina Neil

Moore plunges deep for a walk in the west

Scott Bevan
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Old clunker: AGL wants to close Liddell power station in 2023 however, the federal government is pressuring the company to keep it going. Picture: Simone DePeak

Liddell's toxic legacy looms large

Matthew Kelly
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Perm, Mutual pass on interest rate cut

Perm, Mutual pass on interest rate cut

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The 50 greatest players in Newcastle Knights' history (40 to 31)

The 50 greatest players in Newcastle Knights' history (40 to 31)

BARRY TOOHEY
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RIPPING: Newcastle's Sarah Baum tearing through her round-one heat on Tuesday in the Doyle Partners Women's Pro at Merewether Beach. Pictures: Paul Danovaro

Surfest: Sarah Baum rides her luck into round three

Craig Kerry

Moving forward: Dr Jerry Schwartz hopes to have the Aboriginal cultural centre opened in the basement of the former post office by the end of the year. Picture: Marina Neil.

SUBSCRIBERSpecial delivery, Jerry Schwartz lodges development application for former Newcastle Post Office

Matthew Kelly

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

Man arrested following alleged break and enter offences at Jesmond

Cash rate cut to new low of 0.5 per cent

Kirsten Molloy a finalist in Telstra awards

An artist's impression of the Horizon development from Hill Thalis Architecture & Urban Projects and CKDS Architects.

Latest waterfront apartments on the horizon

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

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

Man arrested following alleged break and enter offences at Jesmond

Man arrested following alleged break and enter offences at Jesmond

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?'

Man dies after Mandalong motorcycle crash

Man dies after Mandalong motorcycle crash

Dedication and design on display at Mulletfest 2020

PHOTOSDedication and design on display at Mulletfest 2020

FOODBelmont pizzeria offers a slice of Calabria

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SKorea orders more beds as cases rises

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Moore plunges deep for a walk in the west

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Liddell's toxic legacy looms large

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Perm, Mutual pass on interest rate cut

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The 50 greatest players in Newcastle Knights' history (40 to 31)

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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

A low-end pandemic could cost the global economy $US2.33 trillion. Picture: Shutterstock

Pandemic could knock $2.3 trillion or more from global economy

Kirsten Lawson

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

Cash rate cut to new low of 0.5 per cent

Kirsten Lawson

A low-end pandemic could cost the global economy $US2.33 trillion. Picture: Shutterstock

Pandemic could knock $2.3 trillion or more from global economy

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

Australia weighs new virus travel bans

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

Coronavirus could provide an opportunity for Australia with China

Steve Evans

The 50 greatest players in Newcastle Knights' history (40 to 31)

The 50 greatest players in Newcastle Knights' history (40 to 31)

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SATISFIED: Newcastle coach Scott Coleman. Picture: Stewart Hazell

Army winger earns rep call-up

RIPPING: Newcastle's Sarah Baum tearing through her round-one heat on Tuesday in the Doyle Partners Women's Pro at Merewether Beach. Pictures: Paul Danovaro

Surfest: Sarah Baum rides her luck into round three

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

GRINNERS: New Lambton captured the minor premiership-championship double in just their second season of Herald Women's Premier League last year. Picture: Jonathan Carroll

NNSW WPL 2020 Preview: Competition opens up in season of change

Renee Valentine

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

DAVID LOWE

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

Renee Valentine

Steve Fulmer

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

BARRY TOOHEY

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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Family tradition: Maria Maisano outside her restaurant, Hungry Wolf's, at Belmont. Picture: Marina Neil

FOODBelmont pizzeria offers a slice of Calabria

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REVIEWThe 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

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

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

Ready for a challenge: New director Peter Lazarus outside the Beach Hotel in Merewether. Picture: Max Mason-Hubers

The new owner of the 'Beaches' has big plans for the iconic Newcastle pub

Jim Kellar

Running with a good idea: Lauren Steel and Brigita Millard of House of Lita at Wickham. Picture: Simone De Peak

These creative women are building their own brand

Jade Lazarevic

Hinako in Ride Your Wave. Picture: Ride Your Wave Film Partner

REVIEWSweet, sometimes strange story

Ron Cerabona

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

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Dr John Newton

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

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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

An artist's impression of the Horizon development from Hill Thalis Architecture & Urban Projects and CKDS Architects.

Latest waterfront apartments on the horizon

Michael Parris

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

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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

NEW POLICY: Deputy Prime Minster Michael McCormack said aviation was a major regional issue. Photo: Karleen Minney

Regional aviation to take off under new federal government policy

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Amy McIntosh turned her life around after beating an addiction to ice. Picture: Emma Hillier

Recovered addict in support of ice inquiry's findings

ON THE TOOLS: German carpenter Titian Dorn is part of the volunteer team at the Kangaroo Valley BlazeAid camp. Photo: Sylvia Liber

Blaze Aid brings Kangaroo Valley back to life

The NSW government has announced stamp duty relief for some victims of the devastating bushfires.

Stamp duty relief for fire-hit NSW buyers

NSW chief health officer Dr Kerry Chant said there was an escalation of diagnoses in the state.

Further coronavirus cases confirmed in NSW

AAP reporters

How David Littleproud plans to make agriculture sexy again

How David Littleproud plans to make agriculture sexy again

Jamieson Murphy

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

Angela Thompson

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

Nadine Morton

Ted Little and Central Western ewe competitions coordinator, Dominique Nixon, watches on with Kate Kirk, Bundemar stud, Baldry, Jennifer Jones, Darriwell stud, Trundle and Bernadette Crouch, Karu, Condobolin.

Central West champs

Mark Griggs
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At least 10 individual cattle breeds saw a rise in exhibits at the Royal Canberra Show, which was also boosted by the return of competitors in the Saler, Santa Gerturdis, Lincoln Red and Highland rings.

Is this the revival of cattle at Canberra Show?

Lucy Kinbacher and Stephen Burns
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"The targets have been achieved so now it's time to take off embargoes"

"The targets have been achieved so now it's time to take off embargoes"

Samantha Townsend

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