Newcastle Herald
Wednesday, 6 December 2023
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'This will create a friction point for years to come'.
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Labor deputy mayor Madeline Bishop said the centre is an 'icon'.
Madeline Link
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The Myuna Bay Sport and Recreation Centre has been closed since 2019. Picture by David Stewart
How to save money on your Newcastle Harbour swim entry fee.
Donna Page • 6m ago
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Students at St Joseph's Kilaben Bay donated 20 food hampers.
Alanna Tomazin
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Claire Barber of CatholicCare Food Programs with students Alannah Rowan, Crystal Madappallil, Sofia McIntyre and Mia Redwin. Picture by Simone De Peak
The students tackled obstacles while being hit with colour bombs.
Alanna Tomazin
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Ellie Barnett and Jack Williamson jump over the ball pit.
The kangaroo had been loose for four days in freezing conditions.
Anna McGuinness
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The kangaroo has been sighted in Oshawa, east of Toronto in Canada. Pictures by Janet Grixti, Global News and CTV News
The majority of experts and economists tipped the pause.
Jade Lazarevic
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Difficulties in performing elective surgery at 'full internal capacity'.
Damon Cronshaw • 36m ago
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John Hunter Hospital. Picture by Marina Neil
Newcastle v Central Coast at No.1 Sportsground on Sunday.
Josh Callinan • 36m ago
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Newcastle representative all-rounder Adrian Isherwood. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: More ideas to stop Laman Street 'rat run'
Letters to the Editor • 1hr ago
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Changes to Laman Street welcome.
'With Andrew Blades and Scott Wisemantel coming on board, it definitely pushed me over the edge.'
James Gardiner
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'He's a pretty high-class player for this competition'
Josh Callinan
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Wests recruit Will Smith. Picture Getty Images
'We were hoping to expand outside the region with events.'
Craig Kerry
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"You have to invest in them. They are getting better and better every week."
James Gardiner
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Newcastle Jets centre-backs mark Natta and Phil Cancar. Picture Getty Images
Updates on breaking news, traffic and everything across the Hunter.
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The Westpac Rescue Helicopter on scene at Booragul. Picture supplied
Billionaire Michael Bloomberg is paying for the trip.
Michael Parris
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Nuatali Nelmes and Joel Fitzgibbon at the COP28 summit in Dubai. Imaged supplied
The students tackled obstacles while being hit with colour bombs.
Alanna Tomazin
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Charlestown professional Andrew Dodt sets sight on Saudi-backed mega-rich tour.
James Gardiner
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Andrew Dodt lets rip with a drive at the Australian Open last weekend. Picture by David Tease, NSW Golf
Around 20 inmates have been making music in jail.
Jim Kellar
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The vehicles were spotted floating in the water at Port Stephens.
Jessica Brown
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The three vehicles were completely inundated with water. Picture from facebook/Cathy Evans
Hasson secures world junior titles berth with national victory.
Craig Kerry
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Eden Hasson after his victory on Sunday. Picture by @moshxmedia, Surfing Australia

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EDF has applied for a feasibility licence in the Hunter Offshore zone.
Matthew Kelly
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Upper Hunter residents believe the things they do are worthwhile.
Matthew Kelly
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Hunter residents travel to Sydney to rally against renewable impacts.
Matthew Kelly
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An anti-windfarm protester joins Hunter residents Alan Hogan (centre) and John McGrath. Picture by Matthew Kelly.
Hunter Transmission Route runs across picturesque Watagan property.
Matthew Kelly
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Barbara Dawson and her brother Chris Turner at the Turner family's Watagan property. Picture by Jonathan Carroll.
Despite 13 interest rate rises since May property prices are still on the up.
Jen Melocco
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The incident is under investigation.
Bradley Jurd
A still of the fight between a traffic controller and truck driver. Picture is from video
Police allege more than 1,500 phones were stolen.
Anna Houlahan
Police arrest a man who held a "position of responsibility" at a telco he's accused of defrauding. Picture via NSW Police
The much-hyped video game is scheduled for release in 2025.
Anna Houlahan
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Scenes from Rockstar's GTA 6 trailer. Picture via Rockstar Games
Cabin crews at major airline have voted to stop work.
Jessica Coates
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Virgin Australia staff at the Canberra airport.
Around 20 inmates have been making music in jail.
Jim Kellar
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He's your average bloke powered by the magic of Christmas.
Madeline Link
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Australia's most awarded show car of the year heads to Canberra.
Peter Brewer
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Summernats co-owner Andy Lopez has reshuffled the schedule, with the popular Braddon fringe festival extended to three nights. Picture by Gary Ramage
Tony Gluck is ready to sell, but only to a buyer with passion.
Jim Kellar
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Bank Corner espresso bar is a stylish, Bohemian, sidestreet landmark in Newcastle West. Picture by Max Mason-Hubers
Newcastle v Central Coast at No.1 Sportsground on Sunday.
Josh Callinan • 36m ago
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'With Andrew Blades and Scott Wisemantel coming on board, it definitely pushed me over the edge.'
James Gardiner
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Tighthead prop Bo Abra has re-signed with the Hunter Wildfires. Picture by Stewart Hazell
'He's a pretty high-class player for this competition'
Josh Callinan
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Wests recruit Will Smith. Picture Getty Images
'We were hoping to expand outside the region with events.'
Craig Kerry
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"You have to invest in them. They are getting better and better every week."
James Gardiner
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Newcastle Jets centre-backs mark Natta and Phil Cancar. Picture Getty Images
Charlestown professional Andrew Dodt sets sight on Saudi-backed mega-rich tour.
James Gardiner
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Andrew Dodt lets rip with a drive at the Australian Open last weekend. Picture by David Tease, NSW Golf
Hasson secures world junior titles berth with national victory.
Craig Kerry
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Eden Hasson after his victory on Sunday. Picture by @moshxmedia, Surfing Australia
More than half the entries are in laidback country locations.
Akash Arora
From family-friendly resorts to luxe digs, we have you covered.
Akash Arora
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Spicers Sangoma.
We have found a Johnnycake of pure joy.
Kristie Kellahan
Looking for the best seafood in the US? Make a beeline for Boston
Lovers of food and culture should check into this charmer.
Natascha Mirosch
Chao Phraya is a gateway to the living history of the Thai capital.
Narina Exelby
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If these waters could talk: Discover Bangkok through its River of Kings
Kotor is Montenegro's picturesque capital set amid mountains.
Visit this gem of an island in the Adriatic as part of a cruise
K'gari stuns with its ancient forests and crystal waters.
Carrie Hutchinson
Shifting sands: This gorgeous island in Queensland is on the move
Plus, get a 15 per cent discount on a cruise in the Arctic.
Deal of the week: Save more than 40 per cent on a holiday in Bali
'This will create a friction point for years to come'.
Michael Parris Madeline Link
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Labor deputy mayor Madeline Bishop said the centre is an 'icon'.
Madeline Link
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The Myuna Bay Sport and Recreation Centre has been closed since 2019. Picture by David Stewart
'I wish we didn't have to talk about this, but unfortunately we do.'
Madeline Link
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Toronto resident Angela Finney brought the idea to partner with DV Safe Phone to the council earlier this year. Picture by Peter Lorimer
The sale topped the previous record of $2.8 million.
Jade Lazarevic
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The home occupies a block spanning a quarter of an acre.
Jade Lazarevic
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This renovated 1920s California bungalow at 33 Silsoe Street in Hamilton South is set to hit the market later this month with Sarah Bennett at Belle Property. Picture supplied
The family has amassed an impressive property portfolio over the years.
Jade Lazarevic
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Justin and Brooke Norris with children, Sabre, Biggy, Sockie, Naz, Disco and Charm.
The house still has the owner's hole-in-one score sheet.
Jade Lazarevic
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The previous record sale for a house in Croudace Bay was $1.525m.
Jade Lazarevic
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This five-bedroom home at 55 St Johns Drive in Croudace Bay has topped the suburb record after it sold for more than $1.7 million. Picture supplied
The early 1900s-era home will not be demolished.
Jade Lazarevic
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The auction of this waterfront home at 20 - 22 Renwick Street, Toronto sold for $3.52 million with Kate Rundle at Walkom Real Estate. Picture supplied
Many things possible for Hunter's remaining players during mining transition
Phillip O'Neill
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There is great value in embracing idleness.
Tarnya Davis
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Tarnya Davis
An invaluable Hunter passenger train service is ready and waiting.
Bradley Perrett
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It's doable for the NSW government: we should have a Cessnock rail service
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: More ideas to stop Laman Street 'rat run'
Letters to the Editor • 1hr ago
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Changes to Laman Street welcome.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Energy switch inevitable, let's get cracking
Letters to the Editor
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Energy switch inevitable so let's get cracking

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Garbage collectors are the backbone of our waste management systems.
Greg Watts • 6m ago
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The board was highly critical of several key elements.
Scott Prasser • 6m ago
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Problems identified included the lack of consistency in the criteria used across the different school systems to determine whether a school is remote. Picture Shutterstock
We need to get our own house in order on climate change.
Peter Dunn • 6m ago
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Ghana migrant Ebenezer Banful prides himself on connecting cultures.
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The Land
A lunch at NSW Parliament House was a great way for the NSW Farm Writers Association to end 2023.
Denis Howard
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The quality 464 hectare cropping and grazing property Kyntyre has sold before auction.
Mark Phelps
The quality 464 hectare cropping and grazing property Kyntyre has sold before auction. Picture supplied
Key drivers in soil conservation begin with the basics.
Jamie Brown
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Soil scientists Dr John Grant and Gavin Tinning from Southern Cross University and the South East Queensland Northern NSW Innovation hub at Booyong for World Soil Day.
There was a hint of sunshine peeping through the clouds at Braidwood's store cattle sale last Friday.
Hayley Warden
Wincraden Pastoral Company, Tarago, manager Ray Lawrence, and proprietor Winston Nash. Picture supplied
Orange MP Philip Donato seeks to introduce amendment to animal cruelty bill.
Hayley Warden Simon Chamberlain
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New Zealand dairy farmer Peter Morgan, Pokuru, South Waikato, has used virtual fencing technology for three years. Pictures supplied
Car Expert
Will Australia have a new sales champion come the end of 2023? The Ranger is breathing down the HiLux's neck with weeks to go...
Mike Costello
Tesla's EV market share in Australia slipped below 50 per cent in November, as Chinese options hit the market from $40,000 and create choice.
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MG 4 outsells Tesla Model 3 as cut-price electric cars arrive
Tesla's selling a mini Cybertruck for kids. Like the full-sized version, it's electric, though it has 19km of range and a top speed of 16km/h.
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Tesla is selling a little Cybertruck for your little ones
Suzuki's five-door Jimny XL is $3000 more than the three-door, starting from $34,990 before on-road costs, and is already facing long waits.
William Stopford
Volkswagen has reportedly paused production of its ID.3 and Cupra Born at its Zwickau plant due to weaker than expected demand for the electric hatches.
Jade Credentino
Low demand forces VW to pause electric hatch production again - report