Newcastle Herald
Sunday, 10 December 2023
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About 1558 households were without power as the city baked.
Simon McCarthy
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Pete has been living on the streets of Newcastle for more than 30 years.
Matthew Kelly
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Pete allowed Newcastle Herald photographer Simone DePeak to photograph him.
Firefighters have extinguished a restaurant fire.
Simon McCarthy
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'I can't fathom how somebody would want to hurt an animal like that.'
Madeline Link
Jessica Munro was forced to move out of her house after a neighbour baited her dog with fish hooks and thumb tacks. Picture by Simone De Peak
Friends and family remember former policeman Mark Lucas.
Gabriel Fowler
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Friends and family of Mark Lucas at Nobbys yesterday morning. Picture by Peter Lorimer
A strange request in a recruitment interview has gone viral.
Jessica Coates
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Source: file photo.
The Insider, Dog Day Afternoon or Scent of a Woman?
Anna Houlahan
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Al Pacino plays journalist Lowell Bergman in which film? File pictures
See the full list of the most expensive and most affordable streets.
The stadium could wait more than five years to get a show court.
Michael Parris
An early concept image of the proposed basketball stadium at New Lambton. Image supplied
How to foster a new generation of skaters.
Simon McCarthy
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All the thrills and spills of the National level Australian Bowl Skateboarding King Of The Concrete competition at Bar Beach on Saturday, December 9, 2023. Picture by Peter Lorimer
In his return from a hamstring injury, Apostolos Stamatelopoulos scored the Jets' first and third goals to take his tally to six.
James Gardiner
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Newcastle Jets celebrate after a goal in their 3-0 win over Wellington at Sky Stadium on Saturday. Picture Getty Images
What's on
'Immediate, permanent ceasefire now for the people of Palestine.'
Madeline Link
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Does author Joseph Conrad have a link with the Hunter?
Mike Scanlon
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In a past age without radio or GPS technology to alert rescuers, there was no more terrifying sight than a sailing ship helpless and in flames at sea. Inset: Author Joseph Conrad
A good result in Wellington would provide a little launching pad for two winnable home matches.
David Lowe
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The former NRL player trained with the Roos on Thursday night.
Josh Callinan
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Zane Tetevano playing NRL for the Knights in 2014. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
The tackle height changes apply to all competitions below Super Rugby level and will start on February 10.
James Gardiner
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The legal height for tackles in rugby union has been changed to below the sternum. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
'I think all of them were written by Jeremy,' former NBN newsreader Ray Dinneen.
Donna Page
Former NBN newsreader Ray Dinneen was targeted by Scott Neylon.
Letters and Short Takes: what's driving teacher shortages
Letters to the Editor
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Testing time in the classroom.
Tom Jones on how his first Australian tour was almost cancelled.
Josh Leeson
'It's a bit of a constant struggle... but I get by.'
Jim Kellar
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Detail from a Will Maguire sculpture in the National Blacksmith Survey show at Port Macquarie.
The club are yet to appoint a new coach.
Renee Valentine
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Olivia Higgins. Picture by Marina Neil
The facility would recycle a wide range of lithium-ion battery types.
Matthew Kelly
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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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Upper Hunter residents strongly agreed that the things they do in their life are worthwhile, almost double that of metro areas.Picture Institute for Regional Futures.
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.
The awards also featured first looks at upcoming releases.
Jessica Coates Ayden Dawkins
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The cyclone is expected to impact the north Queensland coast.
Anna McGuinness
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The Bureau's forecast track map for Severe Tropical Cyclone Jasper as of 4.55 am AEST on December 8. Picture by the Bureau of Meteorology
What's on
'Immediate, permanent ceasefire now for the people of Palestine.'
Madeline Link
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Tom Jones on how his first Australian tour was almost cancelled.
Josh Leeson
'It's a bit of a constant struggle... but I get by.'
Jim Kellar
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Detail from a Will Maguire sculpture in the National Blacksmith Survey show at Port Macquarie.
In his return from a hamstring injury, Apostolos Stamatelopoulos scored the Jets' first and third goals to take his tally to six.
James Gardiner
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A good result in Wellington would provide a little launching pad for two winnable home matches.
David Lowe
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The Jets play Wellington on Saturday. Picture by Marina Neil.
The former NRL player trained with the Roos on Thursday night.
Josh Callinan
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Zane Tetevano playing NRL for the Knights in 2014. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
The tackle height changes apply to all competitions below Super Rugby level and will start on February 10.
James Gardiner
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The stadium could wait more than five years to get a show court.
Michael Parris
An early concept image of the proposed basketball stadium at New Lambton. Image supplied
'He wants to give it another year.'
Robert Dillon and Joshua Bartlett
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Jarrod Mullen. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
The Jets host Sydney FC at no.2 Sportsground on Sunday.
Renee Valentine
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Matildas winger Cortnee Vine has been named in Sydney FC's squad for their round-seven clash with Newcastle at No.2 Sportsground on Sunday. Picture by Anna Warr
Santiago is an eclectic city known for its rich history.
It's the season to celebrate - why not do it in style?
Tiana Templeman
We're calling it: The world's best revolving restaurants
The great statesman's wartime HQ is now London's hottest hotel.
Ute Junker
Take a staircase into Churchill's world at London's hottest new hotel
This resort's sustainability efforts are world-class.
Matt Brace
Which will you raise a Christmas toast to in your household?
Amy Cooper and Mal Chenu
Battle of the world's best sparkling-wine regions: Champagne v Prosecco
From family-friendly resorts to luxe digs, we have you covered.
Akash Arora
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Spicers Sangoma.
Yes, if you follow this step-by-step guide.
Janet Stone
The Big Question: Can long-haul flights with kids be stress-free?
Located in Glyfada, it's just metres from the Aegean Sea.
A gorgeous new hotel has just opened in Athens
'I think all of them were written by Jeremy,' former NBN newsreader Ray Dinneen.
Donna Page
Concept plans will be voted on at the next council meeting.
Minmi Road in October 2023. Picture by Simone De Peak
Workplace relations firm Pinnacle Integrity conducting investigation.
Donna Page
Local Government Minister Ron Hoenig wrote to lord mayor Nuatali Nelmes seeking an investigation into any links between council boss Jeremy Bath and the Scott Neylon letters.
See the full list of the most expensive and most affordable streets.
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
What does research tell us about wealth and generosity?
Tarnya Davis
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State government is planning a traffic hell in the Coalfields.
Bradley Perrett
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200,000 people, no new roads: hideous social experiment set for Lower Hunter
Many things possible for Hunter's remaining players during mining transition
Phillip O'Neill
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Hunter coal's last chapters being written, but blank pages remain
Letters and Short Takes: what's driving teacher shortages
Letters to the Editor
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Testing time in the classroom.
Letters and Short Takes: Australia Post service lost in the mail
Letters to the Editor
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Post "an essential service".

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See the full list of the most expensive and most affordable streets.
The moral fog of averting our gaze in Gaza.
Mark Kenny • 2hrs ago
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An injured Palestinian woman in hospital after her family home was bombed in Khan Yunis. Picture Getty Images
How to foster a new generation of skaters.
Simon McCarthy
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All the thrills and spills of the National level Australian Bowl Skateboarding King Of The Concrete competition at Bar Beach on Saturday, December 9, 2023. Picture by Peter Lorimer

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The Senior
Impersonation scams have fleeced $92 million from us in nine months. Here's how to not be duped.
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Anne-Mason Furmage won't let her lifelong disability defeat her.
Rowan Cowley
Disability advocate Ann-Mason Furmage. Picture supplied
Thousands have heard Reg's stories about Kokoda Track. He has some simple advice to young people.
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World War II veteran Reg Chard in his home at Villawood, Sydney, NSW. Picture supplied

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The Land
I could easily summarise 2023 as being the biggest year of my life. Personally and professionally there has been a lot going on, Keiley Noble writes.
Keiley Noble • 1hr ago
Hiking the wallaby and ironbark trails.
Rebecca Nadge
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The legless lizard was not prepared to move. Pictures by Rebecca Nadge
'You eventually enter the Twilight Zone.'
Layton Holley
Gerogery Hotel publican Norm Carl holds the record for the 1KG steak challenge - eight minutes. Picture by Mark Jesser
'For me, all of my shots need to tell a story...'
Orlander Ruming
Belinda Dimarzio-Bryan's photo of her son trying to feed the ram was chosen as the winner of the National Ag Day competition.
Robbie Sefton says basin communities are frustrated and they don't feel like they've been listened to.
Robbie Sefton
Robbie Sefton says basin communities are frustrated and they don't feel like they've been listened to. File picture
Car Expert
The new Nissan Qashqai is a much improved compact SUV, and presents well in ST-L form. It doesn't come cheap, though.
Scott Collie • 1hr ago
The newly appointed head of Volkswagen Group Australia says the company faces challenges, but it has a clear plan and competitive product.
William Stopford
VW Group Australia's new boss says company needs to pick up the pace
We ask the head of McLaren Automotive Asia Pacific and China how he thinks Australians will take to the new 750S.
Anthony Crawford
Q&A with Paul Harris, managing director for McLaren Asia Pacific and China
There are some early indications of pushback from buyers to the electric-only Porsche Macan due late in 2024.
Paul Gover
Porsche dealers pushing for petrol Macan stockpile as electrification hits
More than 15 per cent of roads in New South Wales received just one star in the latest assessment of road safety.
Jade Credentino
The sorry state of New South Wales' road network revealed