The Latest Breaking News from Hunter

Early voting for this month's federal election kicks off today, with a handful of locations across the Hunter accepting prepoll ballots.

The availability and effectiveness of retraining programs for displaced workers would be a key factor in the the success of the Hunter's energy transition, the head of Australia's peak career development body believes.

Over $22,000 was raised for Ukraine during last weeks 'Aid Concert for Ukraine' at Newcastle Christ Church Cathedral. Co-organiser Marty Adnum said the organisers were nervous for the event without knowing what support they would receive but the concert sold out, with 550 tickets purchased. "It was absolutely incredible. We…

"It's framed that they're coming for your jobs," researcher Dr Gareth Edwards says.

What began as a better than usual start to the year on Hunter roads descended into tragedy this week, with three fatal crashes in four days across the region.

Thousands of Hunter teachers skipped school on Wednesday, joining others across the state calling for "more than thanks."

Hunter Defence Taskforce chair Tim Owen said that, with billions in new defence infrastructure investment on the horizon, the conference would be an "unmatched opportunity" for contractors

More than 40 events are planned throughout May and June, showcasing and celebrating the best the region has to offer - including the sub-regions of Broke and Lovedale.

"As everyone knows the 2020 vintage was a tricky one in the Hunter." Plus, last minute Mother's Day ideas and more foodie news.

Deputy Premier Paul Toole says several thousand hectares in the Central West and Hunter been deemed unsuitable because of the environmental and economic implications, citing a clear market shift in the interest in building new coal mines.

A man will face court next month over alleged assault and intimidation offences at a correctional centre in the Hunter.