Plus - nurses have gone on strike, leading to longer emergency department wait times See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Also - the Consumer Watchdog's interim probe into the big supermarkets to be released today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Man found shot in both legs in West Wallsend, four in custody

Also - the Weather Bureau issues a warning about heavy rain, winds and surf on the cards today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nine alleged climate protesters to face Newcastle Court today

Three deliberately lit bushfires in Lake Macquarie in recent days

Plus - Peter Dutton is facing renewed presser to reveal the cost of his nuclear energy planSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Which Hunter suburbs have the highest and lowest life expectancy?

Also today - the Knights sign two new back rowers ahead of the 2025 NRL season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police charge 14-year-old with drink driving following Newcastle pursuit

Also today - talk the PEP-11 offshore gas project might be rejected after all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Body of worker recovered from Hunter mine shaft - sparking  investigation

Also today - the search continues for a worker who's feared to have fallen down a mine shaft in Ellalong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nuatali Nelmes concedes defeat in Newcastle Lord Mayoral race

Also today - the state government poised to announce reforms to keep music festivals alive and kicking. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Independent Ross Kerridge edges ahead in the Newcastle Lord Mayoral race

Also - the Knights NRLW side are still a shot at a premiership hat-trick following a big weekend win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Newcastle Lord Mayoral race remains neck-and-neck following weekend elections

Plus - whooping cough cases have reached their highest level since 2016See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds of jobs cut from Lake Macquarie coal mine

Plus - the Knights warn critics against writing them off ahead of Saturday's elimination final against the CowboysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crash victims' relatives "surprised and satisified" with Brett Button's jail sentence

Plus - late finishing roadworks cause dramas around Hexham BridgeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bus crash driver Brett Button to speak publicly

Plus - the Prime Minister commits to a social media ban for childrenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter nurses on strike; Ponga rejects Roosters rumours

Plus - key Hunter projects delayed due to striking electriciansSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Knights embrace underdog status ahead of finals

Also today - the Knights must-win NRL clash against the Dolphins is a sell out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter para-athlete Lauren Parker wins SECOND Paris gold

The winner of Sunday's clash at McDonald Jones Stadium progresses to the finals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tyson Frizell, Tyson Gamble back for the Knights clash with the Dolphins

Plus - firefighters will continue backburning at Tomago following yesterday's bushfire emergencySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter para-triathlete Lauren Parker wins gold

Also today - the Hunter-based Sid Fogg's Coaches to officially change hands today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Knights finals dreams still alive following home win over the Titans

Also - Westpac tip a cash rate cut in February. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police investigating death of Malcolm Bridge in the Valley renew appeal for info

Also today - the price of cigarettes set to jump by nearly 7% this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter hopes in the para-triathlon, wheelchair racing and the pool prepare for Paris

Emergency services are at the scene. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Car crash closes southbound lanes of Nelson Bay Road at Williamtown

Also today - talk Bradman Best is close to returning as the Knights prepare to face the Titans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geotechnical work underway for high speed rail between Newcastle and Sydney

Also - Nurses and Midwives are walking off the job at the John Hunter this afternoon over an ongoing pay dispute.  Image - Geoscience Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More weekend aftershocks following the Hunter Valley quakes

Also today - two of the Hunter's hopes have progressed at the WSL event in Fiji.  Image: 9NEWSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Experts fear a whale caught in nets in Sydney is different to the one seen off our coast

Also today - the latest Domain housing report shows some Hunter suburbs are raking in profits in the hundreds of thousands when selling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new site has been proposed for the Newcastle Basketball Stadium development

Also today - three possible replacement playmakers in the mix for the Knights must-win clash with South Sydney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four now charged accused of a violent Rutherford abduction

Also - the Mount Pleasant coal mine expansion in the Hunter Valley given the OK to proceed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Knights halves to face the Bunnies in their do-or-die clash revealed today

Also today - the latest batch of new police hit the streets of the Hunter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Knights finals chances take a hit following golden point loss to Sharks

Plus - a new bridge will be built over the Paterson River at GresfordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alleged Medowie meth dealer facing more than 20 charges

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Off-duty cop attacked in Catherine Hill Bay road rage incident

Plus - a nurse who risked her life to save a swimmer from drowning at Merewether is among those receiving a bravery awardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fighter jets feared damage after Williamtown RAAF base mishap

Plus - it remains harder to find a rental in the Hunter than in SydneySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teen charged over violent bashing on exclusive Merewether street

Plus - sand is being dumped on Jimmys Beach from today following recent erosionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it time for NSW to legalise drinking alcohol in public?

Also today - more than $120,000 raised to help the family of Lake Macquarie crocodile attack victim David Hogbin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newcastle's Jess Hull qualifies for a chance at a 1500m medal in Paris

Plus - Australia wins four Olympic gold medals in an historic night in ParisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

M1 reopens after fiery truck crash

Plus - an elderly man has died after crashing his car at a Mayfield service stationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Outpouring of support for croc attack victim David Hogbin

David Hogbin was attacked by a crocodile in Far North Queensland while on holiday with his family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BREAKING: Croc attack victim named as Lake Macquarie doctor

Also today - operators of Newcastle's light rail raise concerns about several serious collisions over the past year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One dead, another hospitalised following horror crash at Cessnock

Also - we have Hunter hopes in action in women's hockey, men's water polo and track and field in Paris tonight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Beer and Spirits tax has gone up - meaning a shout at the Hunter's pubs costs more from today

Also - talk a Woolworths could open at the old Bunnings site in Belmont North.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter Hockeyroos star Mariah Williams scores to salvage a draw with Argentina in Paris

The national side has bowed out of competition this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heartbreak for local Matildas stars Emily Van Egmond and Clare Wheeler in Paris

Also - the Mark Hughes Foundation donates $1M to two groups at the forefront of brain cancer researchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Knights take a fresh halves pairing to Penrith

Also today - our Hunter hockey stars celebrate wins in Paris. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unions applaud quarter of a billion dollar spend on council apprenticeships

Also - injury concerns for the Panthers ahead of hosting the Knights in the NRL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police appeal for help solving 30 Hunter cases this National Missing Persons Week

Plus - the Knights have started the new NRLW season with a thrilling winSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drivers warned of New England Hwy gridlock

Plus - the driver accused of hitting a traffic controller at the Jesmond roadworks remains in custodySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter Valley house prices jump $30k in 3 months

Plus - the Knights gear up for the NRLW season opener against the Roosters tomorrowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police operation causing traffic gridlock at Jesmond

Plus - why Hunter nurses and midwives are rallying todaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fire tears through Port Stephens home

Plus - Knights star Bradman Best is waiting to hear how long he'll be sidelined with a hamstring injurySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Modular homes to help ease Lake Macquarie's housing crisis

Plus - Newcastle's Origin reps will back up for the Knights' clash with Brisbane tomorrowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newcastle Olympian sacrifices part of his finger to compete in Paris

Plus - Knights trio Bradman Best, Kalyn Ponga and Dane Gagai are looking to make their mark on tonight's Origin deciderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joke backlash forces Tenacious D to cancel tour, devastating Newcastle fans

Plus - overnight trains are running again on the Hunter line, following the recent protestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Less homes listed for sale in the Hunter

Plus - fresh injury concerns for the Knights after yesterday's 44-6 loss to ManlySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warning for Barrington Tops snow chasers

Plus - Maitland's events calendar is getting a shake upSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another activist jailed over Newcastle coal train protests

Plus - latest NAPLAN results show the literacy and numeracy skills of Hunter students are below the state averageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW has the highest MDMA use in regional Australia

Plus - Knights coach Adam O'Brien has made several changes to his side to face Manly this weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newcastle woman flown home after horror Bali scooter crash

Plus - the search for missing Toronto fisherman Luke Smith has entered a third daySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jailed anti-coal protestor released on appeal

Plus - three Knights stars have been picked for next week's Origin deciderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learner driver charged over deadly Salt Ash crash

Plus - a Medowie man's been arrested by Sex Crimes Squad detectivesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Relatives of accused Hunter teen terrorist speak of their shock

Plus - passenger train services are being disrupted by another anti-coal protest in the HunterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teen arrested after scare at Newcastle MP's office

Plus - six climate activists have been charged over a series of protests in the HunterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Man hit and killed by car at Cardiff was laying on the road

Plus - five teenagers have been caught over a vandalism spree targeting new homes being built in Cameron ParkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter ranked among worst regions for rent hikes

Plus - six teenagers have been arrested over a high speed police chase through the Hunter ValleySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

POLL: Hunter voters not comfortable living near a nuclear reactor

Plus - the Hunter's poultry sector wants us to keep buying eggs, despite concerns about bird flu  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fears NSW could run out of gas at any second

Plus - plans for a wind farm off the Hunter's coastline have taken a major step forwardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mixed reaction to Dutton's proposed Hunter Valley nuclear reactor

The old Liddell power plant site is among seven sites identified nationwideSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BREAKING: Peter Dutton's plan for a Hunter Valley nuclear reactor

Plus - big ticket Hunter projects overlooked in state budgetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BIGGEST LOSER: The Hunter not as overweight as it used to be

Plus - cash handouts ruled out in today's state budgetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Billy Slater backs Dane Gagai to play Origin again before he retires

Plus - Bradman Best misses out on an Origin call upSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fears for a whale tangled up in netting off our coastline

Plus - a motorcyclist has lost his life in a crash at Charlestown overnightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fake porn scandal engulfs Newcastle school

Also today - TAFE to get millions in the upcoming NSW budget. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sentencing date in Hunter Valley bus tragedy case could be set today

Also today - one of the big four banks reckons we won't see a rate cut till next year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new owners of the Newcastle Jets outline their vision for the club

Also today - a billion dollar spend expected in the NSW budget to fix minor issues at our schools like leaking roofs and busted toilets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today marks one year since the Greta bus tragedy

Also - the Knights go down to Melbourne in a hard-fought battle at AAMI Park. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Socceroo, hot air balloon pilot amongst Hunter Kings Birthday honours recipients

It means the series will be decided in Townsville later this month.  Image: NRL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WOMEN'S ORIGIN THRILLER: QLD win game two in Newcastle

Some 30,000 will head along to McDonald Jones Stadium for game two of the historic three-game series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The countdown begins ahead of tonight's Women's Origin clash in Newcastle

Also today - Novak Djokovic sensationally withdraws from the French Open. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Court today for man accused of Maitland police pursuit; State of Origin countdown begins

Her efforts overnight might be her ticket to the Paris Olympics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter product Clare Wheeler scores in the Matildas 2-0 win over China

Also - millions to reportedly benefit from increase to minimum wage next month.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two dead following horror weekend on the Hunter's roads

Also today - fire rips through a building in Maitland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hunter braces for a VERY wet weekend to start winter

Plus - thousands of Ticketmaster customers could be caught up in a major data breachSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tributes for Belmont schoolgirl killed in bike crash

Also today - new data shows less than 20% of rentals in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie are available for under $400 a week.  Image: NSW Government See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drivers warned of delays as Newcastle Inner-City Bypass works ramps up

Also today - it's been revealed the previous NSW Government hired 10,000 consultants over five years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Knights star Dane Gagai reveals he's keen to play on past that two-year extension

Plus - for the first time in six years, no Knights players will be involved in a State of Origin gameSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Burnt out Hunter teachers reporting psychological injuries

Also today - just ONE winner of that $150M Powerball jackpot!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mining jobs to go if Eraring Power Station fails to broker new supply deal

Origin Energy and NSW government have come to an agreement to keep the plant running longer - it was scheduled to close next year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BREAKING: Eraring Power Station to remain open until 2027

There's talk the federal coalition have earmarked more than half a dozen sites across the country.  Image - ABCSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The opposition reportedly keen on a nuclear power station in the Valley

Also - calls for more money in the state budget to sort out the huge number of potholes being dealt with across the state.  Image - NSW Government See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Concept designs, fresh details on the proposed Broadmeadow precinct released

Also -  major maintenance work begins today on the Hunter Valley rail network.  Image - Cessnock Council See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Work has begun on a memorial for the Greta bus tragedy victims

Also today - we've felt the coldest temps of 2024 this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW Premier announces summit to address impacts of social media on young people

 NSW go 1-0 in the series ahead of next month's game in Newcastle. Photo - NRLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Knights stars shine for the Blues in their Women's State of Origin win

Also today - the Mayor of Port Stephens calls for the NSW Government to fork out the final cash needed for Nelson Bay Road upgrades. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Court today for man charged over $1M cannabis discovery in the valley

Good news for commuters too - Nelson Bay Road is getting millions for upgrades. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tax and energy bill relief heading the Hunter's way thanks to the Federal Budget

Also today - Business Hunter gives its wish list ahead of tonight's Federal Budget.  Image - CNNSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hear from the pilot at the centre of that emergency landing at Newcastle Airport

The light aircraft suffered an issue with its landing gear shortly after takeoff to Port MacquarieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BREAKING: Plane makes belly landing at Newcastle Airport

Also - two Knights stars looking at stints on the sidelines ahead of Magic Round.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teen charged over fatal Cooranbong crash

Also today - Newcastle tops the list of Hunter LGAs when it comes to wellbeing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police renew appeal to locate diver linked to Port of Newcastle cocaine haul

Also - the latest from the Knights camp ahead of Saturday's clash with the Tigers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three teens charged over alleged knifepoint carjacking and pursuit in Newcastle

Also - calls for grassroots sports in the Hunter to get synthetic fields with another weekend of washouts on the cards. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been a fatal crash on the M1 at Cooranbong this morning

Also today - the Reserve Bank to make its latest call on the cash rate today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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