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| Convicted murderer Mark Basa has been released from detention after a fight against his deportation. PNG-born Basa was 16 when he was jailed for the stabbing murder of Zane McCready in Newcastle. | | Here's what happened |
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| Mining company Glencore's application to expand its mine site near Singleton has been refused by the Independent Planning Commission. The expansion, if it went ahead, would have led to the relocation of a homestead, which some Wonnarua people say is the site of a massacre. | | Read what the IPC said in its decision |
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| Short answer: yeah, sort of. We've been seeing the devastating effects heavy rain and flooding has had on our island rivers recently, but what will happen once that water reaches the coast? | | Find out what surfers are worried about |
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| Getting young people interested and engaged with the world of politics, especially if they're casting their first ever-vote, is tough. Two of our local politicians have signed up to Gen Z's favourite social media platform to try and break through to young constituents. | | Here's what is happening |
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| It's one of the Hunter's favourite family friendly festivals. The Gumball has offered a first look at its 2023 line-up and … oh BOY we're keen. | | Take a look at the line-up |
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| Newcastle woman Jacky Dean's life changed in 2018 when she had a stroke. With a positive attitude and a lot of support, Jacky has learnt to walk and talk again. | | Hear from Jacky about her recovery |
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| The Newcastle Hunter Catch Up has everything from surfing and backyard cricket to crime scene investigations. And amongst it all, we break down an issue that matters to us here in the Hunter. | | Take a listen and subscribe here! |
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| Newcastle's Professor Kelvin Kong, a surgeon and advocate for Aboriginal ear health, is among just four people in the running to be named the NSW Australian of the Year. You can join the ABC's Sirine Demachkle and watch a live stream of the awards Wednesday evening from 6pm. | | Who are the other nominees? |
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Plastic banned: Single-use plastic items are now banned in NSW, with environmental activists welcoming the move as a win for marine life. The ban includes plastic straws, plates, plastic-stemmed cotton buds, cups and personal care products with microbeads.
The John survey: The union representing surgeons and anaesthetists at Newcastle's John Hunter Hospital is concerned by what it calls "unusual" results from an anonymous survey. The survey was conducted by an independent third party, with more than 90 per cent of the 169 respondents saying they had no confidence in Hunter New England Health's leadership, including chief executive Michael DiRienzo.
Port Stephens rates: A one-off 26 per cent rate rise for Port Stephens residents will be recommended as the best option for the local council's special rate variation. Councillors will vote on applying for a special rate variation at a meeting next week.
Gun arrests: Police have seized equipment used to manufacture firearms from a home in Warners Bay as part of a national crackdown. Detectives, along with Border Force officers, searched the home where they also found printed firearm parts, 3D printers, ammunition, steroids and precursor chemicals.
GP access funding: Federal Health Minister Mark Butler visited John Hunter Hospital and confirmed the after-hours clinics will be back to running at their former capacity in the next few months. The Calvary Mater clinic was forced to close last year and services were reduced at Belmont, Toronto, Maitland and the John Hunter after funding cuts.
School upgrades: One of the Hunter Valley's most crowded and rundown schools is set for a major upgrade. A Department of Education school Infrastructure report shows Gillieston Public School will have between $25 and $75 million spent on it, with work to begin in the second half of next year.
Jets go down: Newcastle Jets men's coach Arthur Papas says last weekend's game against Western Sydney was a good test for his side. The Jets recorded their first loss of the season, going down 2-0 to the Wanderers. Western Sydney is on top of the A-League ladder, while the Jets remain in third place. | | Visit our website for more local news |
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| Did you know nearly one in two Australians live with a chronic health issue? There are a bunch of factors that contribute to your chances of developing ongoing health problems, and some of them are outside your control. But there are things you can do to help reduce your risk. | | Check your health. Take our interactive quiz |
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| In this Hetty McKinnon recipe, mango is deployed to deliver lively pops of sweetness and fruitiness to this refreshing, hearty noodle salad, which is dressed with a zesty, creamy tahini-based sauce. All that means one delicious salad! We reckon it'll go great with some chicken or prawns! | | Here's how you make it |
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Thanks to ABC triple j presenter (and Merriwa boy) Dave Marchese for sending us this photo from Wingen taken during his travels through the Upper Hunter!
It'll be a bit 50/50 for the remainder of the week. Of course, as we know, rain has hammered the Upper Hunter causing some flooding, and there looks to be a little bit of rain here and there for the rest of the week. The hottest it'll get will be about 24 or so in Newcastle at the weekend, with winds continuing to be strong and steady. | | Check the seven-day forecast for your town |
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