Newcastle Recently Discovered as a Site for Large Gas Reserve

Newcastle is about to become a major site for a major Australian offshore gas reserve after $50billion worth of the resource was found 20 kilometres off Newcastle's coast.

Newcastle Show Has High Attendance for Yet Another Year

Newcastle Show was a success but could have benefited from more local industry support said agricultural official.

Newcastle Jobs Cut and May be Given to Overseas Companies

About 200 jobs are under threat in Newcastle and the Hunter Valley after the Federal Government plans to introduce an overhaul of employment services contracts.

Newcastle Enjoys the 9 Shades of Whiteley exhibition

From 1 March to 26 April, Newcastle Regional Art Gallery (NRAG) is holding the touring 9 Shades of Whiteley exhibition that showcases Brett Whiteley's career in nine stages.

Endangered Shark Drowns in Net

A great 2.7m white shark drowned in a net off Nobbys Beach in Newcastle, prompting authorities to question whether using nets are outdated.

Well-Established Winery Near Newcastle Faces Uncertain Future

Renowned Hunter Valley Rosemount Estate winery near Newcastle at Denman is uncertain about its future after owner Foster's Group revealed plans to let the winery go as part of its $4billion wine division.

Newcastle Truck Driver Encounters Narrow Escape as Bridge Collapses Over Him

Truck driver from Thornton near Newcastle survived a footbridge crashing down on his truck at Maitland after a cherry picker on a semitrailer hit the overpass on Thursday.

Newcastle Grammar School Students Put in Mighty Effort for Fundraiser

Students from Newcastle Grammar School have raised $100,000 to build boarding houses for school children in disadvantaged areas in Farkwa, Tanzania.

Sharks Widespread in Newcastle and Hunter Region

Residents in the Newcastle and greater Hunter Valley region are photographing many sharks off its coast.

Students of the University of Newcastle Prepare for Increased Fees and Less Study Time

The University of Newcastle cuts study time as fees increase this year.

Newcastle Knights Star is Proud Father to Baby Boy

Newcastle Knights NRL Football star Andrew Johns and his wife Cathrine Mahoney have just become parents to baby boy born on yesterday morning.