Local News

Upper Hunter counting to recommence today

March 28, 2023 10:01 am

Vote counting will recommence today to determine who the Member for Upper Hunter will be. Current MP Dave Layzell...

Aboriginal flag installed outside Muswellbrook Police Station

March 27, 2023 8:38 am

The Hunter Valley’s top cop said she wants to ensure her officers in Muswellbrook share purpose with local first...

Upper Hunter too close to call

March 27, 2023 7:37 am

Counting will re-commence later this morning for the seat of Upper Hunter with Peree Watson trailing sitting MP Dave...

Pokolbin winery struck by major fire

March 24, 2023 8:24 am

More than 20 fire trucks have responded to a major blaze at Pokolbin overnight. The alarm was raised just after...

Scone take away shop gutted by fire

March 24, 2023 8:20 am

Fire has destroyed a take away shop in the Upper Hunter. Fire crews were called to the outlet on Satur...

Martindale residents close to finding out about greyhound neighbour plan

March 22, 2023 8:34 am

An answer is finally on the way for Martindale residents on a controversial plan to establish a 400 kennel greyhound...

Scone Airport creates significant debts for local council

March 22, 2023 8:30 am

Revelations about how much Scone Airport is haemorrhaging local ratepayers. Upper Hunter Shire Council documents reveal the facility lost one-point-two...