THEY have nailed their colours to the mast - and they are bright orange, blue and silver.
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Henny Penny pincher link in gun raids
Investigators looking at whether three armed robberies in three weeks are work of one gunman.
ARCHIVAL REVIVAL: Sharks in the Hunter
Cashed up on pizza dough
Gunman caught on camera as he threatens Newcastle West pizza staff.
Avondale students become television stars of the future: video
The tortured world of a broken mum
Bernice Swales and the knowledge that people are aware of what happened to her 20-month-old son.
Police probe Islamic prank
Man who entered Waratah department store yelling ''Islam, Islam'' appears to be a poor excuse for a prankster.
Brumbies are a part of the Hunter’s heritage
The fate of the Hunter's brumbie population could be dependent on a soon to be released wild horse ...
Governments blind to the future says farmer
Weapon found on Beaumont Street
A man was found on Monday passed out next to a bag containing a gun and ammunition.
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NSW: They have nailed their colours to the mast - and they are bright orange, blue and silver.
Underage ‘sexting’: a parents’ problem
NSW: Easy access to porn is partly to blame for a rise in “sexting” between teens, says expert.
Rescued wombat a little muddle-headed but safe on shore
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Blaze blamed on ‘repaired’ washer
Fire authorities confirm a 'repaired' Samsung washing machine to blame for a fire that destroyed a New Lambton ...
Kurri Hydro mates reunite
Drayton South, Mt Thorley Warkworth verdicts
Planning Assessment Commission recommends against the mine near horse studs.
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SOCIALS: See who was out and about this weekend.
Hunter Heroes: Lauren McClure, Patrick Dempsey
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National
Sydney Metro: Mysterious flyer pushes for new rail station at Waterloo, not Sydney University
Some locals wonder if a government developer is behind a curious leaflet pushing for a new train station ...
Jury in Robert Xie murder trial told they may reach a 'majority verdict'
The jury in the trial of Robert Xie over the 2009 Lin family murders have been told they ...
Ranger danger: Sydney council's new $75 parking technology to nab drivers
One Sydney council has used an age-prediction program to analyse photos of cars instead of faces - the ...
Victoria's electricity bill shock epidemic
Nearly half of all Australians were charged more than they expected in their last electricity bill and many are falling ...
Liberal councillor faces suspension over explosive media comments
A Sydney councillor is facing suspension from the NSW Liberal Party for giving a radio interview critical of ...
Sex abuse commission: School warned about predator priest
Senior Catholic Church officials warned a Melbourne principal that children were not safe to be left alone with the school's ...
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Opinion
Increasing the GST will target those less fortunate
EDITORIAL: Defence by name, defensive by nature
EDITORIAL: THE Department of Defence is, if nothing else, aptly named.
Getting both children and parents ready for school
The new school year can be a trying time, especially for parents of first-time school students.
IAN KIRKWOOD: Too early to be this hot under the collar
Work for the Dole scheme is unlocking youths’ future
It’s time we debunked the myths that have unfairly tarnished and dragged down unemployed youth in the past.
The look may change but focus stays same
The Newcastle Herald will always be our Hunter gatherer with local news at its core.
Entertainment
Date With Kate: Jesinta Campbell
Jesinta Campbell talks about her wedding plans, a challenging year and signing on for a Joico campaign.
Mariah Carey's cringe-worthy Hallmark movie A Christmas Melody leaked online
The first scene from Mariah Carey's upcoming Hallmark Christmas movie has leaked online and it's a sight to ...
Holy Holy bring A Heroine tour to Hunter
Life & Style
More women to be promoted in surgery to overhaul toxic sex-for-training culture
More female surgeons will be promoted and bullies in the profession will be "called out" as the Royal ...
Hunter Heroes: Lauren McClure, Patrick Dempsey
ANITA BEAUMONT: Forgive me, for I have sinned
CPR training helps Toni Wren save lives
Toni Wren has called on her lifesaver training to save the lives of others twice in the past ...
It’s time for a summer of sun, fun and health
Summer is here and it's the perfect time to set some goals for the new season. You just ...
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Stay motivated through summer by training for a specific event.
Travel
Cheap resort deals: The 10 best resort deals in the world right now
There's no reason to spend a small fortune on a tropical getaway. You can in fact resort to ...
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For the sake of simplicity insurers place travellers in bands according to their age.
The top 10 most common travel rip-offs
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