Newcastle news

Labor rejected Mundine bid 'for a reason'  Newcastle HeraldLabor didn't let its former national president Warren Mundine run for parliament for a reason, the party's deputy leader has declared. But Tanya Plibersek say...

Triathlon: Newcastle's Lauren Parker picked in “remarkable” Bahrain Endurance 13 Team  Newcastle HeraldTwo-time world ironman champion Chris McCormack knows a few things about triathlon and he rates the talent in Lauren Parker's latest squad as “remarkable”.

Trump vows State of Union alternative  Newcastle HeraldUS President Donald Trump says he will do an alternative event to the State of the Union address after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi told him he cannot deliver i.

Bid to block Sirius sale to Opal developer  Newcastle HeraldThe NSW premier is facing calls to block the sale of Sydney's iconic Sirius complex to the same developers who built the problem-plagued Opal Tower.

Newcastle must strike deal for left back Milad Mohammadi  HITCNewcastle United have been offered Milad Mohammadi according to reports.

Not a super way to engage young workers  Newcastle HeraldSuperannuation is in the news yet again! This time it's a major report from the Productivity Commission containing a raft of recommendations to make more chan.

Letters to the editor January 24 2019  Newcastle HeraldAS a regular user of our beautiful city beaches for many years, I take exception to the statement in your editorial ('A more precise deterrent for predators', Opinion ...

Former Trump lawyer postpones testimony  Newcastle HeraldUS President Donald Trump's former lawyer Michael Cohen is postponing his scheduled February 7 testimony to Congress due to threats against his family from ...

December dip in Newcastle Airport passengers despite international flights  Newcastle HeraldWhile the change is minor, December was the first full month of flights directly from the Hunter to New Zealand after Virgin Australia began its *service* in late ...

Momentum gathers against no-deal Brexit  Newcastle HeraldAn attempt by British MPs to prevent a no-deal Brexit is gaining momentum after the opposition Labour Party said it is likely to support the bid. Prime Minist...

Tottenham linked with £23million-rated Newcastle target Miguel Almiron  talkSPORTThe Paraguay striker scored 13 goals and registered 11 assists for Atlanta United last season.

North East revealed as drugs deaths capital of the UK - with Newcastle one of the worst offenders  Chronicle LiveBosses at Newcastle City Council have vowed to clamp down on the number of needless deaths due to drugs.

More firearm charges for alleged King Street Hotel gunman  Newcastle HeraldA man accused of bringing a loaded pistol into King Street Hotel and using it to threaten another patron has been charged with a string of other firearm offences ...

More firearm charges for allege King Street Hotel gunman  Newcastle HeraldA man accused of bringing a loaded pistol into King Street Hotel and using it to threaten another patron has been charged with a string of other firearm offences ...

Juventus coach made big claim about Newcastle linked Leonardo Spinazzola last week  HITCNewcastle United are reportedly hoping to bring Italian international Spinazzola to the Premier League from Serie A champions Juventus.

Tracksuit & Trance 90s rave coming back to Newcastle this weekend  Chronicle LiveThe Tracksuit & Trance Rave is now on its fifth edition in Newcastle with this one having a Hacienda theme.

Well rested Djokovic poised to pounce  Newcastle HeraldAfter two years away, Novak Djokovic is back in the Australian Open semi-finals; something which should make his title rivals very concerned. Djokovic has six...

Staff, governance 'overhauled' at RSL NSW  Newcastle HeraldThe president of RSL NSW says it is "an entirely different organisation" to that under which its former leader allegedly misappropriated charity funds. James...

SA heat 'will see records broken': BoM  Newcastle HeraldSouth Australians are being warned of dangerous bushfire conditions as the state prepares for a day of record-breaking heat. Adelaide is forecast to hit 45C o...

'Oppressive' hot weather forecast for Vic  Newcastle HeraldVictorians are being warned to prepare for hot conditions and an "oppressive" night as the mercury begins its climb into the 40s. The city is forecast to reac...

Australia needs compassion culture: Mackay  Newcastle HeraldAustralia needs a "radical culture shift" towards compassion to minimise the damaging consequences of social isolation, renowned social researcher Hugh ...

Pliskova, Kvitova through to Open semis  Newcastle HeraldComeback queen Petra Kvitova and Serena-slayer Karolina Pliskova are each one win away from setting up the first all-Czech women's grand slam final at the ...

Deputy PM attacks activists' farming map  Newcastle HeraldNationals leader Michael McCormack has come out swinging against "extremist" animal activists, accusing them of risking economic devastation to suit a vegan ...

Jobless rate expected to remain unchanged  Newcastle HeraldAustralia's jobless rate is expected to improve slightly or remain the same when official figures for December are released on Thursday. In November, there wa...

Patisserie Valerie's Newcastle store revealed as one of 70 to close following collapse  Chronicle LiveThe firm has shut its Grainger Street branch and it is thought its site in Middlesbrough has also closed.

Reported Newcastle target Sam Lammers continues to justify Van Basten comparisons  HITCNewcastle United are reportedly interested in bringing PSV Eindhoven's Heerenveen loanee Sam Lammers to the Premier League.

Shutdown enters day 33, Senate vote looms  Newcastle HeraldThere is no sign of relief for 800000 federal workers going without pay because of the partial government shutdown, as the US Senate scheduled votes on ...

Long established Newcastle jewellers to close but offers massive discounts on gems  Chronicle LiveGrey Street firm Davidsons is closing its doors after nearly 120 years of trading.

Newcastle make double move in January transfer window to appease Rafa Benitez  The TelegraphNewcastle United are looking to sign two players on loan before the end of the week after bids were made for Monaco defender Antonio Barreca and Atletico ...

Newcastle night club to host Filthy Comedy Bingo and it sounds wild!  Chronicle LiveThe Newcastle club is gearing up to host Filthy Comedy Bingo with the first night in a few months time.

Historic Newcastle pub Rosie's Bar plans to create new bar and rooftop terrace  Chronicle LiveThe famous pub has been a stalwart with football fans, locals and tourists for decades.

Newcastle 5500 NAR thermal coal prices rebound to highest point since Nov  S&P Global PlattsHigh ash Newcastle thermal coal prices hit a near three month high in Asia trade Wednesday as buyers stepped forward attracted by its competitive price ...

Newcastle looking at Monaco's Antonio Barreca for problem left-back position  SkySportsMonaco defender Antonio Barreca is one of a number of left-backs being considered by Newcastle United, according to Sky in Italy.

Sheppard goal seals victory for Newcastle  The Northern Daily LeaderJets soar, Mariners sink: Finals hopes still alive as Newcastle exert derby dominance  Fox SportsNewcastle Jets bounce back to beat Central Coast Mariners 1-0.  Newcastle HeraldNewcastle Jets vs Central Coast Mariners: A-League live scores, blog  The RoarView full coverage on Google News

Kaiser Chiefs postpone dates in Glasgow, Newcastle and Liverpool  Shields GazetteKaiser Chiefs have been forced to postpone the opening three nights of their latest UK tour, including the North East date. Ricky Wilson and his band were due ...

Aiia tearfully farewelled in Israel  Newcastle HeraldAiia Masarwa, the international student who was murdered in Melbourne last week, has been laid to rest in her hometown of Baqa al Gharbiyye in Israel. Sharef.

Newcastle Cathedral's fantastic beasts ... and where to find them  Chronicle LiveLook carefully and you'll spot dragons, dogs, not-quite-human heads, lizards, birds and many more fascinating creatures.

Newcastle Cathedral's fantastic beasts  ChronicleLiveNewcastle Cathedral: There are 10 different dragon images across the cathedral. This shows St George stabbing a huge dragon (Image: Newcastle Cathedral)1 ...

Newcastle Netball Association president Dell Saunders steps down after 40 years in charge  Newcastle HeraldShe has been involved in the game for 70 years, including 63 as an administrator.

100s await trial in Zimbabwe after protest  Newcastle HeraldZimbabwean activist pastor Evan Mawarire faces more time in jail after a court delayed his bail application on Wednesday, as hundreds of others arrested durin.

Twist moves to bigger premises in Newcastle  Prolific NorthThe company, which has clients including NOVELTEA, The Doxford Group, Beach Republic, Acoustic Pixel and Northumbria Coast & Country Cottages has ...

The Futureheads to play Newcastle and Stockton gigs as Sunderland band reforms for record and tour  Chronicle LiveIt's been seven years since the band released a record but they've spent the last year recording a guitar album and have announced two North East shows.

Indian temple woman kicked out of home  Newcastle HeraldOne of two Indian women who defied a ban on the entry of women of menstruating age to a temple has been locked out of her family home. Kanaka Durga and ...

Newcastle United: The Sorensen mistake  Coming Home NewcastleNewcastle United rarely takes risks with young players, but Sorensen was worth it.

Alan Shearer sends Twitter message, triggers arguments between Newcastle and Liverpool fans  HITCThe Magpies legend retweeted an OptaJoe post relating to him and Reds ace Mohamed Salah. Cue beef between some of the rival fans.

Another Gandhi enters Indian politics  Newcastle HeraldA new member of India's most famous political dynasty has formally entered politics, with the opposition Congress party assigning her a position as it prepare...

The curious case of Achraf Lazaar, and the search for Newcastle United's new left-back  Chronicle LiveAchraf Lazaar is currently playing for the U23s at Newcastle United and doesn't look like getting back into the first team.

Aged care attacker jailed for four months  Newcastle HeraldA Sydney aged care worker who used a shoe to hit an 82-year-old man with dementia has been jailed for at least four months. Prakash Paudyal pleaded guilty ...

Newcastle transfer news: Miguel Almiron likely to leave Atlanta in summer - MLS expert  Express.co.ukNEWCASTLE transfer target Miguel Almiron will most likely leave Atlanta United during the Premier League's summer transfer window.

How Newcastle uncovered perfect blueprint for winning at home - as Dubravka celebrated 30th birthday  Chronicle LiveNewcastle United have now uncovered the perfect blueprint to improve their home form during the remainder of the campaign, believes Martin Dubravka.