Partnership to strengthen Hunter small businesses
A new partnership between the Hunter Region Business Hub and The Mutual Bank will expand practical support for small businesses across the Hunter, including mentoring, education, networking and access to affordable premises.
Read MoreYoung Indigenous artist brings new story to iconic Newcastle Harbour sign
Newcastle’s most prominent waterfront billboard has been given a refresh, with the work of emerging Indigenous artist Alliyah Bromell now welcoming seafarers and visitors to Port of Newcastle from the iconic sign at Dyke Point.
Read MoreNewcastle invited to walk for women recovering from breast cancer
The Hunter community is being invited to walk in support of local women at YWCA Hunter Region’s Walk for ENCORE, held at Empire Park, Bar Beach, on Saturday 31 October 2026.
Read MoreMeet the robot scientists transforming research discovery
University of Newcastle scientists are trialling two advanced chemistry robots capable of rapidly testing thousands of chemical combinations, opening new opportunities in medicines, critical minerals, water treatment and advanced manufacturing.
Read More$150 million investment to deliver 100 years of water security for the Lower Hunter
Hunter Water is proposing to invest more than $150 million to strengthen long-term water security for the Lower Hunter through the replacement of a critical section of the Chichester Trunk Gravity Main (CTGM).
Read More$20 Million Vision for Newcastle’s Historic Station
A $20 million investment by Ashbridge Capital could see Newcastle’s former railway station restored and reimagined as a significant new hospitality destination.
Read MoreInaugural scholarship recipient determined to honour legacy of beloved Councillor
A Newcastle sustainability advocate who co-founded two community-led climate action groups has become the first recipient of a scholarship in memory of former Councillor Sinéad Francis-Coan.
Read MoreThe Hunter’s largest fundraising breakfast celebrates 20th anniversary this October
The Breast Care Breakfast has been a staple event in the Hunter community for the past 20 years, and this year celebrates its second decade raising money for the breast care nurses of the Hunter Nurse Education Group.
Read MoreFinal Call: Hunter Manufacturing Awards Entries Close 20 August
The 2026 Awards shine a spotlight on the people and businesses across our region shaping the future of Australian manufacturing: the innovators, the problem‑solvers, and the next generation.
Read More$2.5 billion investment in the Hunter’s future
More than 1,000 Hunter jobs are secure, after the Albanese and the Minns Labor Governments have jointly contributed $2.5 billion to secure the future of aluminium smelting in the region.
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