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Wednesday 3 June 2026
Scone Museum's historic jail cell transformed by multi-sensory 'Time Portal'
Scone Museum's historic jail cell transformed by multi-sensory 'Time Portal'
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'Planning for what comes next': Council wins historic rate variation exclusively for mines

Council is in a strong financial position but with coal mines starting to close in 2030 this decision means we can continue to provide the level of service our community expects said Muswellbrook mayor Jeff Drayton.
Louise Nichols
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Peabody and MEU stand ground as Wambo washery protected action continues

Louise Nichols
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Wambo washery workers on the Golden Highway at Warkworth near Singleton. Picture MEU

Court allows media owner accused of vicious assault on wife to reunite with family

Amy Roulston
Antony Catalano wins legal bid to reunite with family interstate. Picture file
Property
'It's bittersweet to sell': Goulburn Valley fruit empire hits the market for $24m
Jade Lazarevic
A four-orchard portfolio listed in Victoria's Goulburn Valley includes Marenny Vale in Nathalia. Picture supplied
Could 2017 repeat? Strike threat looms in Upper Hunter mines over EA negotiations
Louise Nichols
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Strike action at Glencore's mines in the Hunter Valley in August 2017. Picture Louise Nichols
Denman breaks season duck with huge win over struggling Greta-Branxton
Scone skipper Jack Pennell, picture in action earlier this season, scored 24 points in the Thoroughbreds 60-0 win against Muswellbrook. Picture by Daniel Johnson
Michael Hartshorn
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Maroons debutant Ethan Coster seals thrilling PBR Origin win over Blues
Michael Hartshorn
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Queensland's Kurt Shepard rode two qualified rides to lead all point scorers in Saturday's Origin 1 at Newcastle Entertainment Centre. Picture by PBR Australia

News from the pits: Ravensworth Homestead, Liddell and big diesel users

News from the pits: Ravensworth Homestead, Liddell and big diesel users
Louise Nichols
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Welcome to the 'Ohm Dome': Singleton apprentice names Ausgrid's new training facility

Louise Nichols
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Singleton based second-year apprentice electrical technician Poppy Sherwood-Miller. Picture supplied

Quiet progress: Upper Hunter network upgrades to unlock 1.8 GW of renewable energy

Louise Nichols
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EnergyCo has commissioned Ausgrid to upgrade their distribution network. Picture Genus.
Game-changing:Muswellbrook's heart set for revitalisation ahead of bypass
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Artist impression of the proposed new look Muswellbrook CBD. Picture MSC
Mining veteran takes a stand with massive protest sign on Golden Highway
Mining veteran takes a stand with massive protest sign on Golden Highway
Louise Nichols
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End of an era: iconic Liddell Power Station stacks successfully demolished
Louise Nichols
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The Liddell power station stacks coming down. Picture by Peter Lormier

Beyond the bottle: why this Hunter heavyweight's green footprint took out ag gong

Some of the Brokenwood Wines team behind Monday night's victory: (l-r) Oli Butler, assistant winemaker Hayden Tinkler, winemaker Kate Sturgess, Dave Rees, sustainability leader Lorrae St Vincent, and chief winemaker Stuart Horden. Picture by RAS.
Jessica Owers

'Just not good enough': Merriwa fights to save post office as Branxton secures new home

Louise Nichols
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Federal member for Hunter Dan Repacholi has announced the moving of the post office service in Branxton to Piggotts Pharmacy at Huntlee Shopping Centre from June 29. Picture Dan Repacholi

Upper Hunter students shine during regional civics tour and public speaking competition

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Muswellbrook South Public School Year 5 and 6 students learn about the workings of the NSW Parliament. Picture supplied
As Liddell stacks prepare to fall, Mayor slams federal government over $5M funding snub
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As Liddell stacks prepare to fall, Mayor slams federal government over $5M funding snub
From mouldy tennis court to Veterans' haven: Muswellbrook RSL invests $400K in new centre
The new Veterans Centre at the Muswellbrook RSL Club. Picture supplied
Louise Nichols
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Police
Two men charged over $100,000 farm equipment theft in the Upper Hunter
Louise Nichols
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Hunter arrest: Two men have been charged after a property was broken into and equipment stolen near Cassilis in the Upper Hunter. Picture NSW Police

Why John Farnham initially said 'no' to his own celebration show

One-off concert dubbed a 'once in a generation' event.
Anna Houlahan
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John Farnham (left) will be honoured in a major tribute concert at Rod Laver Arena in September, with concert promoter Paul Dainty (right) announcing the line-up on May 29. Picture Scott Gelston/Anna Houlahan

CSIRO moves ahead with plan to cut hundreds of jobs

Tess Ikonomou
The CSIRO says it needs to find an additional $135 million each year to remain sustainable. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS

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'Sad day for journalism': NBN News bulletins slashed, staff fear job cuts
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Gavin Morris, top left, was made redundant last year, main picture shows journalist and presenter Jane Goldsmith, as WIN Network takes over NBN News Newcastle.
Scone Museum's historic jail cell transformed by multi-sensory 'Time Portal'
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Scone Museum's historic jail cell transformed by multi-sensory 'Time Portal'
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Gourd deed: at-risk youth deliver hope by the tonne in annual pumpkin run
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Pathfinders staff member Allan Walker. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
'Planning for what comes next': Council wins historic rate variation exclusively for mines
Louise Nichols
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Council is in a strong financial position but with coal mines starting to close in 2030 this decision means we can continue to provide the level of service our community expects said Muswellbrook mayor Jeff Drayton.
Peabody and MEU stand ground as Wambo washery protected action continues
Louise Nichols
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Wambo washery workers on the Golden Highway at Warkworth near Singleton. Picture MEU
Could 2017 repeat? Strike threat looms in Upper Hunter mines over EA negotiations
Louise Nichols
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Strike action at Glencore's mines in the Hunter Valley in August 2017. Picture Louise Nichols
Denman breaks season duck with huge win over struggling Greta-Branxton
Michael Hartshorn
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Scone skipper Jack Pennell, picture in action earlier this season, scored 24 points in the Thoroughbreds 60-0 win against Muswellbrook. Picture by Daniel Johnson
Maroons debutant Ethan Coster seals thrilling PBR Origin win over Blues
Michael Hartshorn
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Queensland's Kurt Shepard rode two qualified rides to lead all point scorers in Saturday's Origin 1 at Newcastle Entertainment Centre. Picture by PBR Australia
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Booted ministers back at work as secrecy scrutinised

Senior NSW ministers Penny Sharpe and John Graham are returning to parliament after suspensions. Photo: Gaye Gerard/AAP PHOTOS
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Price spike as John Farnham tribute tickets go on sale

Liz Hobday
Fans want Ticketek to turn the pressure down on pricing for a concert honouring John Farnham. Photo: Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS

'Violent' police culture sparks calls for transparency

Kat Wong and Alex Mitchell
Cultural change is being urged for NSW Police after claims of repeated gratuitous violence. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS

Killer mum's chilling searches before slaying kids

Will Nicholas
The mental impairment of a woman accused of murdering her two children is being discussed in court. Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS

Teen's suspicious drug death referred to cold case cops

Tom Wark
Oxycodone was among the mixture of drugs that led to a teenager's death from an apparent overdose. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS

Sport

Denman breaks season duck with huge win over struggling Greta-Branxton
Scone skipper Jack Pennell, picture in action earlier this season, scored 24 points in the Thoroughbreds 60-0 win against Muswellbrook. Picture by Daniel Johnson
Michael Hartshorn
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Maroons debutant Ethan Coster seals thrilling PBR Origin win over Blues
Michael Hartshorn
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Queensland's Kurt Shepard rode two qualified rides to lead all point scorers in Saturday's Origin 1 at Newcastle Entertainment Centre. Picture by PBR Australia
'I'm insufferable': a dad's shock diagnosis and a footy story that's really about a father and son
Glen Humphries
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Queensland lifting the State of Origin shield is something Marooned author Darren Groth (pictured right) loves to see.

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Property

Property investors are angry, but are the new tax rules all bad news?
An investor advocacy group warns that investor frustration is rising sharply and concerns are mounting about the impact on future rental supply. Pic:Shutterstock
Nina Hendy
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Property
'It's bittersweet to sell': Goulburn Valley fruit empire hits the market for $24m
Jade Lazarevic
A four-orchard portfolio listed in Victoria's Goulburn Valley includes Marenny Vale in Nathalia. Picture supplied
Property
What you can buy in regional NSW and Victoria for under $700,000
Jade Lazarevic
16 Casey Street, East Bendigo, is priced at $495,000 to $540,000. Picture supplied

Kiama's prestige property market holds strong with another near-$4m duplex sale

18a Boanyo Avenue, Kiama has changed hands. Pictures: Supplied
Brendan Crabb
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Property

MAFS expert offloads regional weekend retreat as part of $7.3m property sell-off

Jade Lazarevic
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Married at First Sight relationship expert John Aiken has sold his weekend retreat in Pokolbin in the Hunter Valley. Pictures supplied
Property

Is inheriting the family home a birthright? Boomers and their property wealth hit the big screen

Nina Hendy
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Australian feature film Birthright is a satire that focuses on inter-generational wealth and the national housing crisis. Picture supplied/Madman

Scone Museum's historic jail cell transformed by multi-sensory 'Time Portal'

Scone Museum's historic jail cell transformed by multi-sensory 'Time Portal'
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Blue skies and bumper crowds: Scone celebrates Eequine heritage in style

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Blue skies and bumper crowds: Scone celebrates Eequine heritage in style

Saddle up: Singleton Rodeo returns this Saturday with top national riders

Louise Nichols
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Singleton's Kellie Horne winning last weekends Steer Undedecorating at Scone Rodeo riding her horse Little Foxy with a time of 1.6 seconds. Picture Gavin Little - The Chute Shooter

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Cover picture: Mitchies Jetty and Cafe in Merimbula. Picture Destination NSW
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How NSW's electricity upgrade is creating regional careers
Swapping mines for wind farms: Kacee found her new careers in the NSW energy shift. Picture EnergyCo
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A simple gift: Fred's vision to end avoidable blindness lives on today
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Blaise can finally see after having successful eye surgery, made possible by generous gifts left in wills. Picture supplied

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Why John Farnham initially said 'no' to his own celebration show

John Farnham (left) will be honoured in a major tribute concert at Rod Laver Arena in September, with concert promoter Paul Dainty (right) announcing the line-up on May 29. Picture Scott Gelston/Anna Houlahan
One-off concert dubbed a 'once in a generation' event.
Anna Houlahan
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In Depth

'Document everything': Chloe's grandma issues desperate warning

How loved ones can navigate a troubled system.
Carla Mascarenhas
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Belinda Valentine with her adored granddaughter Chloe. Picture supplied
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We're in our 60s with dodgy knees, but this Fiji railway adventure was flawless

WATCH: I tried this unique Fiji rail tour and it was absolute magic.
Anne Bowles
Our group - L-R: Megan, Dale, Katie, Steve, Marisa, Michael, Rick, and writer Anne Bowles. Picture supplied

Comment

Trump's war in Iran is criminal. Here's why he should be indicted
Opinion
US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. Picture Getty Images
Crispin Hull
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Opinion
The sky is not the limit but only the beginning
John Hanscombe
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The sky is not the limit but only the beginning
Opinion
Our welfare outrage is aimed at the wrong people
Zoë Wundenberg
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Our welfare outrage has been aimed at the wrong people. Picture Shutterstock

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Scone Museum's historic jail cell transformed by multi-sensory 'Time Portal'

Scone Museum's historic jail cell transformed by multi-sensory 'Time Portal'
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'Too expensive to keep alive': NDIS cuts push MS patients to crisis point

Replacing crucial medical therapies with unsuitable supports.
Anna Houlahan
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Sign outside an NDIS office. File picture

'Just not good enough': Merriwa fights to save post office as Branxton secures new home

Louise Nichols
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Federal member for Hunter Dan Repacholi has announced the moving of the post office service in Branxton to Piggotts Pharmacy at Huntlee Shopping Centre from June 29. Picture Dan Repacholi
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We're in our 60s with dodgy knees, but this Fiji railway adventure was flawless
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Our group - L-R: Megan, Dale, Katie, Steve, Marisa, Michael, Rick, and writer Anne Bowles. Picture supplied
WATCH: I tried this unique Fiji rail tour and it was absolute magic.
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Driving overseas? The $53 document you need to avoid an international legal nightmare
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Insider guide to Chiang Mai: hidden cocktails and 'life-changing' chicken rice
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Dishes of Chiang Mai. Picture by Getty Images
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BYD ship lands as Toyota sharpens wait time

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BYD ship lands as Toyota sharpens wait time
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Big name Chinese joint-venture in trouble

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Big name Chinese joint-venture in trouble
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Luxury 4WD used car risk with big reward

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The Senior
'I won't be eating': Families panic over changes to aged care fees
Bill (not pictured) says his mental health has come under strain as he tries to cope with the fees for his wife's aged care. File Picture by Unsplash
Bill fears he can no longer afford care for his unwell wife.
Phoebe Loomes
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'I wandered in tight circles': Why you may feel lost after retirement
How to find your feet and your new identity in retirement.
Phoebe Loomes
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Entering retirement is a bit like 'crossing a bridge', says Dr Jon Glass, who urges people to think about what parts of their old life they would like to take with them. Picture by Katri Strooband, inset supplied
In Depth
'Document everything': Chloe's grandma issues desperate warning
How loved ones can navigate a troubled system.
Carla Mascarenhas
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Belinda Valentine with her adored granddaughter Chloe. Picture supplied

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The Land

'No excuse': calls for renewables CEO to stand down after heritage destruction

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The first transmission tower of the Central West-Orana REZ was raised in April 2026. Picture supplied, EnergyCo.
Eliza Spencer

Underwater without warning: shock law change leaves farmers exposed

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NSW Farmers Water Taskforce chair Richard Bootle. File image.

How these producers turned a painful drought lesson into a new strategy

Alexandra Bernard
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Jim and Kim Miller, Bingara, changed their mindset heading into another dry period following their experiences in the 2018/19 drought. Picture supplied

World

Luther star Idris Elba knighted by King
Idris Elba - actor and activist - has been knighted by the King for his services to young people. Photo: AP PHOTO
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Iran studying deal to halt war as stalemate persists
Jana Choukeir
Iran is yet to respond to a US proposal, reportedly amid concern about previous US non-compliance. Photo: EPA PHOTO
Heavy Russian attack on Ukrainian cities kills 18
Russia ⁠launched more than 600 drones and 73 missiles overnight, mainly targeting Kyiv. Photo: EPA PHOTO