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Prison chaplain shares correctional centre ministry at Called to Know More session

Prison Chaplain Bernard shared his ministry in correctional centres across the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle at a Called to Know More session.

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Rotary Peace Pole installed at University of Newcastle's Callaghan campus

A Rotary Peace Pole reading "May Peace Prevail on Earth" has been installed at the University of Newcastle's Callaghan campus.

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Singleton youth officer Jason Huebner honoured at NSW Police awards

Singleton Youth Engagement Officer Senior Constable Jason Huebner wins the Irene Jurgens Fellowship Award (Sworn) at the Rotary NSW Police awards.

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Civic Park rally to oppose Calvary service cuts at Newcastle private hospitals

A Hands Off Our Healthcare rally will be held at Civic Park on Sunday over Calvary's planned takeover of two Newcastle-area private hospitals.

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New Lambton South student Wafiq Ayyash chases second state spelling title

New Lambton South Public School's Wafiq Ayyash, 2024 junior champion, competes in the senior NSW Premier's Spelling Bee state finals.

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Anglican Bishop of Newcastle calls for unity at Samaritans Christmas Appeal launch

Anglican Bishop of Newcastle Dr Peter Stuart calls for unity as he launches the Samaritans Christmas Appeal at the new Islington hub.

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05 Nov

No chlamydia detected in Sugarloaf-Stockrington koalas as population estimate tops 2,300

University of Newcastle research finds no chlamydia in Sugarloaf-Stockrington koalas tested, with the population estimated at 2,337.

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04 Nov

Solar, timber and home upgrade ideas win University of Newcastle sustainability prizes

Three teams won $10,000 each in the University of Newcastle's 2026 Circular Economy Grand Challenge for solar, timber and home upgrade ideas.

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03 Nov

Little Friars and Little Nuns of Jesus and Mary arrive in Charlestown

The Little Friars and Little Nuns of Jesus and Mary have arrived in Charlestown for a Parish Mission with MacKillop Parish.

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03 Nov

All Saints Blackbutt South Parish celebrates 20 years as one community

All Saints Blackbutt South Parish marks 20 years as one community, alongside milestones for churches in Adamstown, Cardiff and Kotara.

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31 Oct

Hunter researchers explain the brain science behind fear this Halloween

HMRI and University of Newcastle researchers explain why we get goosebumps, why some love horror films and what causes sleep paralysis.

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30 Oct

Child protection E-reports facing six to eight week DCJ review delays

DCJ is taking 6-8 weeks to review online child protection E-reports. Urgent concerns should go to the Child Protection Helpline on 132 111.

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23 Oct

St Carlo Acutis relic visits Hunter Correctional Centre ahead of Prisoners' Sunday

A relic of St Carlo Acutis has visited Hunter Correctional Centre, shared by the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle ahead of Prisoners' Sunday on 8 November.

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16 Oct

West Maitland Anglican parishes gather for annual in-house retreat

The Cluster Parishes of West Maitland held their annual In-House Retreat, led by Brisbane spiritual director Dr Patrick Oliver, with the next set for July 2027.

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12 Oct

Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie third busiest in state with 35 September missions

Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie completed 35 missions in September, the third most in NSW, as local Log Ons jumped to 1,449 over three months.

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12 Oct

Special Olympics Flame of Hope to travel through Newcastle today

The Special Olympics Flame of Hope travels from Nobbys Beach to Fletcher Park today as part of the Law Enforcement Torch Run Final Leg.

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09 Oct

Anglican Care marks 70 years of aged care service across communities

Anglican Care, the aged care ministry of the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, celebrates 70 years of service, care and connection in 2026.

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09 Oct

Trinity Catholic College Adamstown celebrates first ever Year 12 graduating class

Trinity Catholic College Adamstown has celebrated its first Year 12 graduating class, completing its transition to a full Years 7-12 secondary school.

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07 Oct

Newcastle Fringe Festival puts out call for volunteers

Newcastle Fringe Festival is seeking volunteers to help run its celebration of independent arts, with no prior festival experience required.

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17 Sept

Hunter Joint Organisation joins national summit on regional renewable energy future

Hunter Joint Organisation joins regional leaders at the Re-Alliance Regional Leaders Summit 2026 to discuss renewable energy benefits for regional communities.

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10 Sept

Almost 100 young people begin Maitland-Newcastle World Youth Day journey

Almost 100 young people attended a Maitland-Newcastle Diocese information night on the pilgrimage to World Youth Day 2027 in South Korea.

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09 Sept

St Carlo Acutis first-class relic arrives at Sacred Heart Cathedral

A first-class relic of St Carlo Acutis has arrived at Sacred Heart Cathedral in Newcastle, beginning a visit across the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle.

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08 Sept

Diocese to mark Perpetual Day of Remembrance on Sunday 13 September

The Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle will mark its Perpetual Day of Remembrance on Sunday 13 September, with Sacred Heart Cathedral lit for the week.

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04 Sept

HMRI trials smartphone app to help asthma patients manage breathlessness

HMRI and University of Newcastle researchers are trialling the BRAID smartphone app to help adults with asthma manage breathlessness and stay active.

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29 Aug

Around 35 pastoral musicians gather for first Nourishment Day event

Around 35 pastoral musicians from across the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle gathered for the diocese's first Nourishment Day of prayer and song.

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28 Aug

Bishop Michael Kennedy announces South Korea pilgrimage for World Youth Day 2027

Bishop Michael Kennedy has announced a Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle pilgrimage to South Korea for World Youth Day 2027.

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28 Aug

Pre-loved book sale raises $4,672 for CatholicCare social services

An inaugural Pre-loved Book Sale at the Diocesan Resource Centre has raised $4,672 for CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning, with 1,423 items sold.

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28 Aug

St Carlo Acutis relic to visit Maitland-Newcastle Diocese in September

A first-class relic of St Carlo Acutis will visit the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle from 8-14 September.

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11 Aug

HMRI researchers explain how Census answers help improve medical research

Hunter Medical Research Institute researchers explain how Census data supports medical research and healthcare planning ahead of the 2026 Census.

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10 Aug

Hunter Region Botanic Gardens celebrates 40 years of volunteer-run success

The Hunter Region Botanic Gardens marks 40 years, with the Hunter Joint Organisation praising the volunteer-run community and tourism asset.

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