Farmers in parts of the Scone region in the Hunter Valley are facing one of their toughest winters in years. Severe water shortages have led to the area being declared in drought. Industry and Investment NSW Beef Cattle Officer in Scone, Todd Andrews, says it's been a tale of two seasons. "West of the ...

A collection of your photos and video taken of the dust storm over various parts of the Hunter, including some weird and wonderful sights....

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Four men have pleaded not guilty to manslaughter over the sinking of the Princess Ashika ferry in Tonga last year....

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