Greens call for mining health study
The NSW Greens have called on the Premier to show some humanity and order a comprehensive, independent health study for the Upper Hunter.
View ArticleRatepayers refuse to pay 'unlawful' water charge
Hunter Water has begun charging ratepayers for the controversial Tillegra dam, despite the fact it has not yet got planning approval.
View ArticleGreens cast doubt over Tillegra Dam levy
The New South Wales Greens say they have legal advice stating Hunter Water customers should not have to pay a special levy being charged for the construction of the Tillegra Dam.
View ArticleGreens name Paterson candidate
The election battle for Paterson is heating up with the New South Wales Greens today announcing Jan Davis as their candidate for the marginal federal seat.
View ArticleCosta contradicted by Tillegra document
The Greens are calling for Water Minister Phillip Costa's resignation, saying he misled State Parliament over the Tillegra Dam project.
View ArticleKeneally defends Water Minister over Tillegra Dam
The New South Wales Premier Kristina Keneally has jumped to the defence of her Water Minister - who was yesterday accused of misleading parliament over the Hunter's Tillegra Dam.
View ArticleHousing project given $500,000 discount: Greens
The Greens say they have a document showing the developer behind a massive Hunter Valley housing project has been given a $500,000 discount for project processing fees.
View ArticleGreens pledge mental health boost
The New South Wales Greens are advocating a $350 million annual boost to mental health services in the Hunter as part of their health policy launched today.
View ArticleGreens call for revision of biodiversity draft
A Greens councillor in Cessnock says a state-wide draft plan to improve biodiversity and protect endangered species does not go far enough.
View ArticleGreen slide strong in Newcastle
While there were no big surprises in the Hunter's electorates, with all sitting members retaining their seats, there was one unexpected trend that was reflected right across the country. Greens leader,...
View ArticleO'Farrell threatens pubs with three strikes
NSW Opposition Leader Barry O'Farrell has threatened to revoke the liquor licences of pubs and clubs if they continuously play host to violent behaviour.
View ArticleCessnock Jail assault prompts calls for boost to prison security
The New South Wales Greens are calling for a significant boost to prison security after an inmate was allegedly assaulted by another inmate at Cessnock Correctional Centre at the weekend.
View ArticleRail debate dominates Newcastle transport forum
Debate over the Newcastle railway line has again dominated discussion about the future of public transport in the region at a public forum organised by the Rail, Tram and Bus Union overnight.
View ArticleHunter Water under fire over desal plans
The NSW Greens say they have uncovered a document showing Hunter Water pushing for a billion dollar desalination plant at Stockton, shortly before its Tillegra Dam project was rejected.
View ArticleGreen plan to revitalise Maitland CBD
The New South Wales Greens will today announce a plan to revitalise Maitland's city centre.
View ArticleTate lucky 3, but McKay pulls off top spot
Newcastle M-P, Jodi McKay says while she is pleased and relieved to have secured position one on the ballot for this month's election, there is still a lot of work to do.
View ArticleUpper Hunter MP will attend candidates forum
Member for Upper Hunter, George Souris, has confirmed he will attend a candidates forum in Muswellbrook next week.
View ArticleUnions, Greens apply pressure on NSW Coalition
The NSW Coalition is facing pressure from trade unions and the Greens, while Labor's election campaign focus has again turned to one of its former heartlands in the Hunter Valley.
View ArticleGreens say ALP worried about Hunter seats
The Newcastle Greens say Labor's election strategy shows there is real concern in the party about the future of several Hunter region seats.
View ArticleGreens fears over secret plan to move Mayfield school
The Greens candidate for the state seat of Newcastle says residents are concerned the Mayfield East Public School could be relocated as part of plans for a container terminal.
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