The Newcastle Herald has you covered with trusted local journalism on the go.
A cornerstone of the Hunter community for more than 160 years, the award-winning journalism of the Newcastle Herald provides our region with the most comprehensive local coverage of news, business, property, opinion, lifestyle, and sport.
The Newcastle Herald app and website are updated around the clock, which means you can stay up to date as news breaks anywhere, anytime, while the newspaper's print edition, published six days a week (Monday to Saturday), offers a more relaxed reading experience.
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NEWFM – 100% Newcastle Made
NEWFM is Newcastle’s only 100% Locally Made radio station. No shows from Sydney or Melbourne — everything is created by locals, for locals.
Start your day with Nic & Joel, exclusive to Newcastle, bringing laughs, local stories, and breaking news from our 100% Live and Local Newsroom. At 9am, enjoy 105 minutes of Commercial Free Music, followed by Dave Wright keeping the energy high through the afternoon.
From 3pm, Ari & Krivo host the only Live and Local drive home with news, traffic, gossip, and great prizes. At 8pm, Matty Morris takes over for NEWFM Live At Night.
Weekends feature Newcastle’s Best Music Variety, local news, the Party Mix on Friday and Saturday nights, and Homegrown on Sunday nights from 9pm.
Proud supporters of the Newcastle Knights, Jets, Got Ya Back Sista, Westpac Rescue Helicopter and Star Struck — NEWFM is your home for everything Newcastle and the Hunter.
2HD – Celebrating 100 Years of Broadcasting Excellence
In 2025, 2HD proudly celebrates 100 years on air, making it Australia’s second-oldest existing radio station. A trusted voice in Newcastle and the Hunter since 1925, 2HD delivers news, talk, entertainment, and strong community connection.
Wake up with Richard King from 5am — a beloved local voice known for his warmth, insight, and engaging style. At 9am, join Chris Smith in The Castle of Common Sense for sharp commentary on news, lifestyle, and current affairs.
From midday, Brent Bultitude keeps you informed with political insight and dynamic interviews. At 3pm, Dave Cochrane hosts The Hunter Today — a hyperlocal mix of news, traffic, and community stories.
Catch Talkin’ Sport from 5pm and wind down with Cheralyn Darcy from 8pm. We proudly support the Newcastle Knights, Jets, Westpac Rescue Helicopter, and Star Struck, championing local talent and causes.
2HD – 100 Years Strong. Still Local. Still Trusted. Still Talking
The Newcastle Weekly is the Hunter’s free online daily news source and monthly lifestyle publication. We are proud to support Star Struck and the students of our region.
100% Local, 100% Free.
Graphika are proud media partners of REMIXED, Star Struck 2025 and have been since 2018. With over 27 years of industry experience, Graphika is an award-winning Branding and Graphic Design Agency crafting creative solutions that spark real connection – just like Star Struck! We partner with our clients to build their brands to help connect them to their ideal clients including brand identity packages/logo design, websites, social media, banners, booklets, signage, photography and video.
