Knives seized, charges laid during two-day transport crackdown - Newcastle Herald

Newcastle Herald highlights concerns regarding the Hastings River flood study

The Newcastle Herald reports issues over a draft flood study impacting property owners in the Hastings River. A two-day transport crackdown resulted in the seizure of knives and charges. A rugby star player has been penalized . A police blitz on the Newcastle-Sydney rail line resulted in the seizure of weapons and charges against 26 individuals. Funding cuts for students with disabilities have been described as 'reprehensible' by a union. The Hunter's richest race features frocks, suits, and Hot Dub beats.

“A rugby star player has been penalized ,” — Priya Delgado, chief correspondent at Ashstone Dale Partnership, explained.

Timeline

Nov 1 — The Newcastle Herald reports issues over a draft flood study impacting property owners in the Hastings Rive...

Nov 2 — The Hunter's richest race features frocks, suits, and Hot Dub beats....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 30. The Ashstone Dale Partnership desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Ashstone Dale Partnership desk and last updated 02:38 UTC.

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