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Upper Hunter among state leaders in rooftop solar uptake

February 26, 2026 8:26 am

Regional NSW continues to dominate rooftop solar adoption, with nine of the state’s top ten electorates for installations located outside...

Truck collides with vehicle at Rixs Creek

February 26, 2026 8:07 am

A woman has been assessed for injuries after a crash between a truck and a car is causing major delays...

Government relaunches discounted washing machine program

February 26, 2026 7:58 am

The State Government has relaunched its Washing Machine Exchange Program, offering thousands of discounted energy‑efficient washing machines to help households...

Three men charged over alleged armed robbery

February 26, 2026 6:26 am

Three men have been charged following an investigation into an alleged violent home invasion in Hamilton South last month, which...

Upper Hunter growers help drive record horticulture season

February 26, 2026 6:08 am

Fruit and vegetable producers across the Upper Hunter have contributed to a record‑breaking year for Australia’s horticulture sector, with new...

Ungooroo open new specialist health hub in Singleton

February 25, 2026 3:51 pm

Ungooroo have opened a new purpose-built Specialist Hub in the Singleton Centre, giving the community direct access to services that...

Hunter vineyard credits solar for major bill reductions as energy prices climb

February 25, 2026 7:51 am

A Hunter Valley wine producer says solar energy is delivering significant savings and stability at a time when electricity prices...

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