Just want my piss stained wetty back it’s a pain to buy a new one

19th December.

From the Newcastle Herald website and not paywalled...

An open letter to fans of the Newcastle Jets, from Newcastle Herald editor Lisa Allan and managing editor of sport, Chris Dutton.

Dear Jets fans of Newcastle and the Hunter,

We are writing to let you know that the Newcastle Herald's coverage of the Jets may look a little different in the coming weeks.

We were informed on Friday that the Jets were enforcing a ban on the Herald's long-time chief soccer reporter, James Gardiner, preventing his access to club-sanctioned media briefings.

The Jets said in August they did not want Gardiner to attend Jets media opportunities, following the publication of stories by him and other Herald journalists exposing late payments to several Newcastle businesses, organisations and individuals earlier this year.

The Herald values independent journalism. We report without fear or favour. While the Jets remain a partner of our organisation, we will not allow anyone, partner or otherwise, to dictate what we cover and how we cover it.

As long-time Herald readers know, Gardiner has reported on the A-League since the inaugural season in 2005-06, and has written thousands of stories on Jets teams during his award-winning career in journalism.

We have told the Newcastle Jets that a ban on one Herald reporter is a ban on the Herald.

While the Jets' decision is disappointing, especially coming on the eve of the A-League Men's and Women's seasons, and will pose challenges for how we do our work, the Herald will continue our award-winning coverage of Newcastle's team.

Our top priority has always been, and will always be, keeping our audience and our community informed, and that will continue during this A-League season.

To our loyal readers and advertising partners, thank you for your continuing support of the Newcastle Herald's proudly local and proudly independent journalism.

Lisa Allan, editor, and Chris Dutton, managing editor of sport

Hey folks,

I’m part of a Newcastle-based charity called Reflex Response Services. We provide counselling and supports for people in the aftermath of traumatic events.

Following the Wallsend crash, we’re providing free counselling for people who have been affected. That includes people who were there who witnessed what happened, know someone involved, or who have been struggling in the aftermath of the event.

You don’t have to wait until things get really bad to reach out. Getting the right support early can make a real difference in how people deal long term.

We’ve also put together a guide for navigating the aftermath of a difficult event that includes how to look after yourself, and support others.

Information about counselling and resources can be found at http://reflex.org.au/wallsend-incident

If you know someone who would benefit from knowing about what’s available for them, please share it. Some posts that are a bit easier to digest can be found on Instagram (@reflexcharity) and facebook (@reflexcharity)

We need your help in spreading the word about the help that’s available, and finding local businesses and individuals to sponsor sessions. If you can post about it to your socials, tell your communities, forward it in your workplaces, we can make sure that everyone can get the help that they need.

Hi All,
I work in this space and wanted to share the report we finally got to drop!
This is council's engagement report for upzoning the areas around the Adamstown, Hamilton, Kotara and Interchange stations.
Newcastle received a grant for improvements related to implementing NSW's new mandated TOD rules, but requires Council to consult along the way. Here's the feedback received:

Website: Have Your Say - TOD

Detailed report: TOD Detailed Consultation Report

Summary report: TOD Engagement Summary Report

Next steps? Council will continue reviewing this feedback, develop site-specific draft plans and put these out for consultation.

Has anyone else been getting absolutely swarmed by flies lately? Or is it just me…

TBD out.

Wonder what the issue is again this time...

Has anyone got one I can buy? From what I can understand they were only around a short period of time, but I would love to get my hands on one. I honestly feel a bit shafted that despite living here for 16 years I never had a chance to lay eyes upon such an impressive member of Newcastle history. My partner grew up around Newy, I’ve lived just south of there the entire time I’ve been here, and I’m longing to thrust this into his life

Please and thank you

Anyone heading to Anyma ÆDEN at The Domain tomorrow from Newcastle?

I'm heading down solo by train and planning to stay for the full set, then head back to Newcastle afterwards.

Would be great to meet a few people going from Newcastle, maybe travel together or grab some food in Sydney before the event.

Anyone keen? 🙌

Hello! Normally go to Lakelands but was wondering if there’s any better spots. Huge Halloween fan and I’m heading around with my cousin this year, so even considering going to multiple areas then heading home for some horror movies. I’m looking for large areas that go all out, if you guys know of any.

I don’t know if it was just me. But I was in the waiting room from 9:30 and at 10 when it opened nothing was available. By 10:05 I had clicked on every available option and nothing.

What happened to everyone hating on nickelback?! 🫠

I’m curious if any of the Asian food places in Newcastle still put their food in the take away paper fold up noodle boxes instead of the plastic tubs?
If anyone knows please let me know 🙏🏻🙏🏻