Richard King spoke with Sydney-based artist Osvaldo Budet about the controversial Jocko Graves statue in Maitland.

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Richard King sat down with Newcastle Herald reporter Barry Toohey to break down all the major talking points, standout performances and biggest results from Round 25 of the NRL season.

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Sydney artist Osvaldo Budet has hit back at Maitland City Council after it placed a warning sign in front of his artwork examining the racial legacy of the century-old “Jocko Graves” statue on Maitland’s High Street. Budet responded by erecting his own temporary warning sign beside the statue, arguing the council’s intervention was stifling public debate. The dispute has sparked wider discussion in the community about the statue’s history and council involvement in artistic exhibitions. Richard King spoke with Maitland Mayor Philip Penfold about the controversy.

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Richard King spoke with Friends of Newcastle Ocean Baths president Peter Wickham about City of Newcastle’s refined plans for the final stage of the Newcastle Ocean Baths upgrade, including the latest design changes and what they could mean for the future of the iconic Newcastle landmark.

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Experience the magic of Melinda Schneider, the adored 6 x Golden Guitar and 11 x MO award winning artist, in The Way We Were — a spectacular new concert celebrating the music and life of Barbra Streisand’s legendary career.

Starring the incomparable Melinda, The Way We Were brings Streisand’s timeless songs to life, featuring unforgettable hits from her Broadway beginnings to her iconic film and chart successes. Backed by a stellar live band, rich vocal harmonies, and a string ensemble, this production captures the power, emotion, and glamour of Streisand’s music.

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Richard King spoke with Port Stephens Mayor Leah Anderson about a range of issues affecting the Port Stephens community, including the newly announced design for the Nelson Bay Road upgrade and the ongoing controversy surrounding a proposed beach pathway.

Richard and Mayor Anderson also spoke about the escalating community concerns over a proposed $1.25 million pathway at Shoal Bay, with residents raising concerns about the impact of the project and what it could mean for the character of the beachfront.

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Richard King spoke with Newcastle & Hunter Region Vietnam Veterans committee member Allan Crumpton about why a popular Newcastle market is shutting up shop, and what the closure means for the local community.

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Richard King spoke with Ben Lambert, Conductor and Artistic Director of the Newcastle Chamber Choir, about the choir’s incredible achievement at the World Choir Games in Helsingborg, Sweden, where they were awarded Gold Medals in both the Sacred A Cappella and Contemporary categories.

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Face To Face Touring is thrilled to present celebrated trailblazer, SUZI QUATRO, the undisputed queen of rock ‘n’ roll, on the Down Under 2026 Tour.

The rock icon has defined a place in music history and her status remains unmatched.

SUZI QUATRO will be playing shows across the country, all with very special guests, Baby Animals.

Additionally, she will headline RED HOT SUMMER TOUR supported by Jon Stevens, Baby Animals, Rose Tattoo, Screaming Jets, Dragon & Choirboys (line-ups differ by state).

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Richard King sat down with Newcastle Herald reporter Barry Toohey to break down all the major talking points, standout performances and biggest results from Round 24 of the NRL season.

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