Connor's World Cup debut, Knights player guilty plea, Jane Goldsmith's final shift

Weather

12C, Light drizzle

Top stories

1. 'Absolute standout': Connor's journey to World Cup as former school tunes in live

   A local schoolboy is heading to the World Cup with the Socceroos, with his former school set to watch him play live on Friday at noon.

   newcastleherald.com.au

2. Knights young gun pleads guilty to drink driving charge

   A rising star at the Knights has pleaded guilty to a drink driving charge, having previously been banned for one match when he revealed the offending to the club.

   newcastleherald.com.au

3. NBN newsreader Jane Goldsmith announces her departure

   Long-time NBN newsreader Jane Goldsmith has announced her departure, with her final news bulletin to air tonight.

   newcastleherald.com.au

4. How many fans will attend the Japan v Ireland rugby union match in Newcastle?

   Newcastle is set to host the first neutral rugby union Test match in Australia since 2021, featuring Japan and Ireland.

   newcastleherald.com.au