UPPER Hunter ratepayers will officially be paying more to the council after its bid to jack up rates by more than the statewide cap was approved.

Four other regional councils — Federation Council (near Albury), Gunnedah Shire Council, Shoalhaven City Council and Upper Hunter Shire Council — had their rate rise applications approved.

Hunter Warbirds celebrates the vital role of the Upper Hunter in supporting military and civil aviation during times of war and peace from WWI to present day. The Hunter Warbirds collection on display ...

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work.