Watch out for Vitamin D deficiency in winter and other top stories.

• Watch out for Vitamin D deficiency in winter

  You need vitamin D for strong bones and muscles. SOAK IT UP: You need vitamin D for strong bones and muscles. The sun is a source of vitamin D and daily exercise also helps the body to produce it.I have been feeling pretty tired and sluggish of late.I have put it down to a combination of picking up a bug which ripped through my son’s school recently, going back to work full-time, not getting enough sleep due to a teething toddler and struggling to find time for my usual level of e..

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• NRL Round 15: Dragons vs Storm | Photos

  

  NRL: Benji Marshall of the Dragons passes during the round 15 NRL match between the St George Illawarra Dragons and the Melbourne Storm at WIN Stadium on June 18, 2016 in Wollongong, Australia. Picture: Matt King/Getty ImagesNRL: Referee Matt Cecchin awards a penalty during the round 15 NRL match between the St George Illawarra Dragons and the Melbourne Storm at WIN Stadium on June 18, 2016 in Wollongong, Australia. Picture: Matt King/Getty ImagesNRL: Gareth Widdop of the Dragons passes during t..

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• Rosellas prevail but lock in limbo

  

  Western Suburbs overcome Central Newcastle in wet affair but Warren Schillings on report for head-high tackle. Rosellas prevail but lock in limbo exitWestern Suburbs lock Warren Schillings is in doubt for Saturday’s NSW Country Championships final after a tackle which left Central Newcastle replacement Matt Baker with a suspected broken jaw.Newcastle Rebels forward Schillings faces a potential suspension after being put on report for the high shot about half..

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• Tough day out for all Coalfields teams

  

  PHOTOS: No joy in Newcastle Rugby League on Saturday for Kurri, Cessnock or Maitland. Tough day out for all Coalfields teams exitCoalfields trio Kurri, Maitland and Cessnock all suffered defeats in ninth round Newcastle Rugby League fixtures on Saturday.Kurri went down 28-12 to South Newcastle at home after trailling 16-0 at half-time and only scoring late to lighten the damage courtesy of a consolation try from replacement Ethan McKenzie.   SMILES: Bulldogs..

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• Unforgettable trek to find brain cancer cure

  

  VIDEO: “It was the closest I’ve come since finishing with the Newcastle Knights to being so involved in a team working so hard together.” GRATEFUL: Mark Hughes with wife Kirralee, children Dane, Bonnie and Zac and dog Teddy, encouraged the community to don a beanie during the next month and donate to brain cancer research. Picture: Max Mason-Hubers MARK Hughes’ memory of leading a team of 17 through a singing guard of honour at the end of the legendary Kokoda Track is one that wil..

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• Puppy love inspired a furry friend fundraiser

  

  Newcastle restaurant owner is helping to save Hunter dogs and cats, one charity performance at a time. Belinda RoalsHunter Animal RescueRESCUE: Belinda Roals, co-owner of Kavon Theme Restaurant, with some of her foster puppies. She ran "Furlesque" to raise money. Picture: Max Mason-Hubers.BEAUMONT Street’s Kavon Theme Restaurant regularly hosts fundraisers for worthy causes.But one charity in particular has a special place in the heart of co-owner Belinda Roals.Having been a foste..

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• Supanova Pop Culture Expo visits Sydney | Photos

  

  SUPANOVA: A woman, dressed as an Adjutant from the game Star Craft, poses for a picture at the Supanova Pop Culture Expo on June 17, 2016 in Sydney, Australia. Picture: Daniel Munoz/Fairfax MediaSUPANOVA: A woman, dressed as Darth Maul from Star Wars, poses for a picture at the Supanova Pop Culture Expo on June 17, 2016 in Sydney, Australia. Picture: Daniel Munoz/Fairfax MediaSUPANOVA: A man poses for a picture at the Supanova Pop Culture Expo on June 17, 2016 in Sydney, Australia. Picture: Dani..

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• What's happening in Newcastle

  

  Bill Shorten launches Labor federal election campaign June 19, 2016, 12:21 p.m. Federal opposition leader Bill Shorten officially launched the Labor campaign in Penrith on Sunday. PM RACE: Bill Shorten launches Labor's run for the top job.With the catch-cry for a united Labor Party, federal opposition leader Bill Shorten officially launched his campaign in Penrith on Sunday.He was joined by former ALP prime ministers Julia Gillard, Paul Keating and Bo..

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• Daunt family confirm the worst

  

  Christopher John Robertson, 33, a friend of Mr Daunt’s, has been charged with his murder. MISSED: Christopher Daunt. Source: Supplied. THE family of a Newcastle man missing since April last year say their worst fears have been confirmed.The remains of Christopher Daunt were found a few metres from George Booth Drive at Seahampton on Thursday. Christopher John Robertson, 33, a friend of Mr Daunt’s, has been charged with his murder. He did not appear in court or apply for bail durin..

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• Can I live with you

  

  Find a new furry or feathered friend. The Hunter RSPCA needs your help to rehome these furry faces. If you can offer a permanent home for any of these animals contact the shelter on 4939 1555 on any day except Tuesday.Leia, standardbred-cross, female, 17 years old.Sharni, Char Pei cross, female, one year old.Ruben, Irish wolfhound-cross Mastiff, male, three years old.Estevez, Mastiff-cross, male, one year old.Sprite, Cattle-dog cross Border Collie, male, three years old.Katie, nin..

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Deja vu as All Blacks overrun Wales, but lose fly-half Aaron Cruden with neck injury .	Man charged with murdering Newcastle builder Christopher Daunt .
AFL tipping 2016: Expert tips and predictions for Round 13 .	NRL sets up committee to offload Newcastle Knights .