The Matildas coach speaks ahead of their clash against Mexico in Newcastle

Work repairing Swansea Seawall to begin before the year is out

Also today - calls for a NSW Shark Summit are getting louder.  Image - Lake Macquarie Council  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Massive number of Newcastle households struggle with food insecurity

Foodbank say the figure is close to eighty-five thousand See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Hunter records spike in domestic violence assaults

Plus - the Premier says he's "not worrying" about the rapid rise of One Nation See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Cheap Newcastle pool entry fees to remain

Plus - Bradman Best is back for the Knights after a five-week injury lay off See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Police vow arrests after Mayfield dirt bike mayhem

Plus - Newcastle City Council is being asked to review parking See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.