The Star Hotel Riot - Stories of Our Town

On September 19, 1979, Newcastle, Australia, experienced a dramatic event known as the Star Hotel riot. The trouble started when locals gathered to protest the sudden closure of the popular Star Hotel. What began as a peaceful protest quickly turned into a chaotic clash between the crowd and the police. This event was a significant moment in Newcastle's history, highlighting the community's fight for their social spaces and reflecting the broader tensions of the time.

Read more about the Star Hotel Riot here: https://lostnewcastle.com.au/star-hotel/

Sometimes it seems that every Novocastrian over 50 was at The Star Hotel the night of the infamous riot in 1979 were you?