Renewable rollout leaves $600k repair bill for road 'bogholes'
Regional councils in New South Wales are facing significant repair bills for roads damaged by renewable energy projects, with one council reporting a cost of $600,000 for repairs.
This parasite caused memory loss and organ damage in a woman, never before recorded in humans
A 64-year-old woman in New South Wales, Australia, suffered neurological symptoms and organ lesions due to a previously undocumented parasitic infection.
Pauline Hanson’s daughter employed in taxpayer-funded job with NSW One Nation senator
Lee Hanson, daughter of Pauline Hanson, has been hired as a senior adviser to Senator Sean Bell of NSW, in a role funded by taxpayer money.
'Sledgehammer to crack a nut': Activists go to court over NSW protest laws
Activists in New South Wales are challenging new protest laws in court, claiming they infringe on constitutional rights following their enactment after a terrorist attack.
Australia has recorded its first death from mammalian meat allergy. How common is it?
Australia reports its first death from mammalian meat allergy, linked to tick bites that cause severe allergic reactions to red meat.
Town learns its water is 'only good to flush the toilet' after 66 years
Residents of Sunset Strip, Australia, have been informed that their water is unsafe for use after 66 years of believing it was safe for cleaning and hygiene.
Man arrested after tense stand-off with police in western NSW business
A man was arrested following a nearly three-hour stand-off with police in Dubbo, New South Wales, after allegedly being armed with a gun.
Breaking: Teen confirmed as first Australian death from tick-induced red meat allergy
A teenager in New South Wales has been confirmed as the first Australian to die from an allergy to red meat caused by tick bites.
Gallery no longer a 'waste of time' as $145m of art goes on display
The Newcastle Art Gallery has opened its expanded wing after two decades of delays and funding issues, making it the largest public art gallery in regional New South Wales.
Potential for major drought relief as tropical low heads south
A tropical low is expected to bring significant rainfall to drought-stricken regions in South Australia, Victoria, and New South Wales within the coming week, potentially resulting in heavy flooding.
Mother's fight for Deafblind child to access local school makes history
A mother in New South Wales successfully advocated for the creation of Australia's first Deafblind class in a mainstream public school, ensuring her son receives essential support.
Attackers kidnapped and murdered a senior: it turned out they got confused
A senior named Chris Baghsarian was mistakenly kidnapped and killed by assailants who intended to abduct another individual, leading to a tragic and surreal situation for his family.
Australia: Two Arrests After Apparent Abduction Mistake - Man Found Dead
An 85-year-old man who was mistakenly abducted in Sydney has been found dead, leading to the arrest of two suspects.
'Unbelievable amount of water': Towns receive over 200mm in 24 hours
Heavy rainfall in northern South Australia and far-western New South Wales has led to record amounts of over 200mm in just 24 hours, with more rain forecast and flood warnings in effect.
New laws flagged after 'violent' attacks on gay and bisexual Sydney teens
NSW Premier Chris Minns announced potential new laws targeting violent crimes against gay and bisexual individuals in response to recent violent attacks.
Truck driver charged over double fatal train crash dies
The truck driver charged with causing a fatal train crash near the South Australian and New South Wales border has died.
Farmer turned snowboarder after losing leg has Paralympic dreams
Aaron McCarthy, a farmer from New South Wales who lost his leg in a farming accident, aims to represent Australia in snowboarding at the Paralympics, finding freedom and purpose in the sport during his rehabilitation.
Two men arrested in relation to alleged kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian
Two men were arrested in connection with the alleged kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian in New South Wales, Australia.
Tammy Shipley remembered as loving mother who picked tomatoes for her family at inquest into her death
Tammy Shipley, a devoted mother, tragically died in custody, prompting an inquest that revealed her struggles with mental health and a deep family loss.
Human remains found in search for Sydney pensioner kidnapped 'by mistake'
Police in New South Wales have discovered what they believe to be human remains while investigating the abduction of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian.
Cash-strapped councils slowly march towards financial cliff
Rural councils in New South Wales face significant financial challenges, with some on the brink of insolvency, prompting calls for state government reform in grant funding allocation.
NSW prepares for possible return of Islamic State-linked women and children from Syria
New South Wales authorities are gearing up for the potential return of Australian women and children linked to Islamic State as discussions with federal agencies intensify.
Alleged victim of former NSW MP tells court he didn’t understand their meetup was for a sexual encounter
A former MP in New South Wales is facing trial for allegedly sexually abusing a 13-year-old boy, who expressed confusion about the nature of their meeting.
Monsoon low could bring year’s worth of rain in a week to NSW, Queensland and South Australia
A monsoon low is set to bring excessive rainfall to parts of New South Wales, Queensland, and South Australia, raising concerns about flooding.
Clean-up order to tackle Sydney fatberg; Mexico violence after cartel boss killed; and a bear at the Baftas
A clean-up order has been issued for Sydney's Malabar wastewater treatment plant to address a significant fatberg problem after closures of New South Wales beaches due to large debris.
Third of IS-linked Australians could return to NSW, premier says
NSW Premier Chris Minns stated that up to a third of IS-linked Australians in Syria might resettle in New South Wales if they can return.
DPP considers reviewing case against teen who confessed to toddler's abduction
The New South Wales Director of Public Prosecutions is considering reopening the case of Cheryl Grimmer's abduction following new evidence and a request from her family.
Two-hour downpour in drought-hit town smashes rainfall record
A significant rainstorm in Scone, New South Wales, set a daily rainfall record in just two hours, but farmers express that more rainfall is necessary to alleviate ongoing drought conditions.
'Don't swim in Sydney Harbour': Former police diver's shark warning
A former police diver issues a warning against swimming in unprotected areas of Sydney Harbour due to the risk of shark attacks.
Traffic stop leads to $1.45 million drug seizure, police say
Police in New South Wales arrested a 22-year-old man after seizing drugs worth $1.45 million during a traffic stop.
'Class clown' says satirical AI videos are an extension of his Aussie humour
A self-proclaimed class clown from New South Wales creates satirical AI videos that challenge perceptions of reality and authenticity in the digital age.
Volunteers save lives with 'first aid, but on steroids'
Volunteers in New South Wales have trained to become part of Community Emergency Response Teams to address ambulance shortages in rural areas.
Heaviest outback rain in decades to reach SA, NSW and Victorian farmers
Australia is forecasted to experience its heaviest outback rain in decades, bringing hope to drought-affected farmers in South Australia, New South Wales, and Victoria.
NSW man caught with 34,000 'depraved' child abuse images avoids jail
Jarrod Scifleet, a 25-year-old man from NSW, received a three-year community corrections order after pleading guilty to possessing a massive quantity of child abuse images and bestiality videos, avoiding jail time, with the judge citing a low likelihood of reoffending due to ongoing counseling.
NSW to ban children from riding ebikes under minimum age limit
New South Wales plans to introduce a minimum age for riding ebikes to enhance safety and curb risky behavior among young riders.
Former NSW MP Rory Amon faces trial over allegations he abused 13-year-old in car park bathroom
Rory Amon, a former New South Wales MP, is on trial for allegedly abusing a 13-year-old boy in a bathroom in 2017, claiming he was unaware of the boy's age when they met.
Dural ‘stronghold’ linked to Chris Baghsarian kidnapping, NSW police say
Police in New South Wales are investigating a property linked to the kidnapping of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian, who may be a victim of mistaken identity.
Brumby lovers angered by 'hypocritical' use of art by NSW government
Brumby welfare advocates have criticized the New South Wales government's use of wild horse art on birth certificates as hypocritical amid ongoing culling of wild horses in the region.
Australia news live: Dural crime scene believed to be linked to Chris Baghsarian kidnapping, NSW police say; Angus Taylor vows to ‘rid system’ of net zero
NSW police have identified a crime scene in Dural in connection with the Chris Baghsarian kidnapping, while opposition leader Angus Taylor plans to eliminate the net zero commitment.
‘The system is broken’: tragedies involving escaped patients expose NSW’s mental health crisis, hospital workers say
Two recent incidents involving escaped mental health patients in New South Wales highlight critical failures in the psychiatric care system, prompting calls for urgent reforms.
Hate laws put free speech at risk, constitutional expert tells inquiry
A constitutional law expert has warned that new hate laws in New South Wales may threaten free speech amid rising right-wing extremism.
Police drones 'not about surveillance' over troubled town
Police authorities in Moree, NSW, have clarified that drones currently being deployed are not intended for surveillance but to enhance community safety and assist ground operations in emergency situations.
'Gone badly wrong': Premier weighs in after two mental health patients escape
Two mental health patients who escaped from Cumberland Hospital have allegedly caused three deaths in separate incidents, prompting Premier Chris Minns to call for accountability regarding the failures in their care.
Empty dams, less milk and buying water: This is the reality of drought
Drought in New South Wales is causing severe water shortages and impacting farmers' livelihoods, with many struggling to provide for livestock amid ongoing dry conditions.
Man sets himself on fire during alleged robbery of Thornton store - video
A man caught on CCTV setting himself on fire while fleeing a Thornton store after an alleged robbery attempt on February 10 has been reported by NSW police.
Police officer stalked by 'keyboard warrior' indoctrinated with sovereign citizen views
A 32-year-old man has been convicted for stalking a police officer in New South Wales, driven by extremist sovereign citizen beliefs and social media threats.
NSW inquiry into right-wing extremism 'the tip of a much larger iceberg'
An inquiry in New South Wales is exploring methods to prevent radicalisation and combat right-wing extremism following a Neo-Nazi rally.
Families targeted in 'ridiculously disgusting' escalation of gang violence
Recent gang violence in Western Sydney has escalated, with police linking multiple shootings and arson attacks to organized crime incidents involving innocent victims.
Track closure will see 'flood' of greyhounds needing new homes
The closure of the Broken Hill greyhound racetrack will result in a significant number of greyhounds needing new homes, ending over a century of racing in the city.
'Frustration' despite plans to reopen road notorious for landslips
Waterfall Way, an important road connecting the Coffs Coast and New England, is set to reopen to traffic after repeated landslips caused closures, with plans for a more permanent solution in the works.