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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.

South Australia's coroner has proposed increased life jacket regulations for boats under 7 meters following an inquest into multiple boating fatalities.

Australia reports its first death from mammalian meat allergy, linked to tick bites that cause severe allergic reactions to red meat.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Australia has become a training ground for South Korea's major baseball teams, hosting a third of the KBO League's teams this year for training camps.

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.

A 10-year-old boy is in serious condition after being hit by a car while riding an e-scooter in South Granville, Sydney.

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.

An 85-year-old man who was mistakenly abducted in Sydney has been found dead, leading to the arrest of two suspects.

South Australian authorities attribute a recent harmful algal bloom to a combination of factors, although some ecologists dispute the conclusions and call for more transparency.

William Hamish Yeates, a 19-year-old from South Australia, is the first person to be prosecuted under new laws addressing deepfake pornography for allegedly creating and sharing explicit images of a teenage girl.

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.

Opposition leader Angus Taylor acknowledges the need for improvement within the federal Liberal Party following criticism from South Australian leader Ashton Hurn during a campaign event in Adelaide.

Payne Haas denies rumors of a falling out with Michael Maguire and shares his reasons for leaving the Brisbane Broncos to join South Sydney.

NSW Premier Chris Minns announced potential new laws targeting violent crimes against gay and bisexual individuals in response to recent violent attacks.

The truck driver charged with causing a fatal train crash near the South Australian and New South Wales border has died.

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.

Farmers in Esperance, Western Australia, are alarmed by a significant increase in feral pig numbers, prompting legal measures to control the population.

Brenz Saunders, chair of the Alinytjara Wiluṟara Landscape Board, resigned, citing obstacles to effective advocacy amid an ongoing investigation into Telstra's environmental compliance.

Two men were arrested in connection with the alleged kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian in New South Wales, Australia.

A Korean researcher discusses the challenges of digital control in intimate relationships, highlighting the alarming rate of partner homicides in South Korea compared to Australia.

A recent article discusses the need for awareness of coercive control as a precursor to intimate partner violence, highlighting differences in understanding between South Korea and Australia.

The South Australian Labor government's stamp duty policy is at odds with the previous views expressed by former Treasurer Stephen Mullighan regarding who should benefit from such tax relief.

The parents of four-year-old Gus Lamont, missing since September, express their heartbreak and desperation as they continue the search for their son after nearly six months.

The parents of four-year-old Gus Lamont, who went missing in South Australia, have issued a heartfelt appeal for information as the investigation progresses into the circumstances of his disappearance.

The parents of missing four-year-old Gus Lamont have made a heartfelt appeal for information regarding their son’s disappearance, expressing their heartbreak and desperation for answers.

Australia has announced its schedule for a three-Test cricket series in South Africa, marking the first since the infamous ball tampering scandal in 2018.

Police in New South Wales have discovered what they believe to be human remains while investigating the abduction of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian.

Two backpacker hostels in Bunbury, Western Australia, have been closed due to non-compliance with asbestos safety regulations, leading to a housing shortage for workers in the area.

The SA Liberal Party has suggested it may direct preferences to One Nation in the upcoming state election, which could shift the political landscape against Labor and the Greens.

After the Deep Creek bushfires, wildlife carers in South Australia are helping injured animals as they emerge from their refuges.

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.

A man was found guilty of contempt of court for photographing a domestic violence victim while she was giving evidence and sending her threatening messages during the trial.

The Lion King musical is set to return to Sydney with Aphiwe Nyezi from South Africa cast as Simba.

Police are expanding their search for missing woman Trisha Graf by examining mineshafts near Andamooka, where her car was found abandoned.

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.

A monsoon low is set to bring excessive rainfall to parts of New South Wales, Queensland, and South Australia, raising concerns about flooding.

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.

South Australian pastoralists celebrate significant rainfall after months of drought, which may allow them to replenish their livestock.

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.

Noah Wrigley, 25, has pleaded not guilty to grievous bodily harm following a home invasion shooting incident in South Hobart.

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.

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.

South Africa decisively defeated India by 76 runs in the T20 World Cup Super Eight phase, signaling their strength to other teams.

Four years post-election, South Australia's health system remains in crisis despite promises by the government to address issues.

The East West rail line in South Australia has been shut down due to severe flooding that washed away sections of track.

Beijing closely observes the passage of the Australian frigate HMAS Toowoomba through the Taiwan Strait, responding to reports of military activity in the area.