Sydney Times News — local news from New South Wales

NSW public schools are set to introduce new screen time limits for students under government guidelines. The new rules aim to reduce the amount of time students spend on digital devices during school hours.

A bystander's heroic attempt to protect two children during a carjacking and police pursuit in Sydney's south-west has been captured on video. The incident unfolded on Saturday when a 36-year-old man allegedly lunged at the bystander with a knife.

Music education in local schools is being boosted by outside charities and organizations, with students at Taree Public School thriving in their weekly music sessions. The Australian Children's Music Foundation has seen a 13.6 per cent increase in student attendance at Kempsey South Public School between 2022 to 2024.

The Penrith Panthers have defeated the Sydney Roosters 19-12 in a thrilling match at Western Sydney Stadium. The Panthers will now play the winner of next week's Warriors-Knights clash.

Sydney Swans star Errol Gulden has expressed his willingness to step up as captain in the absence of injured skipper Callum Mills. Gulden's statement comes after his impressive midfield performance in the Swans' qualifying final win over Brisbane.

Parramatta Eels player Josh Addo-Carr is being investigated by police after allegedly returning a positive test for cocaine. The Eels have notified the NRL integrity unit and are cooperating with the investigation.

A look at the vast property holdings of Bathla's founders reveals a stark contrast between their luxurious estates and the humble unit where one of them resides. The family's business, Bathla Group, has entered administration owing an estimated $3.4 billion.

Western Sydney developer Bathla Group has secured a two-week reprieve after five lenders agreed to provide between $3 and $5 million to keep the company running. The administrators are working to preserve value across the group, but the break-up of the company has already begun.