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The New South Wales countryside is experiencing a tourism boom thanks to its picturesque canola fields, with one regional town offering free public access to a massive crop. The canola fields have become a popular destination for visitors seeking to capture the perfect selfie or take in the views.
The former manager of the Tamworth Country Music Festival has been sentenced to community service for sexually touching another person without consent. Joel Ulbricht, 45, was convicted and sentenced in Gosford Local Court after pleading guilty to the offence.
The family of missing woman Janine Vaughan has criticised the police investigation into her disappearance, 25 years after she vanished. Janine's brother and sister described the wait for answers as "torture" while giving evidence to a parliamentary inquiry.
Author and journalist Peter FitzSimons has given evidence in the trial of Alan Jones, describing a young colleague of Mr Jones as appearing "deeply upset" when detailing allegations of indecent assault. Mr Jones has pleaded not guilty to 22 counts of indecent assault and sexual touching relating to six men.
A Sydney businessman has been sentenced to three-and-a-half years in prison for reckless foreign interference. Alexander Csergo, 58, will be eligible for parole as early as next month due to the time he has already spent in custody.
The New South Wales government is facing calls to immediately halt the controversial practice of floodplain harvesting due to revelations that the industry watchdog cannot effectively prosecute breaches. The practice has sparked concerns that it significantly reduces downstream flows, degrades river health, and undermines the ecological, cultural, and economic foundations of communities across the basin.
A lobbyist has told a NSW corruption inquiry that he was 'frustrated' with a fugitive property developer over late payments, including one for a Porsche. The Independent Commission Against Corruption is investigating whether people linked to the NSW Liberal Party solicited funds from prohibited donors and other sources.
Dane Gagai is gearing up for another NRL finals appearance with the Newcastle Knights, despite being one of the oldest players in the league. His experience and physicality will be crucial in their sudden-death semi-final against South Sydney.
Cricket NSW has expressed concerns over Cricket Australia's decision to seek private investment in the Big Bash, fearing it will hinder their ability to invest in grassroots cricket. The move, which begins with the sale of the Melbourne Renegades, has been met with disappointment from Cricket NSW.
Manly Sea Eagles veteran Nathan Brown has announced he will leave the NRL at the end of the season to pursue opportunities in the Super League. The 33-year-old forward has been thrust into the starting lineup for this Friday's crucial clash against the Dolphins amid a severe injury crisis.
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