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Two Scone rugby league players have been found guilty of raping a woman in 2023. Hayden Topliss and Ryan Hawkshaw will be sentenced in November after the jury rejected their claims of consent.
New South Wales One Nation leader Mike Newman has vowed to push for stricter abortion controls if his party succeeds in the March election. Speaking at a rally outside the state parliament, Mr. Newman emphasized his party's commitment to the "right to life".
Fugitive property developer Jean Nassif has appeared via video link from Lebanon to give evidence to the NSW corruption watchdog, declaring he is "not hiding". The ICAC is examining whether Mr Nassif paid Liberal Party operatives to achieve political outcomes that would favour his developments.
The NSW government's ClubGrants scheme, which allows clubs to receive tax discounts for donating to community organisations, has been marred by controversy over clubs awarding grants to their own groups and facilities. The Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority has expressed concerns over the scheme and wanted to offload oversight to another agency.
New South Wales' renewable energy rollout is running almost $1 billion under budget, with the state's EnergyCo agency attributing the gap to the timing of project milestones and construction activities. The delay in the rollout has raised concerns about the state's ability to meet its renewable energy targets.
Sydney-based fashion brand Cue Clothing Co has entered receivership, with FTI Consulting appointed as receivers and managers. The company will continue to trade while receivers assess restructuring options.
Australia's most expensive bull, Millah Murrah Wyatt W50, has sold for a record $420,000 and is expected to generate over $1 million in semen sales. The bull's semen will be collected and sold to cattle producers across Australia and the world.
It's been 50 years since The Muppet Show first hit TV screens around the world, and for one Australian puppeteer, it was the adventure of a lifetime. Richard Bradshaw, the only Australian to ever appear on The Muppet Show, has shared his incredible journey with us.
Celeste Barber returns to theatre for the first time in 20 years in kooky comedy play The Book of Liz. The Sydney Theatre Company's 2027 season features 13 plays, including a Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries play and an adaptation of Jenny Hocking's The Palace Letters.
Sydney band Fathom attempts world record for most gigs in 12 hours
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