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Shabtay Yaacoby has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for laundering more than $50 million of scam funds. The sentence is the longest ever for a money laundering offence in Australia.
A Central West NSW farmer has found a solution to livestock losses caused by feral predators in an ancient breed of dog. Maremma livestock guardian dogs have been used to protect his flock, with a significant reduction in mortality rates.
Cheryl Grimmer's family is devastated after the NSW director of public prosecutions upheld the decision to abandon the case over her disappearance. The family had submitted 54 detailed legal and evidentiary arguments, but received a two-page letter in response.
A landcare group in Central West NSW is preparing for another showdown against a mining giant over plans for a billion-dollar silver mine near Mudgee. The Independent Planning Commission will reassess the proposal after the previous approval was overturned by the NSW Supreme Court of Appeal.
Sydney Roosters stars Millie Elliott and Corban Baxter have announced their retirements from the NRLW at the end of the current finals series. The duo, influential figures in the competition, confirmed on Wednesday that this season would be their last.
Newcastle Knights' 21-year-old Jermaine McEwen had a breakout performance in his first finals match, scoring a double and running for 187 metres in the team's 20-10 upset win over South Sydney. McEwen's standout game has the Hunter region dreaming big ahead of Sunday's sudden-death clash with the Warriors.
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.
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