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An 18-year-old man has been charged with murder over his alleged involvement in a fatal underworld shooting in Western Sydney last week. The teenager is accused of providing drone surveillance during the mistaken identity attack that killed Joshua Macdonald, a 40-year-old tradie.
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.
Sydney's banking sector has been hit by a massive alleged fraud, with NSW Police charging multiple individuals in connection with a multi-million dollar crime syndicate. The syndicate allegedly defrauded banks of up to $600 million.
A surge in the global price of antimony has led to the reopening of the historic Hillgrove mine near Armidale, with trucks once again moving on site for the first time in over a decade. The mine's revival is expected to bring new opportunities for local workers and generate money for the area.
A conversation between Molly Ticehurst and her mother just hours before her murder has been revealed, shedding light on the events leading up to her tragic death. Molly's former partner, Daniel Billings, had broken into her bedroom and stabbed her multiple times, just 16 days after she reported him to police for stalking and intimidation.
A 25-year-old man has been sentenced to 12 months in jail for his role in a riot that caused chaos in a suburban Newcastle park. The riot occurred during a merchandise and cash giveaway event that descended into chaos, with riders taking over surrounding streets and parkland on unregistered trail bikes.
A 20-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after a shooting at a home in Berkeley Vale on the NSW Central Coast. The alleged shooter, Bison Zounis, is accused of being hired to carry out the crime in a "crime as a service".
Newcastle has defeated South Sydney 20-10 in an elimination final at the Sydney Football Stadium, marking their first finals win since 2013. The match was not without controversy, with a try disallowed for Souths.
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.
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