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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.
A major development collapse has left dozens of Wollongong residents out of pocket and without a home. The 108-apartment complex was one of 45 active projects left unfinished when Sydney developer Bathla went into administration.
A 19-year-old woman has spoken out about the 'fear' and 'anger' she felt when a serial coercive control offender's sentence was reduced on appeal. The offender, Benjamin James Morris, was convicted of 19 offences, including threats to kill and intimidation, after a three-year campaign of abuse.
Two teenagers have been charged with murder over the alleged mistaken-identity shooting of a university student in Sydney's south-west. Marco Tapia was shot dead at a Glen Alpine home on September 1.
Changes to a law allowing the transfer of government land into Indigenous ownership have passed NSW parliament, creating barriers to land claims. The NSW Aboriginal Land Council has described the changes as a "regression".
A gold Ford Escape SUV belonging to missing woman Yvonne Whear has been found at the bottom of the Rous River near Dulguigan, less than 10km from her home in Dungay. The 73-year-old was last seen driving towards her home near Murwillumbah in February.
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.
Experts are urging parents to discuss the risks of sexual strangulation with their children, following the recent death of a 16-year-old girl from Sydney. Research shows that 57 per cent of young Australians aged 18 to 35 have been strangled during sex, highlighting the need for open and honest conversations.
A northern NSW family is pleading for special consideration from immigration authorities to prevent the separation of a six-year-old boy from his mother. The boy's mother, a Kenyan citizen, will be forced to leave Australia in December when her tourist visa expires.
A 13-year-old girl was allegedly subjected to verbal abuse on a Sydney bus, sparking widespread condemnation from community leaders and politicians. The incident has highlighted the growing concern of Islamophobia in Australia, with a 612 per cent jump in reported attacks in the last three years.
Mobile phone videos of a dying toddler could be used to train junior doctors to avoid other "preventable" deaths, an inquest has found. The inquest into the death of two-year-old Pippa Mae White at the Orange hospital in 2022 found her death was "wholly preventable" due to delayed diagnosis and treatment.
A three-year-old girl has died after being run over by a car in a driveway in Auburn, Western Sydney. Emergency services were called to the scene about 2:05pm on Tuesday.
Renowned royal coachmaker Jim Frecklington has died aged 76, leaving behind a legacy of exquisite horsedrawn carriages built for the British royal family. His latest project, the Commonwealth Royal Coach for King Charles III, remains unfinished but is nearing completion.
A 12-year-old schoolboy from western New South Wales has secured $2 million for rural health charity Little Wings after walking 500 kilometres to Canberra to meet the prime minister. Dusty Langby's determination led to a funding commitment from the government to match every dollar he raised and invest an additional $1 million.
A Sydney MP has referred weekend drug raids on the city's LGBTQIA+ nightlife district to the police watchdog, citing concerns that the incident left the community feeling targeted and intimidated. The raids, which resulted in 28 drug detections and 12 fines, have sparked worries about police priorities and the intelligence used to justify the operation.
A prominent athlete has told a Sydney court that he sent Alan Jones messages wishing him the best for the holidays even after he was allegedly kissed without consent. The athlete has alleged Mr Jones kissed him on the side of the mouth without consent at a public event in 2015 and at his apartment in 2020.
A 13-year-old Muslim schoolgirl was subjected to a racial attack on a Sydney bus, sparking outrage and concerns about rising Islamophobia. The incident was caught on video and has gone viral online.
A fundraiser at Woonona Bowling Club has brought together friends and strangers to support the family of paramedic Steven Tougher, who was fatally stabbed while on a work break in Sydney's south-west. The event is part of a broader campaign to secure legislative change recognising Steven's legacy and improving frontline worker safety.
Molly Ticehurst's friends and family say the system designed to protect women and children failed her, as her former partner was granted bail despite an apprehended violence order being in place. They believe alleged offenders should not be granted bail to ensure women's safety.
Twelve-year-old Dusty Langby has completed a 500-kilometre walk to Canberra, raising over $400,000 for paediatric care in rural communities. He met with the prime minister to discuss the issue.
An Indigenous family is demanding police take action in the 36-year-old cold case of murdered teenager Colleen Walker-Craig, as homicide detectives return to northern NSW in a bid to find her body. The family is pleading with the community to help solve the murder of Colleen and two other children.
Two country New South Wales rugby league players are on trial for allegedly raping a woman in 2023, with the jury hearing that the men believed they had consent for group sex. The woman testified that she repeatedly said 'no' and 'stop' and did not agree to group sex.
Landholders in the Macquarie Marshes are preparing for the potential arrival of the H5 strain of bird flu, which could have a devastating impact on the region's waterbird populations. The region's feral pig problem could make an outbreak harder to contain.
A prominent athlete has given evidence in a Sydney trial, alleging that Alan Jones kissed him without consent at a public event in 2015 and later sent him a suggestive text message. The athlete, known as Complainant M, also alleged that Jones made unwanted advances on another occasion at Jones's apartment.
The Open Pool Australian Lightwater (OPAL) nuclear reactor at ANSTO marks 20 years of operation, producing nuclear medicine and treating silicon for high-powered objects. The reactor's impact is felt across various industries, from healthcare to transportation and technology.
The Big Peg in Canowindra is for sale along with the property where it's located. The sculpture has become a popular tourist attraction and local icon.
Staff at the Villawood Immigration Detention Centre have reported a deterioration in conditions under private company Secure Journeys, citing understaffing and a rise in incidents including self-harm and assault. The company was awarded a $2.3 billion contract to run Australia's immigration detention centre network.
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 mental health impacts of serving on a jury can be profound and long-lasting, with many jurors exposed to traumatic evidence without adequate support or training. As the justice system continues to evolve, there is growing concern about the toll that jury service can take on individuals.
Young people contracted by gangs to commit crimes shouldn't be punished for being exploited, a justice reform advocate says. The government's proposed measures to tackle organised crime violence include allowing young people to face adult penalties if convicted.
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A four-year-old child has died in a house fire in central western New South Wales. The blaze occurred at a home in Woodstock, about 20 kilometres north-east of Cowra, with a woman and two other children escaping the inferno.
A wild pursuit and carjacking across Sydney's west has left two children injured. The incident began when police attempted to conduct a welfare check on a 36-year-old driver who refused to pull over.
A proposal to cut the operating hours of five Service Tasmania centres has sparked concern among residents, particularly older people who rely on in-person services. The changes would affect centres in Queenstown, Oatlands, Campbell Town, Currie, and Whitemark, with some centres facing cuts of up to half their current operating hours.
Australia's unique combination of isolation, self-sufficiency, and political stability make it one of the safest places on Earth in the event of a global catastrophe. However, researchers warn that no country would escape unscathed and that resilience may depend as much on local communities as national borders.
Hundreds of cyclists gathered in Canberra to remember two members of their community who were killed in a car crash last month. The memorial ride was organized by the Canberra Bilbys Triathlon Club to offer support to those grieving and to encourage people to keep cycling.
Sydney's Rookwood Cemetery, the Southern Hemisphere's largest necropolis, is facing a crisis of space as it nears its 159th anniversary. The cemetery is looking for ways to expand, but a proposal to convert a nearby golf course into a cemetery has drawn backlash from the local community.