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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.
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.
A new water recycling technology has been launched in regional New South Wales, using less energy and working faster than conventional methods to break down pollutants in wastewater. The $7.8 million advanced wastewater treatment plant in Dubbo can process up to 700 megalitres per year of effluent.
A couple's dream of living in a tiny home on the Far South Coast of New South Wales has been dealt a blow after a court ruling found that their home requires development approval. The ruling may have implications for other tiny home owners in the state.
A Sydney council's decision to cover up Indigenous acknowledgement on entry signs has sparked community concern. The signs, which cost $400,000, feature the phrase "Always was, always will be Wangal Country" in recognition of the area's First Nations community.
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".
Residents in southern NSW are rallying against the end of a firewood permit program in two national parks, which they rely on to heat their homes. The program's end on October 30 has sparked concerns about the impact on local communities and the risk of bushfires.
Isaac Compton, a well-known musician and content creator, has been found not guilty of assaulting and sexually touching two women at a house party in Newcastle. The court heard that the prosecution could not prove the case "beyond reasonable doubt" due to inconsistencies in the women's evidence.
The $2.24 billion M1 extension at Raymond Terrace has opened to traffic, allowing drivers to travel from Melbourne to the NSW mid north coast without passing a single traffic light. The new motorway is expected to shave off up to 9 minutes of travel time and take up to 25,000 vehicles off local roads every day.
The founder of a women-only app has been refused special leave to challenge a ruling that found excluding a transgender woman from the platform was discriminatory. The High Court decision shuts down the final avenue of appeal in the landmark case.
A homebuyer in north-west Sydney faces a $40,000 shortfall after the property developer collapsed, putting a promised discount at risk. The buyer, May, had agreed to purchase an off-the-plan apartment with a 5 per cent discount, but its status is now uncertain.
Daniel Billings has been sentenced to 28 years in jail for the murder of childcare worker Molly Ticehurst. The sentence was handed down at the Orange Supreme Court, with a non-parole period of 20 years.
Sydney Olympic Park is set to get a new four-platform metro station as part of a major development plan aimed at easing traffic and crowd congestion. The station will be designed to accommodate 25,000 passengers per hour and will feature a public plaza and two new high-rise residential towers.
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.
A NSW Police officer has kept his job despite being found guilty of assaulting a man on a hospital stretcher. The incident, captured on CCTV and body-worn camera footage, occurred at Blacktown Hospital in November 2023.
Former Australian of the Year Grace Tame has clarified her previous comments likening reports of mass sexual assault by Hamas to 'propaganda', saying they were misinterpreted. Ms Tame has apologized for any harm caused by her remarks and reaffirmed her support for survivors of sexual violence.
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 32-year-old boxing coach was shot dead in a targeted attack in Sydney's south-west on Wednesday evening. Louis Meehan was shot multiple times in the car park of a community centre in Punchbowl about 5:50pm.
A man has died in a targeted shooting in south-west Sydney, police have confirmed. The incident occurred in a car park at a community centre in Punchbowl on Wednesday evening.
A court in New South Wales has heard a challenge to the planned aerial culling of wild horses in Yuraygir National Park, with a decision pending. The cull, slated for August 26-28, has been put on hold as the Land and Environment Court considers whether the National Parks and Wildlife Service has the statutory authority to carry out the cull.
A former politician has given evidence in the trial of broadcaster Alan Jones, who has pleaded not guilty to 22 charges of indecent assault and sexual touching relating to six men. The politician was questioned about an event where Mr Jones allegedly kissed a prominent athlete on the mouth.
A woman has told a jury in Newcastle District Court that she repeatedly said 'no' and 'stop' before she was allegedly raped by two country rugby league footballers in the Hunter Valley. The two men, Ryan Matthew Hawkshaw and Hayden Charles Topliss, are facing a joint trial after pleading not guilty to a series of charges.
Opal card readers on Sydney ferries will be turned off for almost four weeks as the maritime workers union steps up industrial action against the private operator Transdev. The move is part of a dispute over wages, with the union pushing for a 5 per cent wage increase and an annual increase to offset inflation.
A man is in a serious but stable condition after being shot twice at his home in Berkeley Vale on the NSW Central Coast. Police believe the shooting was a targeted attack and are searching for a male seen driving a silver utility with roof racks and a roll bar.
Acclaimed author and biographer Blanche d'Alpuget has left behind a legacy of unflinching honesty and a determination to be seen as more than just the second wife of former Prime Minister Bob Hawke. Her biographical works were renowned for their candor, capturing her subjects in all their complexity.
Acclaimed Australian writer and biographer Blanche d'Alpuget has died at the age of 82, leaving behind a legacy of influential works. Her family has released a statement remembering her for her fearless and vibrant life.
A painstaking forensic investigation near Goulburn has highlighted the delicate protocols required to preserve crime scenes, after a suspected homicide victim turned out to be an incredibly realistic doll. Police and experts have defended the 20-hour timeline, stating that rushing the process could have destroyed vital evidence.
A notorious Sydney fugitive accused of running a global drug cartel has been captured in a dramatic night-time raid in Lebanon. George Dib, who evaded authorities for over a decade, now faces years behind bars following a coordinated international police operation.
Abdullah Ashraf has been interviewed following the Bondi terror attack. The incident took place in 2025.
Australia’s counter-terrorism coordinator has sounded the alarm on the rising number of children as young as ten engaging with violent extremist material online. Authorities are trialing world-first digital intervention schemes on platforms like TikTok and Roblox to disrupt youth radicalization.
One year after the devastating Bondi tragedy, Abdullah Ashraf returned to the site to pay tribute to his close friend and hero, Faraz Tahir. The emotional visit highlights a community still healing but united in remembrance.
Stunning new design concepts have been unveiled for Sydney's $150 million Town Hall Square, promising a lush green civic plaza. The landmark project will transform the CBD by 2031, opening up historic views and creating a vibrant new gathering space.
The Law Enforcement Conduct Commission has ordered NSW Police to reopen an investigation into controversial drug dog raids on Sydney LGBTQIA+ venues. Patrons allege they were subjected to aggressive tactics and public strip-searches during the Pride Month crackdown.
Former Sydney cafe owner Robert Reid has taken out the inaugural Pearly Spurtle championship at Pearl Beach, securing his ticket to represent Australia on the world stage in Scotland. The local community event drew sold-out crowds to celebrate the humble oat.
A mysterious pollution-linked illness is causing severe hair loss among fur seals on Deen Maar Island, driving a catastrophic 65 percent decline in pup births. Local Indigenous custodians and marine scientists are launching an urgent investigation to trace the toxic source before this genetically unique colony is wiped out.