Developers using 'workarounds' to dodge donations laws Property developers are dodging NSW political donation laws with methods that instead funnel money to federal accounts, the state's corruption watchdog says. AAP · May 17, 2024
Roll out the barrel: regional NSW gets business boost Rural and remote airstrips will be upgraded and country towns will get money for child care under state funding aimed at kick-starting regional businesses. AAP · May 17, 2024
Licence suspension delay for Queensland casinos Two Queensland casinos will have their licence suspensions delayed again as the state waits on a NSW inquiry's findings. AAP · May 17, 2024
NSW's Baxter free for Origin II after shot on Temara NSW will breathe a sigh of relief after five-eighth Corban Baxter escaped suspension following the women's State of Origin series opener. AAP · May 17, 2024
Star skipper charged over A-League betting scandal Three players at A-League club Macarthur are facing serious charges after suspicious betting triggered an investigation into alleged yellow-card manipulation. AAP · May 17, 2024
Post-mining world set for NSW government microscope Advanced manufacturing, clean energy initiatives and tourism uses are some ideas for how NSW's mining sites can be used once shut down. AAP · May 16, 2024
Consumer groups criticise energy companies charging solar panel owners for exporting power Critics argue change could lead to people installing smaller solar power systems so they aren’t penalised for exporting excess energy during the day The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2024
NSW Sky Blues beat Queensland Maroons in Women’s State of Origin 2024 Game One – as it happened Minute by minute: The Sky Blues roared out of the blocks in the opener to the historic three-match series before posting a 22-12 win at Suncorp Stadium The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2024
eSafety Commissioner threatened over X takedown notice Australia's internet cop has contacted the NSW and federal police after receiving threats and abuse and becoming concerned for the safety of her family. AAP · May 16, 2024
NSW premier sacks parliamentary secretary over criticism of police response to pro-Palestine protesters Chris Minns said Labor MP Anthony D’Adam’s comments in a speech to parliament were ‘absolutely reprehensible’ The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2024
Push for pets on trains, buses at parliament 'pawtest' "Fur-ious" animal lovers are demanding NSW allow pets on public transport but the government warns any changes will have to consider other, human passengers. AAP · May 16, 2024
'Desperate' cash splash for teachers in needy schools Teachers willing to work at an understaffed school could benefit from thousands of dollars in bonuses, but unions say the real issue lies in underfunding. AAP · May 16, 2024
Minister won't step in over alleged logging breaches NSW parliament has rejected calls to urgently suspend logging over claims the Forestry Corporation is failing to properly look for endangered greater gliders. AAP · May 16, 2024
How to watch Women's State of Origin 2024 — live stream, TV channels, schedule All you need to watch Women's State of Origin 2024 live streams from anywhere, with New South Wales ringing in the changes to dethrone their Queensland rivals. Tom’s Guide · May 15, 2024
The Guardian - AU · May 15, 2024 Dutton delivers federal budget reply speech – as it happened This blog is now closed.
AAP · May 15, 2024 Women's coaches predict higher-quality Origin opener The first game of the 2023 women's State of Origin series was a scrappy affair, but both coaches have reason to believe things will be different this year.
AAP · May 15, 2024 Under-pressure emergency departments get more nurses Two hospitals under critical pressure to serve Sydney communities will be the first to benefit from NSW changes to staffing ratios.
AAP · May 15, 2024 Close encounters of the Choppy kind give Maroons belief Queensland players have spoken of how a powerful speech by legend Chris Close continues to inspire them ahead of the women's State of Origin series opener.
AAP · May 14, 2024 States query GST carve-up despite 'constructive' budget The reviews are rolling in for the federal budget, with Australia's two most populous states publicly questioning the support they have received from Canberra.
AAP · May 14, 2024 Young recruits, overseas cops in sights of hiring blitz NSW is trying a range of measures to hire experienced officers and attract more recruits as it competes with other jurisdictions to fill the ranks.
AAP · May 14, 2024 Surgery wait lists slashed for children NSW's biggest children's hospitals have reported a 92 per cent reduction in overdue surgeries in nine months.
AAP · May 14, 2024 Spirits still high as NSW Waratahs get desperate The NSW Waratahs are clinging to the hope of miraculously qualifying for the Super Rugby Pacific finals, despite sitting last with three games remaining.
AAP · May 14, 2024 Wighton rules out reversing State of Origin retirement Injury-hit NSW could do with a gritty, versatile player like Jack Wighton, but the South Sydney back won't be coming out of State of Origin retirement.
The Guardian - AU · May 14, 2024 ‘We should all be furious’: Aboriginal people make up record 31% of adult prison population in NSW Premier Chris Minns says the statistics on Indigenous Australians in the state’s jails represent a ‘major issue’
AAP · May 14, 2024 All clear for pharmacy prescriptions in 'win for women' Women suffering from urinary tract infections can keep getting treatment at NSW pharmacies, rather than having to visit a doctor, as a trial is made permanent.