The Latest Breaking News from New South Wales

Forestry Corp compliance squad sets sights on protests

Conservation groups have sounded the alarm over a new Forestry Corporation compliance team that will focus heavily on logging protests in NSW.

AAP · Apr 30, 2024

EV crash victims could be left to die in battery fires

Emergency responders, mechanics and tow truck drivers need greater training in how to deal with electric vehicle crashes and fires, an inquiry has heard.

AAP · Apr 30, 2024

NSW Waratahs stars dominate 30-strong Wallaroos squad

NSW Waratahs players make up almost half of the 30-strong Wallaroos squad for the upcoming Pacific Four series against Canada, the USA and New Zealand.

AAP · Apr 30, 2024

Teen arrested after 10-year-old dies in alleged stabbing – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Apr 28, 2024

Calling out the 'good guy' myth key in fighting DV

The alleged DV murder of Molly Ticehurst has drawn attention to a crisis in regional Australia as rural men are urged to take a stand against violence.

AAP · Apr 28, 2024

Bulk-billing increase ruled out despite rate rise

The national bulk-billing rate has increased slightly to almost 78 per cent, with NSW having the highest proportion and the ACT the lowest.

AAP · Apr 28, 2024

Wildlife hospital gets boost for koala conservation

A dedicated koala care centre will open after 17 per cent of the marsupial's NSW population was lost in the Black Summer bushfires.

AAP · Apr 28, 2024

A wonky take on Australia's big food waste problem

As a deadline to halve food waste by 2030 looms, food rescue groups, upcycled food producers and a novelty fruit landmark are raising awareness of a big issue.

AAP · Apr 27, 2024

Tenth person charged over Wakeley church riot, say NSW police

It comes as a sixth teenager was charged with terrorism-related offences after raids across Sydney as investigations continue into church stabbing

The Guardian - AU · Apr 27, 2024

As regional Australia reels from several women’s deaths, advocates seek both policing and prevention

Half of the 26 women who have been killed so far this year have been in regional parts of the country, highlighting a need for more resourcing outside metropolitan areas

The Guardian - AU · Apr 26, 2024