Dutton’s absence from NSW election ‘remarkable’: PM The prime minister has joined the NSW election campaign to lob bombs at the government, days out from the state election. The New Daily · Mar 17, 2023
End pork-barrelling to restore trust, inquiry hears The former top commissioner of the NSW integrity agency wants an end to federal pork-barrelling to restore public trust in the Commonwealth grants process. AAP · Mar 17, 2023
Bushfire threat flares in Victoria and NSW as heatwave takes hold NSW firefighters are dealing with an out-of-control fire north of Goulburn as they battle unseasonably hot weather and high fuel loads. The New Daily · Mar 17, 2023
Queensland phone, seatbelt cameras could face review amid 'sexual privacy rights' concerns Rules that control how Queensland public servants handle potentially explicit photographs taken by traffic cameras could be reviewed after a NSW woman was sent a photo that showed her underwear alongside a fine for using a mobile phone. ABC News · Mar 17, 2023
Redbacks begin run-chase after Hackney ton for Blues South Australia require another 331 runs with eight wickets in hand if they are to complete the season with a win over NSW. AAP · Mar 17, 2023
Government investigates after another massive fish kill at Menindee, in NSW's far west The Department of Primary Industries sends investigators to Menindee, in far west NSW, after hundreds of thousands of dead fish are found in the Darling River. ABC News · Mar 17, 2023
Wife killer will likely spend rest of life in prison John Douglas Bowie, who murdered his wife more than four decades ago, will likely die in custody after being sentenced to 24 years in prison in NSW. The New Daily · Mar 17, 2023
Landcare funding to double under NSW Labor NSW Labor has promised to boost funding for Landcare to a record $59 million over the next four years if it wins the state election on March 25. The New Daily · Mar 16, 2023
New South Wales Nationals MP, former member for Myall Lakes, Stephen Bromhead dies The Myall Lakes MP retired from state politics in October last year, after revealing his diagnosis of mesothelioma. ABC News · Mar 16, 2023
No, New South Wales Labor's school phone ban won't allow kids to be 'tracked' NSW Minister for Education Sarah Mitchell claims kids will be 'tracked' under Labor's plan to use phone jamming tech in schools. What are the facts? ABC News · Mar 16, 2023
Emotions boil over at NSW pre-election LGBTQI forum Emotions have boiled over at a community forum ahead of the NSW election as politicians were urged to commit to the rights of trans and gender-diverse people. AAP · Mar 16, 2023
NSW election lacking 'vision' on gender equality Women's advocates have slammed the major parties in NSW for failing to offer voters cohesive gender equality policies in the upcoming state election. AAP · Mar 16, 2023
Australia weather: east coast forecast to swelter through autumn heatwave Sydney’s Observatory Hill is set to see a 165-year-old high temperature record tumble over the weekend The Guardian - AU · Mar 16, 2023
Beyond saving the koala: environmental challenges that will confront the next NSW government From protecting threatened species to backing coal developments, crucial decisions lie ahead for whoever wins the election The Guardian - AU · Mar 16, 2023
AAP · Mar 16, 2023 Disasters put unique strain on mental health services Following Lifeline's busiest day ever at the beginning of this year, NSW political candidates have been grilled about new pressures affecting mental health.
The Conversation · Mar 16, 2023 Politics with Michelle Grattan: Antony Green, Professor Andy Marks and Ashleigh Raper on the NSW election Voters in New South Wales are heading to the polling booths on March 25. For both Premier Dominic Perrottet and Labor leader Chris Minns, it is their first election as leader. The Coalition government has held power since 2011. Labor needs to gain a net nine seats to form majority…
The Guardian - AU · Mar 16, 2023 Covid cases on the rise in NSW with a ‘patchwork quilt’ of variants Experts say data points to early signs of a new wave but, given level of immunity, is not expected to be as severe as in the past
The New Daily · Mar 16, 2023 NSW Coalition flags hardening of protest laws A NSW Coalition government would consider strengthening protest laws after a climate change activist had a jail term overturned.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 16, 2023 NSW government spends $400,000 on consultants before outsourcing Sydney Water asset Exclusive: Reports have become the centre of a political storm ahead of the looming state election
AAP · Mar 16, 2023 NSW coalition flags potential hardening of protest laws Strict protest laws in NSW, which have put a climate activist behind bars for 13 days, will be strengthened if necessary, the state coalition government says.
AAP · Mar 16, 2023 Lack of action on deaths in custody a stain: NSW Greens Lack of action on Indigenous deaths in custody has marred the relationship between First Nations people and the NSW government, the Greens say.
AAP · Mar 16, 2023 SA declare early v NSW after Lehmann hits Shield ton NSW lead by 164 runs with 10 wickets remaining but a fourth-day run-chase looms after a sporting declaration from South Australia in Adelaide.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 16, 2023 Tabcorp threatens legal action against Ladbrokes and Neds over gambling deal with NSW pubs Deal with Australian Hotels Association raises prospect of more sport betting promotions in pubs amid rising criticism of gambling operations
The New Daily · Mar 16, 2023 Fire bans, storm warnings as autumn heatwave hits Fire bans have been declared and storm warnings issued as two states get set to sweat in an autumn heatwave.
The Conversation · Mar 16, 2023 The housing and homelessness crisis in NSW explained in 9 charts Whatever the result of the New South Wales election on March 25, rising housing stress is a problem the new state government will have to confront.