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Independent MP Alex Greenwich vows to make pokies cashless even if NSW Labor wins the election

Alex Greenwich is adamant the state will have cashless gaming regardless of which party wins and, as the likely kingmaker in the event of a hung parliament, he could be right.

ABC News · Mar 5, 2023

'Come see the homeless': Beach visit plea for Perrottet

Premier Dominic Perrottet has urged voters to stick by his government during a visit to Sydney's Northern Beaches, where he was confronted over social housing.

AAP · Mar 5, 2023

Heatwave warnings for NSW as Sydney expecting hottest day in two years

Hotter overnight temperatures for Sydney and much of the north-east coast prompt warnings about heat stress and extreme fire danger

The Guardian - AU · Mar 5, 2023

As Liddell prepares to power down, how significant has the coal-fired plant been in keeping the lights on?

The "Grand Old Lady", as it is fondly referred to by some workers, holds an impressive life span of nearly 52 years.

ABC News · Mar 4, 2023

Labor hits back at Coalition attacks on super changes – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Mar 4, 2023

Sydney is struggling to replace its ageing ferry fleet. Could electric vehicles be the answer?

With a state election fast approaching in New South Wales, both sides of politics are being urged to commit to replacing the city's ageing RiverCat ferries with electric-powered vessels.

ABC News · Mar 4, 2023

Drought and flooding rains: the Murray-Darling Basin water rights balancing act

Floods brought the Macquarie Marshes back to life, but landholders need guaranteed environmental flows to help maintain a healthy marsh ecosystem that also supports businesses

The Guardian - AU · Mar 4, 2023

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attacks Perrottet government at NSW Labor election campaign launch

The Prime Minister attacks the Perrottet government at NSW Labor's election campaign launch, saying it is falling apart, plagued by scandal and "cracking like an imported light rail carriage".

ABC News · Mar 4, 2023

Labor campaign offers 'fresh start' with help from Albo

Labor has offered a "fresh start" for NSW as Anthony Albanese joined an election campaign launch in Sydney, three weeks out from the state heading to the polls.

AAP · Mar 4, 2023

Bee populations are shrinking, but the buzz about robot bees to the rescue is premature

If bees die out, how will the flowers, trees and crops be pollinated? One answer is robot bees. But is this a good idea or even possible?

The New Daily · Mar 4, 2023