The Latest Breaking News from New South Wales

NSW byelections to be first big test for Dominic Perrottet and Chris Minns. Here’s what to look for

Saturday’s polls in four electorates are likely to have wide-ranging impacts – and set the tone for next year’s state election

The Guardian - AU · Feb 11, 2022

The case to rename Lake Macquarie back to its original title

Governor Macquarie ran a 'secret' war for the Crown against the Aboriginal population of NSW.

Newcastle Herald · Feb 11, 2022

Pollies out in force for NSW by-elections

Politicians were out in force in Bega, Monaro, Strathfield and Willoughby as voters cast ballots in Super Saturday by-elections.

AAP · Feb 11, 2022

Port Stephens Koala Hospital has questions around 'endangered' listing

Federal Environment Minister Sussan Ley on Friday announced koala populations in NSW, Queensland and ACT will be listed as "endangered", instead of "vulnerable".

Newcastle Herald · Feb 11, 2022

NSW decision to lift Covid restrictions linked to hundreds of aged care deaths

Not-for-profit aged care boss says his warnings were ignored by Dominic Perrottet’s government and cases ‘skyrocketed’ as a result

The Guardian - AU · Feb 11, 2022

State funeral for RL great Johnny Raper

The family of Johnny Raper has accepted an offer from the NSW premier for the NRL Immortal to be farewelled in a state funeral.

AAP · Feb 11, 2022

Anthony Albanese hits back at ‘nonsense’ suggestion China wants Labor to win federal election

Opposition leader says Asio has not raised any concerns about ALP candidates while NSW branch questions ‘timing and source of allegations’

The Guardian - AU · Feb 11, 2022

Widow slams ex-NSW police minister's dad

A scientist's widow has vented her rage at drunk driver Ken Grant, the father of former NSW police minister Troy Grant, for fatally running her husband down.

AAP · Feb 11, 2022

Blues set small chase after Bulls collapse

NSW require another 101 runs for a Shield victory at the Gabba with eight wickets in hand after Queensland suffered a crushing day three batting collapse.

AAP · Feb 11, 2022

China behind failed attempt to bankroll Labor candidates in federal election

A Beijing-orchestrated plot to bankroll NSW Labor candidates in this year's federal election has been foiled by ASIO.

ABC News · Feb 11, 2022