The Latest Breaking News from New South Wales

NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon Addresses Controversial Past In Heated Conference

“I have made mistakes in the past, and I’ve been open about [them]."

Pedestrian.tv · Sep 23, 2025

New state police boss didn't have to be 'mistake-free'

The new head of Australia's largest police force has come under fire before he even starts, after he was forced to defend himself over perceived indiscretions.

AAP · Sep 23, 2025

Mal Lanyon defends suitability for role after being named NSW police commissioner

Premier Chris Minns said his decision wasn’t made on who had a ‘perfect record’, but who could provide ‘exceptional leadership’

The Guardian - AU · Sep 23, 2025

American staffordshires are NSW’s most attack-prone dog – but there may be more to the data

Australian Veterinary Association says aggression is ‘more reliably predicted’ by owner behaviour and individual dog experience than by breed alone

The Guardian - AU · Sep 22, 2025

Sydney has the highest fare evasion rates in Australia. What can it learn from Melbourne and Brisbane?

Expert says the best way to support a growing public transport network and keep revenue coming in is to keep services reliable and ticket costs affordable

The Guardian - AU · Sep 21, 2025

‘We are horrified’: proposed lead mine in wine region has community living in fear for children’s health

After revelations the environment watchdog buried a report on lead mining, parents wonder if they can ‘trust that our children’s safety is coming first’ over mining interests

The Guardian - AU · Sep 20, 2025

Heartbreak turns to joy as NSW spinners crush Redbacks

South Australia's One-Day Cup title defence has started on the worst possible note after they were bowled out for 157 in a crushing 131-run loss to NSW.

AAP · Sep 20, 2025

Finding next police chief not a search for perfection

NSW could soon have a new police commissioner after the premier said the state was close to making a call on the role.

AAP · Sep 19, 2025

Newest NSW senator 'as Queenslander as Wally Lewis'

An adviser to Pauline Hanson who lives in Queensland will become a NSW senator after his residency sparks a rare debate.

AAP · Sep 18, 2025

Biosecurity plan to protect state's primary industries

A new biosecurity plan marks a strategic shift in managing viruses, mites, weeds and feral animals, but critics have questioned impacts on staff.

AAP · Sep 17, 2025