Lifestyle
Teen in Life-Threatening Condition After Byford Truck-Car Crash
A teenage boy is fighting for life after a serious crash between a truck and a car at a Byford intersection. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Thursday morning.
Politics
Police shoot man armed with bow and arrow in Gunnedah, NSW
A man has died after being shot by police in Gunnedah, NSW, following a confrontation where he aimed a bow and arrow at officers. A critical incident investigation is underway.
Sports
Barry Cable Trial: Perth Court Orders In-Person Witness Testimony
A Perth judge has ruled that witnesses in the historical child sex abuse trial of AFL legend Barry Cable must give evidence in person, not via video link. Read the latest court developments.
Business
Teen hospitalised in Unanderra e-bike crash sparks calls for mandatory number plates
A 13-year-old boy is in hospital after a collision with a car in Unanderra, fuelling calls for mandatory number plates on e-bikes. Police urge riders to wear helmets.
Entertainment
Education
Police hunt Brady Chapman over Marketown stabbing
Police are searching for Brady Chapman, 19, wanted over a stabbing at Marketown in Newcastle West. An 18-year-old victim was hospitalised. Three others are before the courts.
Police hunt two wanted men in Illawarra region
Illawarra police release mugshots of two men on the run. Shaun Thomas, 43, and Caleb Long, 26, are wanted on separate allegations. Authorities ask the public for help locating them.
Arrest after alleged stabbing at Carrington hotel
A 22-year-old woman is in custody following an alleged knife attack on a man at a Young Street venue in Carrington. The victim was hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries.
ACT childcare documents reveal abuse, neglect, lead paint
Thousands of documents expose a pattern of abuse, negligence and safety failures in ACT childcare centres. Education Minister Yvette Berry promises legislative reform, including changes to staff-to-child ratios.
Newcastle Uni Medical Degree Among Most In-Demand
The joint medical degree from the University of Newcastle and UNE jumps to 4th most popular course for 2026. Discover why this regional program is attracting hundreds of aspiring doctors.