Terminally ill woman wins victim's compo after assault
A terminally ill Illawarra woman fractured her hip in a domestic violence assault. After initially being denied, she won a $5000 victim's payment on appeal. Read her fight for justice.
A terminally ill Illawarra woman fractured her hip in a domestic violence assault. After initially being denied, she won a $5000 victim's payment on appeal. Read her fight for justice.
A Lake Macquarie father has been sentenced to 15 years for sexually abusing his daughter and other children. His victims, now adults, speak out to empower others and shed the shame they never deserved to carry.
The son of a man killed in a shark attack at a South Australian beach demands more protection for swimmers. Read his emotional plea and the community's response.
A landmark appeal decision has overturned compensation for a council worker injured at home, reshaping how work-from-home injuries are assessed in Australia. Read the full story.
A major truck crash on Picton Rd at Cataract has left 13 injured, with one man fighting for life. The road is closed as police investigate. Get the latest updates.
Emergency crews freed a trapped driver after a single-vehicle crash on the M1 near Lake Macquarie. One lane remains closed, causing moderate traffic delays. Stay updated.
A truck trailer erupted in flames at the Mooney Mooney rest area, forcing closures and detours. Firefighters contained the blaze, but drivers must use alternative routes.
Revenue NSW is holding nearly $300 million in unclaimed funds from old cheques, dividends, and overpayments. Find out if you're owed money with a simple online search.
A man has died after a fierce fire tore through a Wollongong unit. An off-duty firefighter tried to help but was forced back by flames. Police treat the blaze as suspicious.
A 34-year-old man has drowned in rough seas at Jervis Bay, marking the second tragic death on the NSW South Coast in 48 hours. Authorities urge extreme caution amid dangerous coastal conditions.
NSW's container deposit scheme has paid out $1.5 billion in refunds, recycling 15 billion containers. The state plans to include wine and spirit bottles from 2027, boosting the circular economy.
Police are appealing for public help to find April Ansell, 14, missing from Wyoming on the Central Coast since Friday morning. Live updates from the Newcastle Herald.
A Queensland mother suffered serious burns after a gas build-up caused a barbecue to explode at Suttons Beach on Christmas Eve. She is now searching for the stranger who helped save her life.
A Sydney mother has died after rushing into dangerous surf to save her son, part of a tragic toll on NSW beaches. Authorities urge swimmers to stay between the flags.
Tributes flow for Melissa Austin, 45, who drowned at a NSW beach. Her death is part of a tragic cluster of coastal fatalities, prompting urgent water safety warnings.
A multi-agency search resumes for a 25-year-old man at Coogee and a 14-year-old boy at Palm Beach after separate incidents. Authorities issue urgent warnings after multiple drownings on the NSW coast. Stay informed and stay safe.
Police hold serious concerns for 37-year-old Matthew Bodley, missing from Callala Bay since November 20. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
Thousands celebrated New Year's Eve on Newcastle's Foreshore as families and revellers shared hopes for travel and adventure in 2026. NSW Police ran a major operation amid health warnings about dangerous drugs.
Hunter SES crews faced their busiest year ever, responding to over 5000 incidents and 10,000 volunteer hours in 2025's severe storms and floods. Read about their heroic efforts.
A landmark $1.6 billion pay deal for Australian firefighters includes critical health protections to combat cancer and heart disease risks. Learn how this agreement safeguards our heroes.
The ACT government will review its transitional release policy in 2026 after pressure from a victim's family. The policy allowed a double murderer to apply for temporary leave from Canberra's jail.
Newcastle police have charged two women after allegedly finding cocaine, MDMA, and $65,000 cash during a vehicle stop in Waratah West. Read the latest on this major drug supply case.
A body discovered near Old Bar in NSW has ended the search for a 37-year-old man missing since December 9. Police investigations into his disappearance are ongoing.
A teenage boy and two adults were injured in a serious dog attack in Raymond Terrace. Police euthanised the loose Staffordshire Bull Terrier-Mastiff cross. Read the latest details.
A Royal Commission will investigate the Bondi Junction attack and its aftermath. Learn the key dates and what the inquiry aims to achieve for victims and national security.
From Eden's 'consolation prize' trophy to Marine Rescue NSW's critical medical evacuations, discover how the Far South Coast community supported weather-beaten Sydney to Hobart sailors in the 2025 race.
Civilian staff at the Department of Defence have lodged a record number of workers' compensation claims, with over half linked to psychological stress. Read the full analysis of the APS mental health crisis.
Australian cricket stars have personally compensated thousands of fans who missed out on Boxing Day Test action due to rain. Discover how they made it right.
The body of a 64-year-old man has been recovered from the Hume Weir at Table Top, NSW, four days after he went missing while boating with two children. The children were rescued unharmed. A report is being prepared for the coroner.
Police urge motorcyclists to ride within their limits after a devastating spike in fatalities on northern NSW roads. The road toll rises as double demerits remain in force.