A severe heatwave is set to scorch NSW's Hunter region this weekend, with temperatures reaching the mid-40s. Health and emergency services issue urgent warnings to stay hydrated, check on vulnerable people, and prepare for extreme fire danger.
Robert Marc Windsor, jailed for horrific child sex crimes, is set for another parole hearing. His brother and survivor, Mitchell, says the process forces him to delay his paramedic graduate application.
South Australian ambulance workers have voted to accept a new pay and conditions deal, ending a long dispute. The agreement includes significant wage increases and improved allowances. Read the full details here.
The Crownview apartment complex in Wollongong remains vacant due to serious defects, despite a severe housing crisis. Buyers await resolution a decade on. Read the full investigation.
NSW Police prepare for a pro-Palestine rally on Sea Cliff Bridge this Sunday, emphasising public safety after crowd crush fears at a previous Sydney march. Read the latest details.
A bizarre hoax call in Grovedale sparked a major emergency response, wasting critical police and ambulance resources. Authorities are urging the public to report responsibly.
The NSW government has secured a site for a new ambulance station at North Rothbury, part of five promised for the Hunter region to address chronic need. Paramedics welcome the move but say it's a decade overdue.
A 45-year-old man has died and a 19-year-old is seriously injured after a retaining wall collapsed at a West End construction site. Emergency crews worked for over an hour to free the trapped teen. Read the latest on this developing story.
An 18-year-old Sydney student has disappeared while swimming at an unpatrolled beach during his Schoolies break. The search resumes Tuesday amid a spate of NSW beach tragedies.
A woman in her 20s has died and a man was injured in a vicious dog attack in Fitzroy Crossing. Police and rangers are investigating the tragic incident.
Emergency services suspend search for 18-year-old swimmer at Little Bay Beach near South West Rocks. Multi-agency operation to resume Monday morning.
Major maintenance work on the South Coast rail line sees buses replacing trains. The NSW government invests $423 million to upgrade the critical transport corridor, improving reliability for millions of commuters.
Explore Australia's breathtaking black sand beaches that rival international destinations. From Honeysuckle Beach's wild beauty to geological wonders, discover coastal gems beyond the usual white sands.
A 19-year-old man suffered serious injuries after crashing his dirt bike at Dimond Brothers Reserve in Horsley. He was airlifted to a Sydney hospital in a serious condition.
Emergency services respond to serious crash in Willetton where a person remains trapped in their vehicle after colliding with a tree. Rescue operation underway.
Thousands in Newcastle, Maitland, and the Central Coast face ongoing blackouts after severe storms. Ausgrid crews work to restore power amid widespread damage. Report hazards to 13 13 88.
Newcastle residents demand council action on Beaumont Street anti-social behaviour. Read about the community's frustration and the debate over spending priorities in our latest report.
A motorcycle rider is in a critical condition after a collision on City Road, Newcastle. Police confirm a crime scene is established as traffic faces major delays. Avoid the area.
A 76-year-old man has died after a tree fell during a severe storm on the NSW Central Coast. The storm left 35,000 homes without power and prompted over 1000 SES calls.
25 NSW public schools are closed as catastrophic fire danger ratings hit the Lower Central West Plains. The NSW RFS urges residents to relocate early for safety.
A man has died after being pulled from unpatrolled waters at Surfers Paradise. Lifesavers performed extensive CPR for over 20 minutes but couldn't revive him.
Emergency services rushed to a vehicle crash in Bushland Beach, Townsville. Multiple crews responded to the incident on Sunday afternoon. Read the latest updates.
Artificial intelligence cameras now monitor Kiama's dangerous rock platforms after 11 fishing deaths in 15 years. The technology alerts emergency services when someone is swept into the water.
Paramedics called to Redhead beach for a man on a shark tower were on scene to treat a second man suffering a cardiac arrest. Read the full story of the dramatic double rescue.
Geelong paramedics face burnout as flawed dispatch system sends them to minor cases like paper cuts while genuine emergencies wait. Read about the crisis affecting our emergency services.
A devastating series of car crashes across NSW and Victoria has claimed six lives. Investigations continue as communities mourn the tragic loss of life.
A 57-year-old woman has died after her car left Premer Rd in Tambar Springs, NSW. Police are investigating and urge anyone with information to come forward.
Former TV presenter Kellie Sloane has been elected as the new NSW Liberal Party leader, marking a significant political shift. Discover her journey from journalism to politics.
St John WA reveals ambulance service failures despite revenue growth. Funding disputes, mould infestations and measles outbreaks cripple response times across Western Australia.
Wollongong police are searching for three wanted men - Dylan Afranis, Jay McDonald, and Jake Peak - across the Illawarra region. Authorities urge public assistance.