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NSW Battles Bushfires and Unseasonal Snowfall

NSW faces a severe weather split: extreme fire danger in the Hunter and Northwest, while snow and rescues hit the Alps. Residents urged to stay informed and leave early if threatened.

Total Fire Ban for Central NSW Regions

A total fire ban is in effect for Greater Hunter and North Western NSW due to extreme fire danger. Residents urged to take immediate action to protect lives and property.

Speedway Crash Injures Nine in Regional NSW

Nine people injured after speedway car crashes through fence at Walcha showground. One man critically injured in Saturday evening incident. Investigations ongoing.

Law Change Unlocks Hunter Park Development

The Minns government has amended legislation to allow accommodation on Venues NSW land, unlocking Hunter Park's potential and boosting tourism and housing.

Seven charged after police assaulted in Bega

Seven individuals face charges after police officers were injured during a violent confrontation at a suspected drug bust in Bega. Get the latest details on the incident.

Sydney Trains worker dies in cherry picker tragedy

A devastating workplace incident has left a Sydney Trains employee dead after becoming trapped in a cherry picker that collided with a railway bridge near Lithgow, sparking investigations into safety protocols.

WA Wheatbelt Emergency: Tammin Bushfire Threat Grows

Residents in Western Australia's Wheatbelt region are facing a terrifying out-of-control bushfire near Tammin, with emergency services issuing urgent warnings to stay alert as conditions rapidly deteriorate.

Food Crisis Grips Regional NSW Communities

Soaring food prices and shrinking household budgets are creating a hunger epidemic across regional NSW, with charities struggling to meet unprecedented demand as families face impossible choices.

Wollongong's Music Scene Hits Golden Era

Discover how Wollongong's music venues are experiencing a remarkable renaissance with sold-out shows, emerging local talent, and vibrant nightlife transforming the city into NSW's newest music hotspot.

NSW Nurses Union Boss Shaye Candish Resigns

Shaye Candish, the prominent General Secretary of the NSW Nurses and Midwives' Association, announces her resignation to prioritise family commitments, marking the end of a significant chapter in healthcare advocacy.

NSW prison officers strike over violent incident ruling

Correctional officers across multiple NSW prisons have launched immediate strike action after a disciplinary ruling that found officers used 'reasonable force' during a violent inmate incident, sparking safety concerns across the state's prison system.

Hunter Businesses Fear Tomago Aluminium Closure Crisis

Hunter Valley businesses are warning of catastrophic economic consequences if the Tomago Aluminium smelter closes, with thousands of jobs and billions in economic activity at stake due to energy policy uncertainty.

Byron Bay tragedy: Pedestrian killed in van collision

A devastating incident in Byron Bay has left one pedestrian dead after being struck by a van, while separate reports emerge of a young boy fleeing from a suspicious ute in what appears to be a stranger danger incident.

Wollongong baby's heart surgery at 3 days old

Meet Layla, the Wollongong infant who underwent open heart surgery at just three days old. Discover her family's emotional journey and how Heart Kids NSW provides crucial support.

Newcastle Council to Miss Housing Targets

Newcastle City Council faces mounting pressure as it appears unlikely to meet the NSW government's ambitious housing supply goals, raising concerns about affordability and availability across the region.

Hospital Equipment Tampering Caught on CCTV Before Patient Death

Disturbing surveillance video has emerged showing a woman allegedly interfering with medical equipment at Sutherland Hospital, with the incident preceding a patient's death. Police have launched a criminal investigation into the troubling events.

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