Cambridge keeps beach showers on after failed crackdown
The Town of Cambridge abandons its plan to turn off hot water at City Beach to deter illegal campers. A new, compassionate strategy focusing on education is underway for 2026.
The Town of Cambridge abandons its plan to turn off hot water at City Beach to deter illegal campers. A new, compassionate strategy focusing on education is underway for 2026.
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.
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.
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.
Newcastle parking fine revenue hits $7.4 million despite state reforms slashing ticketless fines by 94%. Discover how council finances transformed.
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.
Wollongong police are searching for three wanted men - Dylan Afranis, Jay McDonald, and Jake Peak - across the Illawarra region. Authorities urge public assistance.
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.
ACT set to collect $23 million from speeding fines this year, with drivers aged 18-35 receiving half of all infringements. Police debunk speed camera buffer myths.
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.
Nine people injured after speedway car crashes through fence at Walcha showground. One man critically injured in Saturday evening incident. Investigations ongoing.
An Adelaide mother spent over $50k fighting a $107 double parking fine. After a four-year legal battle, the Court of Appeal ruled in her favour. Discover her incredible story.
Motorists warned against using illegal websites claiming to clear fines and demerit points. False nominations could lead to $11,000 penalties as authorities crack down.
The Minns government has amended legislation to allow accommodation on Venues NSW land, unlocking Hunter Park's potential and boosting tourism and housing.
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.
Young spellers across the Hunter region are sharpening their dictionaries as the popular NSW Premier's Spelling Bee prepares to launch its 2024 competition season.
Two North Queensland men have been slapped with significant penalties after separate drink-driving incidents, with one driver caught at nearly four times the legal limit.
Greens MP Amanda Cohn has opposed Susan Carter's voluntary assisted dying legislation, arguing it creates unnecessary barriers for terminally ill patients in NSW.
A devastating light aircraft accident in rural NSW has resulted in the death of the pilot, with emergency services responding to the scene in a remote paddock near The Rock.
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.
A woman has been rushed to hospital with serious injuries following a dramatic head-on collision on Cliftleigh road. Emergency services remain on scene as investigations continue.
Lake Macquarie police launch public appeal to locate 15-year-old Decklan last seen in Belmont, as concerns grow for his welfare.
Merrigong Theatre Company unveils an electrifying 2026 season packed with world-class productions, Australian premieres, and beloved classics coming to Wollongong's entertainment scene.
Major beauty recall rocks NSW as nine skincare products containing illegal plastic microbeads are urgently removed from sale. Health authorities issue warning about banned ingredients.
A New South Wales man faces serious charges after allegedly orchestrating a sophisticated cryptocurrency theft worth $140,000, with police revealing breakthrough forensic techniques led to his arrest nearly a year later.
A devastating discovery off Coledale Beach as a humpback whale becomes the latest victim of shark net entanglement, sparking renewed debate about marine protection methods.
Grafton trainer Ethan Ensby confident his galloper In A Blink can return to winning ways following an impressive last-start performance that signals a return to form ahead of Thursday's race meeting.