New South Wales' environmental protection authority has intervened in a major data centre development for the first time, citing excessive noise impacts amid the state's rapid tech infrastructure expansion.
New South Wales is expanding its program to divert semi-urgent patients from busy emergency rooms by increasing the number of short-stay units in hospitals.
Police are praising a Good Samaritan who provided immediate aid to a teenager who was stabbed on the Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia. The quick actions of the bystander were highlighted by authorities.
The New South Wales government is seeking urgent advice on a controversial court ruling that found anti-Israel vandalism was not antisemitic. Attorney General is considering an appeal after a judge rejected a terror order request for Mohommed Farhat.
Former New South Wales minister Eleni Petinos has told an inquiry by the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) that 'something strange' was at play when she was sacked by Dominic Perrottet, potentially motivated by her reluctance to dismiss the building commissioner.
New South Wales is set to become the first Australian state to buy back firearms from the public, a measure announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as part of stricter gun control laws.
The Australian state of New South Wales will initiate a mass gun buyback program later this year, becoming the first state to implement such a scheme following a massacre at a Jewish festival in Sydney last December.
The Independent Education Union is demanding greater scrutiny of Catholic school funding in New South Wales following allegations of a 'sham arrangement' with a NSW Liberal group, raising concerns about the misuse of public funds.
New South Wales police mistakenly identified a sex doll found in a suitcase as a human body, leading to a 20-hour investigation. The error raised questions about police procedures.
A new study by researchers from the University of New South Wales and University of New England indicates that while Barbie and Ken dolls still have slender figures, their body proportions are now significantly closer to human averages than previous models.
A senior New South Wales Liberal, Damien Tudehope, was questioned at an inquiry about a message from Jean-Claude Perrottet, the younger brother of former premier Dominic Perrottet, regarding his talent for recruiting.
New South Wales announces a new policy to dispatch specialist nurses and paramedics instead of police to certain mental health emergencies, following multiple deaths. The changes aim to improve responses to such incidents.
A document created by young Liberal power brokers, dubbed a 'shit sheet,' has accused a New South Wales minister, David Elliott, of an extramarital affair. The document was revealed during an Icac hearing investigating corruption allegations, which Elliott denies.
Australia is experiencing an exceptionally warm winter, with temperatures in New South Wales and Victoria reaching up to 12 degrees Celsius above average. This unusual weather negatively impacts ski resorts in the Australian Alps.
Ski resorts in New South Wales and Victoria, Australia, have recorded temperatures 12C above average, leading to a warm and dry start to the season with minimal natural snow.
New South Wales is supporting the development of the $698 million Burrah Park industrial hub, signaling a significant investment in regional infrastructure and economic growth.
Australian carrier Telstra is experiencing a 'secondary issue' after a network outage, with some customers still unable to connect to emergency services. Public transport in New South Wales and Victoria has also been affected.
Authorities in New South Wales, Australia, are investigating the shocking death of a four-year-old boy, with allegations including cannibalism. His mother is accused of killing him and consuming parts of his body.
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns acknowledged the significant challenge for the Labor party to retain power, citing threats from One Nation, as protesters interrupted a state conference.
A CSIRO report found that building 10 new dams in New South Wales's northern rivers could have reduced the 2022 Lismore floods, which killed 13 people, by two metres, though governments have not committed to these measures.
A vital highway in the Blue Mountains will be closed for an additional year as New South Wales plans to construct a new bridge above the 194-year-old Mitchells Causeway, causing months of delays for residents.
Ebike thefts have significantly increased in New South Wales, while Victoria has recorded its first drop in overall crime in four years, despite a surge in theft mirroring concerns in NSW.
New South Wales police have been criticized as 'inadequate' by an independent watchdog for not exiting their vehicles after a triple zero call reported a woman being bashed, on the night Lindy Lucena was killed.
New South Wales authorities have admitted that pro-Palestine protester Hannah Thomas was assaulted and falsely imprisoned by police officers, agreeing to pay damages and medical costs, though denying malicious prosecution.
The Australian state of New South Wales is set to become the first jurisdiction globally to introduce an official permissible THC limit for drivers during roadside checks. This historic decision aims to regulate cannabis impairment while driving.
Australian authorities have seized more than 100,000 illegal cockroaches, including giant hissing cockroaches, valued at approximately $200,000 from a breeder in New South Wales. This operation marks the largest insect bust in the country's history.
New South Wales police are appealing a class action loss from 2025, where a court ruled that force used during a music festival strip-search was unlawful and unjustified.
Anti-abortion activists in New South Wales are pushing to limit abortion access through a bill targeting sex-selective abortions, which obstetricians and gynaecologists argue is based on misinformation and aims to restrict access.
A significant storm system is expected to impact millions in Western Australia on Saturday, bringing cyclone-strength winds with gusts over 125 km/h. The Bureau of Meteorology also forecasts icy weather for New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
A second Labor minister has been suspended from the New South Wales parliament following claims of secrecy. This development adds to political scrutiny within the state government.
A scathing inquiry in New South Wales, Australia, has revealed that systemic weaknesses and lax regulations in the for-profit childcare sector have enabled predators to abuse children, with the system 'failing too many children, families and educators'.
Archaeological evidence from a millennium-old dingo burial site in western New South Wales suggests First Nations people engaged in never-before-documented feeding and nursing rituals for the animals, shedding new light on their bond with canines.
A New South Wales labour union has expressed strong opposition to Port Kembla being named as the preferred east coast AUKUS nuclear submarine base, warning it would make the region a 'massive target'.
The prison population in New South Wales, Australia, has reached an unprecedented record high, prompting analysis into the contributing factors behind the surge.
An anti-corruption watchdog in New South Wales is investigating allegations that a group of Parramatta council staff, known as 'Pink Ops', surveilled other workers and promoted friends.
Water flows to parched New South Wales wetlands, particularly in the Gwydir region, could be restored within weeks after a bill passed the upper house, as drought fears persist in Australia.
Two marine rescue volunteers died after their boat capsized off the New South Wales coast in Australia. They were attempting to assist a yacht in distress when the incident occurred.
The New South Wales attorney-general has been urged to order an inquest into the death of Bikram Lama, known as Sydney's 'birdman', to understand the failures that led to his death.
A damning review has uncovered 'significant failures' within New South Wales foster care, revealing that two children were placed in a home with serial killer Regina Arthurell, leading to the suspension of two staff members.
The Sydney Morning Herald celebrates 195 years since its founding, marking a significant milestone for the Australian newspaper. The publication also included several obituaries for individuals from the Sydney area.
New South Wales (NSW) in Australia has announced a $1.9 billion deal with Snowy Energy to power its electric bus, train, and light rail services entirely with renewable energy from 2027.
John Sidoti, a former New South Wales MP, was lauded as an 'esteemed' Liberal at a re-election fundraiser for his successor, despite a finding of 'serious corrupt conduct' by Icac.
A feature highlights the unique attractions of New South Wales, Australia, including 'surfing kangaroos' and the world's steepest railway, showcasing the region's natural and man-made wonders.
The Australian Human Rights Commission is investigating the New South Wales government following accusations of racial discrimination by representatives of South Asian Muslim and caste-oppressed Hindu communities.
Two teenagers in New South Wales, Australia, have been charged with allegedly possessing violent extremist material, including a ballistic-style vest, notebooks, and literature containing extremist references, following police searches.
The New South Wales Federal Court in Australia has reopened the extradition case of Adriana Rivas, a former nanny accused of involvement in kidnapping and torture during Augusto Pinochet’s dictatorship in Chile.
Lawyers have criticized the 'extreme' arrest of a 42-year-old protester following a February rally against Israeli President Isaac Herzog in New South Wales. The incident led to violent clashes between police and protesters, with the individual being the 26th person charged.
New South Wales (NSW) will mandate the use of facial recognition technology in gaming venues as part of its latest pokie reforms. This measure aims to enhance security and potentially address problem gambling.
Universities in New South Wales, Australia, are integrating artificial intelligence into their educational practices, including AI simulations for nursing students, avatar course conveners, and academic support assistants.
The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) has joined New South Wales in participating in the federal government's gun buyback scheme, which was established following the Bondi mass shooting in December.
Years after their downfalls, former New South Wales MPs David Elliott and Eleni Petinos believe they were brought down by their own party. An Icac hearing has given them a chance to set the record straight and exact revenge.
Australia's Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has heard details of a smear campaign against New South Wales building commissioner David Chandler, including a senior political staffer showing a colleague a video to 'get rid of' him.
New South Wales, Australia, is initiating a gun buyback scheme, offering up to $700 per firearm, in response to the recent terror attack at Bondi Beach, aiming for sensible gun reform.
The Australian state of New South Wales is set to launch its largest gun buyback program in decades, spurred by the recent terror attack at Bondi Beach. This initiative aims to remove firearms from circulation and enhance public safety.
The Australian and New South Wales governments have jointly pledged $1.76 billion in funding to support Tomago Aluminium. This significant investment aims to bolster the operations and future of the major aluminium producer.
The Pentagon is investing $500 million in a small town in New South Wales, Australia, a move seen as strategically significant due to growing concerns about China's influence in the region. This investment highlights the United States' increasing interest in strengthening its presence in the Indo-Pacific.
Police were called to Oallen, about 40km south of Goulburn in regional New South Wales, after the body of a woman was discovered in a suitcase near Wolgon Road on Sunday afternoon.
A 'Granny Grommets' group, started by 70-year-old Annie Milne in New South Wales, is helping older women connect, make friends, and try new experiences.
For the first time, a drone has captured footage of a humpback whale giving birth off the coast of Kingscliff, New South Wales. The groundbreaking aerial video challenges existing assumptions about whale birthing locations.
The Deputy Commissioner of New South Wales Police has expressed concerns that allowing a Jewish security group to carry guns could be perceived as favouritism, as a royal commission examines security arrangements for the Jewish community.
New South Wales has announced a historic $350 million funding boost to launch a new Aboriginal family program, aiming to provide a holistic approach to child protection that preserves children's identities.
In New South Wales, KS7 is positioning itself as the world's first ultra-premium lamb brand, aspiring to achieve the luxury status akin to Louis Vuitton.
Kyle Sandilands' former Glenorie estate in New South Wales has become one of the region's most-viewed property listings following an $800,000 price reduction, attracting significant market attention.
Aunty Ruth Simms, recognized as the longest-serving Aboriginal education officer in New South Wales, has been celebrated for her profound impact on thousands of lives both within and outside the classroom.
The New South Wales Labor conference is expected to pass a motion committing to remove 50% of poker machines from operation within the next 10 years, signaling a tougher stance on gambling reform.
Six trucks, including one carrying eight tonnes of butane cans, were destroyed in explosions and fire following a crash at a rest stop on the Hume Highway in New South Wales, Australia, with drivers miraculously emerging largely unharmed.
New South Wales beaches will introduce dawn-to-dusk drone patrols as part of a $34 million anti-shark program. This initiative aims to enhance shark spotting capabilities year-round along the NSW coastline.
Australia's most populous state, New South Wales, has announced public transport fee relief and a $100 cut in car registration in its budget, aiming to address cost-of-living pressures.
The University of New South Wales has ranked 19th in the QS World University Rankings, surpassing the University of Melbourne for the first time, with nine Australian universities achieving record-high positions.
Police in New South Wales, Australia, are investigating a suspected murder-suicide after a father may have thrown his six-year-old daughter into the Parramatta River, with a suicide note suggesting domestic violence.
New South Wales prosecutors have initiated legal proceedings against Labor MP Ernest Wong and restaurateur Jonathan Yee, who are accused of circumventing election funding laws by disguising donations to Chris Minns.
Australian authorities have seized over 100,000 illegal exotic insects, including giant hissing cockroaches, valued at $200,000, from a commercial breeder in New South Wales.
A judge stated that a woman illegally strip-searched by police in New South Wales 'reasonably thought' officers would call her a liar, as NSW seeks to appeal a successful class action.
Hundreds of citizen scientists in New South Wales, Australia, participated in the state's first dolphin census, counting bottlenose dolphins from various vantage points to aid research into local populations.
Photographer Drew Hopper's series 'West of Somewhere East,' capturing cinematic scenes from inland New South Wales, is currently on display at the Yarrila Arts and Museum in Coffs Harbour.
Wet weather is forecast to batter parts of Queensland, New South Wales, and Tasmania through Thursday, with warnings of flash flooding as the parched interior receives a drenching.
A year after record-breaking floods hit New South Wales' Mid North Coast, experts report that the population of the endangered Manning River turtles has returned to pre-flood levels.
A new test launched by the University of New South Wales challenges users, including a photographer and an internet addict, to distinguish between real and AI-generated faces, highlighting the increasing difficulty in identifying fake portraits.
ASL has chosen AGL and Enel X to provide 532MW of new firming capacity in New South Wales, a move aimed at strengthening the region's energy infrastructure.
Larvotto Resources has announced the discovery of significant antimony-gold value within the waste materials at the Hillgrove project in New South Wales.
New South Wales police have decided to drop charges against protesters of Israeli President Isaac Herzog in Sydney, which were initially laid using unlawful public assembly restrictions.
Police in rural New South Wales are searching for thieves who allegedly stole beehives valued at $150,000 from a local property. A beekeeper noted that such thefts have become common due to the rise of parasitic varroa mites.
A marine rescue operation off the coast of New South Wales turned deadly when a rescue boat capsized while attempting to assist a sinking yacht, resulting in three fatalities. Four individuals managed to make it to shore.
Exclusive documents reveal that the Australian government repeatedly delayed providing water to New South Wales wetlands, with a grazier releasing emails showing the environment department prioritized harvesting winter cereal crops.
Queensland has rejected a key recommendation from the Bondi report regarding a gun buyback scheme, with the state's police minister stating it doesn't focus on keeping guns out of the hands of criminals, leaving New South Wales as the only clear supporter of the plan.
A family of seven, including four adults and three children, was dramatically rescued from a cliffside in a daring operation in Durras, New South Wales, Australia, after becoming trapped while walking along the coast.
Former New South Wales Premier Nick Greiner provides parting advice to the Liberal Party, aiming to help the party recover and regain its political standing in Australia.
The New South Wales premier has reiterated support for an anti-protest law, despite the state's highest court ruling it unconstitutional, drawing criticism from Greens.
A rescue team successfully freed a stranded humpback whale in Forster, New South Wales, Australia, after it swam into a river and became stuck on a sandbank.
A legal expert suggests the New South Wales government should reconsider banning the 'globalise the intifada' slogan, especially after a court recently struck down an anti-protest law, which limits the government's ability to restrict protest rights.
The New South Wales government has expressed disappointment after a judge in the state's top court struck down its laws regarding restrictions on protests, ruling them unconstitutional.
Nurses in New South Wales have won pay rises of up to 28 percent, bringing an end to a two-year industrial dispute. The agreement marks a significant victory for healthcare workers in the state.
A 4.5-magnitude earthquake struck central-west New South Wales, Australia, on Tuesday evening, shaking thousands of residents hundreds of kilometers away, with Geoscience Australia predicting lighter aftershocks.
New South Wales is taking proactive steps to accommodate the increasing demand for electric vehicles, driven by soaring petrol prices. These measures aim to support the transition to EVs and enhance infrastructure.
Nearly 100 service stations in New South Wales, Australia, are facing fines for misrepresenting petrol prices as part of a crackdown amid the country's fuel crisis.
New research, including a report from the University of New South Wales, indicates that nicotine-based e-cigarettes may be carcinogenic, particularly for the lungs and oral cavity. Experts advise caution for users, especially when combined with traditional cigarettes.
Two Australian states have made public transport free to alleviate the burden on commuters facing soaring fuel prices, though New South Wales has refused to adopt a similar measure.
Fuel stations in Victoria and New South Wales have run dry as Australia’s centre-left government introduced legislation in parliament to crack down on price manipulation.
New South Wales police have arrested a man and a woman in connection with the alleged kidnapping and murder of Sydney grandfather Chris Baghsarian last month, bringing the total number of arrests to four.
The New South Wales government has withdrawn proposed amendments to Crown land laws following significant opposition from Aboriginal land councils, who argued the changes would severely impact thousands of unresolved land claims.
A teenager has been charged after allegedly stabbing a 15-year-old boy in New South Wales, who is now fighting for his life in hospital with grave wounds.
After initially being reported alive, hiker Lily Hooper, missing since August 12 in New South Wales, Australia, was tragically found dead, prompting a correction from government officials.
Kuniko has identified multiple new gold-silver drill targets at its Commonwealth-Silica Hill project in New South Wales' Lachlan fold belt following a major geophysical review.
Fire authorities have issued warnings for large parts of the Northern Territory, New South Wales, and Queensland, citing heightened bushfire risk exacerbated by global heating and invasive buffel grass.
A national gun buyback scheme in Australia is facing setbacks as another state refuses to participate, leaving New South Wales as the sole participant.
Vietnam is collaborating with Australia's University of New South Wales (UNSW) on RNA-based biomedical research, including the development of potential vaccines for lung cancer, colorectal cancer, and influenza. The initiative involves the Tam Anh Research Institute.
Police in New South Wales launched a murder investigation after a sex doll found in a suitcase was initially mistaken for a body. Authorities later called off the probe, expressing no regrets about their handling of the incident.
The New South Wales Ombudsman has found that Homes NSW acted unreasonably and recommended additional compensation for an elderly public housing tenant whose home was damaged by sewage overflows.
DJ John Summit is set to headline the Lost Paradise festival in Glenworth Valley, New South Wales, which will run for five days from December 28 to January 1, 2026.
A corruption watchdog in New South Wales has heard that senior politicians supported young Liberal power brokers, known as 'Reformers,' in their efforts to shift the party to the right, with recruitment events featuring figures like Tony Abbott.
Land-clearing in New South Wales, Australia, rose by 16% in 2024, with conservation groups accusing the Minns government of failing to curb habitat loss despite a decline in woody vegetation clearing.
A man has died following a police pursuit that began in Queensland after reports of an armed man on the Gold Coast and ended in the northern rivers region of New South Wales.
The New South Wales government has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on legal fees for the failed defense of controversial protest laws, with documents showing over $117,000 spent in a single legal fight following the Bondi attack.
An inquiry has found that New South Wales' top prosecutor, Sally Dowling, gave false evidence regarding a media leak about a young Indigenous offender, though her colleagues maintain her integrity.
New South Wales has become the third Australian state to confirm a case of the H5N1 bird flu, marking the first instance of the virus on Australia's east coast. This development follows earlier detections in other parts of the country.
Photographer and costume designer Gerwyn Davies' latest exhibition, 'Sunburn,' is a vibrant homage to the Tweed region of New South Wales and its borderlands. The exhibition features new textile and photographic works that reimagine kitschy, coastal Australiana.
The New South Wales government is investing $34 million to expand its shark-spotting drone program, aiming for eventual AI automation to monitor 72 beaches year-round.
Australian state budgets are set to include new measures, with New South Wales planning to lower its road toll cap and Queensland promising infrastructure investments.
The New South Wales government plans to proceed with the aerial culling of 13,000 wild horses, known as brumbies, following research indicating their increasing numbers.
Australian authorities in New South Wales dismantled an illegal cockroach breeding operation, seizing 100,000 cockroaches, some reportedly palm-sized, valued at AUD 200,000.
A Labor MP in Australia has declared that the party has 'won the debate' regarding the government's proposed housing tax changes, as homelessness continues to rise in New South Wales.
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns announced that changes are being considered to allow medicinal cannabis users to drive without fear of major penalties, balancing road safety with a more practical approach.
A heritage-listed Aboriginal rock shelter has been destroyed by contractors constructing transmission lines for the Central-West Orana renewable energy zone in New South Wales. The incident has caused shock and anger within the Indigenous community.
A new project aims to assist temporary visa holders experiencing workplace exploitation in New South Wales, Australia. The initiative seeks to help migrants like Samuel, whose visa status made him vulnerable.
New South Wales police have made 993 arrests and laid 2,063 charges during a four-day operation targeting domestic violence offenders with a history of abuse, alongside conducting 1,847 bail compliance checks.
An Australian paratrooper was tragically killed in a mid-air collision during a training exercise in New South Wales. Tributes have poured in for the soldier, described as one of the ADF's finest.
A by-election in Farrer, New South Wales, is seen as a crucial test for the right-wing One Nation Party, with a victory potentially securing their first Member of Parliament in Australia's national legislature.
Witnesses are refusing to appear before New South Wales parliamentary hearings after a court ruled in favor of Chris Minns’ chief of staff, who launched legal action to avoid giving evidence. This refusal is being described as "not a good look."
New South Wales plans to criminalize secret GPS tracking, a move prompted by a report revealing the widespread purchase of such devices by domestic violence offenders, with officials stating the technology has been 'weaponized against women'.
The Sydney Morning Herald has published obituaries for Mary Humphries and Christine Collins. These announcements commemorate the lives of two individuals from Sydney, New South Wales.
Two crucial 'Origin plays' allowed New South Wales to reverse the momentum against Queensland in the women's series opener in Newcastle, preventing another classic ambush.
Corrective Services is investigating how a journalist from The Australian was able to conduct podcast interviews with Rob and Karen Gilfillan, a New South Wales couple jailed for abusing their daughter.
An Australian gun users' group is targeting marginal Labor seats in the New South Wales election, opposing gun control laws introduced after a terror attack in Bondi.
A 25-year-old man has been charged with murder and is set to appear in court after a woman's body was discovered at a home in New South Wales, Australia.
New South Wales anti-protest laws have been ruled unconstitutional by a court, leading to calls for prosecutors to drop charges against demonstrators and potentially paving the way for lawsuits.
New South Wales' highest court has ruled an anti-protest law unconstitutional, finding that it effectively prevented citizens from marching without the risk of arrest. The law was originally introduced in the aftermath of the Bondi beach terror attack.
Amazon has signed power agreements for nine new renewable energy projects in New South Wales and Victoria, Australia, as part of its goal to power its data centres with clean energy and reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2040.
Thousands of people in central-west New South Wales, Australia, have reported feeling a 'large' earthquake. The article also mentions PM Albanese's arrival in Brunei for fuel supply talks.
Larvotto Resources has brought in a defence industry insider to bolster its antimony exploration efforts in New South Wales. This strategic appointment aims to leverage specialized expertise for the project.
The Human Rights Commission has accepted a racial discrimination complaint against a New South Wales (NSW) minister and Multicultural NSW, alleging their failure to address concerns regarding caste-based discrimination and Islamophobia.
New research reveals that 50% of female runners in New South Wales have experienced harassment, leading to the introduction of night events aimed at improving safety and addressing concerns that dictate their behavior.