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NSW Seeks Advice on Court Ruling on Anti-Israel Vandalism
PoliticsThe Guardian4d ago

NSW Seeks Advice on Court Ruling on Anti-Israel Vandalism

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.

NSW to Deploy Paramedics for Mental Health Emergencies
HealthThe Guardian26d ago

NSW to Deploy Paramedics for Mental Health Emergencies

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.

Australia's Telstra Network Outage Causes Disruptions
WorldThe Guardian1mo ago

Australia's Telstra Network Outage Causes Disruptions

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.

Australia Seizes Over 100,000 Illegal Cockroaches in Record Bust
CultureBBCThe Guardiannos+6aftonbladetDWvgThe Independentindex-hrmyjoyonline2mo ago9 sources

Australia Seizes Over 100,000 Illegal Cockroaches in Record Bust

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.

Worldsydney-morning-herald4mo ago

Denys Goggin Obituary

Denys Goggin, from Sydney, New South Wales, has passed away. An obituary was published in the Sydney Morning Herald.

Culturesydney-morning-herald4mo ago

Sydney Morning Herald Marks 195th Anniversary

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.

Culturetimes-uk4mo ago

New South Wales Showcases Unique Attractions

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.

Worldsydney-morning-herald4mo ago

Mary Allen Obituary (2026)

An obituary has been published for Mary Allen, who passed away in Sydney, New South Wales.

Protester Arrested at Isaac Herzog Rally Criticized by Lawyers
WorldThe Guardian5mo ago

Protester Arrested at Isaac Herzog Rally Criticized by Lawyers

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.

NSW to Mandate Facial Recognition in Gaming Venues
Politicssydney-morning-herald14h ago

NSW to Mandate Facial Recognition in Gaming Venues

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.

Former NSW MPs Seek Revenge After Downfalls
PoliticsThe Guardian4d ago

Former NSW MPs Seek Revenge After Downfalls

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.

New South Wales Launches Gun Buyback After Bondi Attack
WorldBBCThe Guardianberlingske+2der-spiegelchannel-news-asia9d ago5 sources

New South Wales Launches Gun Buyback After Bondi Attack

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.

US Invests $500 Million in Australian Town Amid China Concerns
Worldhindustan-timessbs-news14d ago2 sources

US Invests $500 Million in Australian Town Amid China Concerns

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.

Drone Films First-Ever Humpback Whale Birth from Air
Scienceder-standard27d ago

Drone Films First-Ever Humpback Whale Birth from Air

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.

Truck Crash and Explosions on Hume Highway, Australia
WorldThe Guardian1mo ago

Truck Crash and Explosions on Hume Highway, Australia

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.

Police Investigate $150,000 Beehive Theft in Rural NSW
BusinessThe Guardianhelsingin-sanomat3mo ago2 sources

Police Investigate $150,000 Beehive Theft in Rural NSW

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.

Three Dead in Tragic Marine Rescue Off NSW Coast
HealthThe Guardian3mo ago

Three Dead in Tragic Marine Rescue Off NSW Coast

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.

Queensland Rejects Key Gun Buyback Recommendation
PoliticsThe Guardian3mo ago

Queensland Rejects Key Gun Buyback Recommendation

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.

Family of Seven Rescued from Cliffside in Australia
Worldiefimerida4mo ago

Family of Seven Rescued from Cliffside in Australia

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.

Worldsydney-morning-herald4mo ago

Barbara Stannard Obituary

Barbara Stannard, from Sydney, New South Wales, has passed away. An obituary was published in the Sydney Morning Herald.

Worldsydney-morning-herald4mo ago

Sean Talty Obituary (2026)

An obituary has been published for Sean Talty, who passed away in Sydney, New South Wales.

Culturesydney-morning-herald4mo ago

Janet Mathews Obituary

An obituary has been published for Janet Mathews, who passed away in Sydney, New South Wales.

New Studies Suggest Vaping Likely Increases Cancer Risk
Sciencezerohedge4mo ago

New Studies Suggest Vaping Likely Increases Cancer Risk

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.

Vietnam Explores RNA Technology for Cancer Vaccines
BusinessVnExpress12d ago

Vietnam Explores RNA Technology for Cancer Vaccines

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.

New South Wales Confirms First East Coast Bird Flu Case
WorldThe Guardianhindustan-times1mo ago2 sources

New South Wales Confirms First East Coast Bird Flu Case

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.

Gerwyn Davies' 'Sunburn' Exhibition Homages Coastal Australiana
CultureThe Guardian1mo ago

Gerwyn Davies' 'Sunburn' Exhibition Homages Coastal Australiana

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.

Worldsydney-morning-herald2mo ago

Yvonne Austen Obituary

An obituary was published for Yvonne Austen, who passed away in Sydney, New South Wales.

Aboriginal Rock Shelter Bulldozed for NSW Power Lines
CultureThe Guardian3mo ago

Aboriginal Rock Shelter Bulldozed for NSW Power Lines

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.

Culturesydney-morning-herald3mo ago

Sydney Morning Herald Publishes Two Obituaries

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.

Worldsydney-morning-herald4mo ago

Howard Halligan Obituary

Howard Halligan, a resident of Greenwich, New South Wales, has passed away. An obituary was published in the Sydney Morning Herald.

NSW Court Strikes Down Anti-Protest Law as Unconstitutional
PoliticsThe Guardian4mo ago

NSW Court Strikes Down Anti-Protest Law as Unconstitutional

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.

Culturesydney-morning-herald4mo ago

Elaine Rusett Obituary

An obituary has been published for Elaine Rusett, who passed away in Sydney, New South Wales.