Sam McKeith
Seven homes lost in northern NSW bushfire
At least seven homes have been destroyed in a giant bushfire on the NSW mid-north coast as authorities warn of serious fire...
Sydney metro line could be ‘unmitigated disaster’
The troubled Sydney Metro West line risks becoming an “unmitigated disaster” unless liveability for those living near stops is prioritised, an inquiry...
Evacuations ordered in electrical plant emergency
An electrical plant emergency in the NSW Hunter town of Tomago has forced evacuations of nearby businesses as firefighters work to defuse...
Moderate bushfire risk remains for hard-hit Bega Valley
The threat from a large bushfire burning in NSW’s south has receded after extensive rain and cooler temperatures in the area aided...
Police conduct ‘unacceptable’ at gay hate deaths probe
Police have been castigated for their “absolutely unacceptable” approach at an inquiry into gay hate crimes, amid renewed criticism of poor record-keeping....
NSW cracks down on illicit vapes, urges nationwide ban
There should be a national ban on retailers selling vapes to curb easy access to illicit products containing nicotine, NSW Premier Chris...
CCTV released in hunt for Sydney nightclub attackers
CCTV footage has been released of a “targeted” knife attack outside a Sydney nightclub that left two men in hospital. Police want...
NSW govt to splash $3.5 billion on suburban Sydney schools
Some of Sydney’s fast-growing suburbs will get 15 new public schools as part of a $3.5 billion education boost to be unveiled in...
More backburning smoke haze likely for Sydney this week
Fire authorities have warned Sydneysiders to brace for more mornings of smoke haze across the city after bushfire hazard reduction caused air...
Public help sought to crack child abuse cold cases
Investigators have released images linked to historical child abuse matters in the hope the public can help crack the cold cases. Australian Federal Police Commander...