'Carloads of people pulled up to the house and kicked the front door in'
Sean Rice has relived the moment home invaders used a pole to smash through the front door and threaten his family.
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Corpse disposal claim against William Tyrrell's foster mum tested
The viability of a police theory that the todder's foster mother loaded his body into a car and disposed of it will be examined at a reopened inquest.
william tyrrellSecond day of searching turns up no sign of boy, 11, swept out to sea in NSW
The boy disappeared in waters off the NSW Central Coast.
Sydney'Stop stabbing me mate': Trial hears of paramedic's words to killer
The man who stabbed Steven Tougher to death outside a McDonald's might have been experiencing a psychotic episode, a court has been told.
courts'An honour': Aussie city becomes seventh World Marathon major destination
The announcement was made at the New York City Marathon after three years of consideration.
SydneyWorst states for dog attacks on posties revealed
About 10 posties are attacked every day across the country as incidents spike.
national'Inadequate and hurtful': School apologises after memorial removal
The principal of Santa Sabina College has apologised to Charlotte O'Brien's family following the removal of a public memorial.
SydneyHero police officer from Bondi attack nominated for NSW Australian of the Year
Inspector Amy Scott, who fatally shot Joel Cauchi during the April 13 attack, is up for the coveted gong in NSW for her quick-thinking and courage.
SydneyChaos as two cars slam into brick fence in Sydney's west
One of the drivers had to be freed from the wreckage by fire crews after he became trapped inside his vehicle.
nationalCommon household item may have started fire that destroyed young couple's home
The pair were inside when the fire started and managed to escape just in time.
SydneySchool apologises to Charlotte O'Brien's family after removing memorial
The prinicpal of Santa Sabina College has met with the family of Charlotte O'Brien, the 12-year-old girl who died after years of relentless bullying, after a memorial to the schoolgirl was removed at the school.
nationalFour men jailed for 'devastating' gang rape of woman on Tinder date
They were sentenced at Downing Centre District Court by Judge Leonie Flannery who acknowledged the "devastating effects" the crimes had on the woman.
nationalSydney 'on the brink of a waste crisis' as landfills fill up
"If we don't take urgent action, our red bins won't be able to be collected in a few years."
SydneyNSW spelling bee winner crowned after fierce competition
After a battle of the best and brightest second and third graders, nine-year-old Wafiq Ayyash from New Lambton in Newcastle came out as the victor.
nationalCommissioner 'confident' officer not to blame for police dog deaths
Their handler made the tragic discovery when they went to check on police dog Xtra and development dog Soldier today.
NSW policeSkull tablets containing high doses of MDMA circulating in NSW
The skull-shaped tablets have been found to contain a higher dose of the drug than usually expected and some also contain another stimulant called dipentylone.
drugsSydney households face 50 per cent jump in water bills
The expected price rise could mean costs for the essential service rising by hundreds of dollars every year for the average user.
SydneyTrio jailed over multimillion-dollar NDIS fraud
The AFP said it uncovered eight kilograms of gold bullion worth about $600,000, about the same amount in cash, and more than $630,000 in cryptocurrency when it busted the syndicate.
disabilityP-plater escapes injury after car rolls eight times on Sydney highway
The ordeal was caught on dashcam and CCTV, as the white Audi was captured swerving through traffic before it became airborne.
nationalPolice probe death of 'well-known, respected' woman as man charged
The body of Mavis Stanley, 47, was discovered in Parkdale Road, Bourke at 8pm on Tuesday.
crimePolice officer leads rescue of kangaroo after it hopped off jetty into river
NSW Police South Coast District called the officer their very own 'Steve Irwin.'
nationalNSW motorists have claimed $60 million in toll relief since January
Commuters in Sydney's west have come away as the biggest winners from the toll relief plan.
nationalAussies gambling with car insurance to save, experts say it's not worth it
People are switching to cheaper car insurance options, with some Aussies completely opting out.
nationalMan claimed to be cop before stabbing bodyboarding champion, court hears
He was sentenced today by District Court Judge Penelope Wass SC to three years behind bars, with a non-parole period of 22 months backdated to the time of his arrest, making him immediately eligible for release.
crimeNewlywed to have leg amputated after horror mowing incident
A NSW couple went from the happiest day of their lives to the worst in the space of a week.
nationalBlood-borne virus warning, including HIV, over Sydney cosmetic clinic
Patients from a cosmetic clinic in the Sydney CBD have been told to get tested for blood-borne viruses, including HIV.
healthMan killed after hit and run in regional NSW
The man was found by emergency services on the New England Highway at Harpers Hill in Maitland at about 9.30pm.
nationalThe terrifying reality behind this ordinary red brick façade
From creepy homesteads to former asylums; these are the sinister sites across Australia said to be haunted by more than just history.
nationalTruck slams through row of power lines before catching on fire
A truck has brought down power lines in Sydney's south, wiping out dozens of businesses' electricity and halting traffic before it caught alight.
nationalFamily 'devastated' after daughter's memorial removed by school
The school confirmed that they did take down the memorial, as they were concerned about the "impact" it would have on student's mental health.
nationalMan charged with murder over death of toddler in Coffs Harbour
A man has been charged with murder following an investigation into the death of a two-year-old boy in Coffs Harbour in 2022.
crimeNSW night-time economy already worth $102 billion, with potential to grow
Takeaway food, gyms, sports and recreation activities have grown the most in the three months to June 30.
nationalElectric seaplane set to take off next year, start-up says
Dovetail Electric Aviation are aiming to launch its first test flights of a fully-electric sea-plane next year, powered completely by green batteries.
nationalGovernment admits failures after prison officers stabbed, burnt during ambush
Officers Nathan Fuller and Matthew Lansdowne expected a normal day at work when they were attacked.
courtsPolice uncover $40,000 worth of allegedly stolen Bluey coins
Detectives searched the storage facility in Wentworthville about 3.30pm yesterday and found several Royal Australian Mint bags containing $40,061 worth of the Bluey coins.
crimeStudent 'gagged with sex toy' in bullying incident at elite Sydney University college
Details have been revealed about what allegedly happened during a serious bullying incident that led to six students being expelled at St Paul's College.
nationalNSW police officer accused of hitting teen with radio during arrest
NSW Police is weighing whether or not to keep the 26-year-old senior constable in his job.
crimeWoman 'knows what happened' to teen found on rail track, inquest hears
But she is too scared to tell police, one of the last people to see him alive told the inquest.
inquestHow NSW residents can save on solar batteries and power
The discounts range from $770 to $2400 depending on the battery.
national'My world': Wife pays tribute to pilot killed in mid-air collision
Jake Anastas died when two light planes collided and crashed in Sydney's south-west on Saturday.
SydneyResidents try to veto Sydney restaurant's plan to operate 24 hours a day
They say if the restaurant can operate 24 hours a day it will be too noisy - despite the fact they live on the opposite side of the harbour, half a kilometre away.
nationalPeter Dutton labels PM's free Qantas upgrade report as ministerial 'breach'
The Leader of the Opposition said the PM should refer himself to the Integrity Commission over the claims of flight upgrades.
nationalSix expelled, 21 suspended from elite uni college over 'serious humiliation'
College warden Dr Ed Loane told 9news.com.au the college immediately took action against perpetrators and those who failed to intervene after becoming aware of the incident.
SydneyWoman arrested over alleged Bluey $1 coins heist
She is the third person to be arrested after 63,000 limited-edition Bluey coins were allegedly stolen from a warehouse in Wetherill Park in July.
crimeInquest confirms crooked cop Roger Rogerson's final moments
The 83-year-old had been serving a life sentence in the aged care unit of Long Bay jail, for the execution-style murder of drug dealer Jamie Gao in 2014.
courtsMan assisting police after woman found dead in NSW's west
The woman, who is yet to be formally identified, is believed to be 47 years old.
policeYoung Australians investing in record-breaking numbers
Experts say younger Aussies are entering the stock market more than ever because they don't have enough saved to buy a home, but they are still looking for a return on investment.
nationalDo cars have to give way to e-bikes on crossings?
Do cars have to give way to e-bikes on crossings?
road safetyNSW teachers accept three-year payrise after stop-work meeting
Nearly 60,000 teachers participated in a stop-work this morning to vote on the new agreement.
schoolE-scooters to become legal on NSW streets in push to improve safety
Currently, a blind spot in regulation means it's illegal to ride an e-scooter on the street but it's still legal to buy one.
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