Parents of Lilie James speak a year after her murder
The popular water polo coach's future was cut short when she was killed by her ex-boyfriend at St Andrew's Cathedral School in Sydney's CBD.
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Skin cancer screening research received $10 million boost
The $10.3 million investment will go towards skin cancer screening to bolster the nations early detection capabilities.
nationalSydney's airport train line raked in more than $100 million last year, report reveals
The NSW government made more than $100 million on the T8 Airport line last year, a report obtained by 9News has revealed.
nationalBody found in search of remote property for allegedly murdered grandfather
Forensic officers are scouring a property on the outskirts of Sydney, one day after a man was arrested over Edwin's disappearance.
shootings'Haunted' woman reveals toll of shocking Tinder date gang rape
A woman who was gang-raped in her own bedroom in southwest Sydney says she is "scared of the world".
rapeLake Parramatta reopening this weekend ahead of summer
'The eastern suburbs have Bondi, Penrith has Pondi and now more people can safely enjoy the real gem in the West – Lake Parramatta.'
nationalBus company 'highly likely' to be sued for horror Hunter crash
A class action by families and victims of a horror bus crash that killed 10 people is likely to be expanded after the NSW government flagged it is likely to sue the company involved.
courtsQantas engineers at every major Australian airport strike at peak time
Peak hour flights across Australia are at risk of being disrupted as hundreds of Qantas engineers at major airports are downing tools for the second time in three days.
QantasSon charged with murder of father in western Sydney
Neighbours heard screaming coming from the home where paramedics made the tragic discovery.
StabbingHousehold medicine used by millions to have fewer pills per packet as reforms roll out
Packs of Panadol, sold in supermarkets and convenience stores across the country, have started shrinking from 20 tablets per pack to 16.
nationalWould-be assassin catches alight torching car in botched underworld hit
One man's foot seemingly catches alight before his pants fall down - he then collects himself before the pair run through a park opposite the car fire.
nationalThree men found guilty, fined for Nazi salute outside Sydney Jewish Museum
The men had claimed the acts were a joke, with one citing a skit by British comedian Ricky Gervais in which he gave the salute.
nationalDriver charged after community leader killed in western Sydney crash
Father-of-seven Lual Awan was on his way to work early on Tuesday morning when a disqualified driver allegedly slammed into the back of his Toyota.
nationalHeroin addict murdered elderly mother with pot plant, court finds
David Andrew Mapp lobbed the household item at Colleen Wilson during an argument at her home in Tumbi Umbi on the NSW Central Coast.
national'Very concerned': NSW authorities to crack down on sale of illegal tobacco
Under the changes, all retailers and wholesalers will need to hold a tobacco license and pay an annual fee.
New South WalesMan extradited and charged over shooting murder of Sydney man
Goodworth, 32, showed up at Liverpool Hospital with gunshot wounds in the early hours of February 24.
nationalSnap rail strike causing disruption for Sydney commuters
Travellers are being warned to expect delays and changes to service times through the morning peak hour.
trainsStar of Bondi Rescue charged with domestic violence offences
His lawyer says the lifeguard and reality series star will vigorously defend the allegations.
domestic violenceToddler loves local IGA so much that they named the store after him
Jensen Jones loves grocery shopping at his local IGA, so much so, that the suburban supermarket was renamed, Jensen's.
New South WalesPlan to revive Sydney's nightlife with later hours, live entertainment exemptions
Venues can even apply to be open for 24 hours a day under the reforms.
nationalFamily of innocent man killed in western Sydney crash 'will never be the same'
Father of seven Lual Awan, 49, was driving to work yesterday when a car slammed into his vehicle on the Great Western Highway in St Mary's at 4am.
nationalWife boots husband from business after protest sign
"As both his wife and business partner, I was furious with his actions and heartbroken by the harm they caused."
nationalTeen targeted for third time in Sydney gangland shooting
It marks the third attempt on the teenager's life.
New South WalesDisgraced Sydney ex-deputy mayor breaks down in release bid
Disgraced former deputy mayor Salim Mehajer has broken down in court while claiming he was not given a fair trial while defending himself over domestic violence allegations.
nationalNearly $145 million in fees illegally charged to NSW residents, government says
The former Liberal-National government were allegedly charging merchant fees through Service NSW and Revenue NSW, between February 2016 and December 2022.
nationalLonger jail term sought for NSW bus driver who struck and killed boy
Penina Lopesi was behind the wheel during the fatal accident outside Macarthur Anglican School in Sydney's south-west in February 2023.
courtsAlleged vandal charged after royal statue defaced with red paint
A man has been charged after a statue of Queen Victoria was vandalised in Sydney's CBD yesterday.
nationalSydney man allegedly caught trying to collect 60kg meth import from car park
The 36-year-old is due to face Downing Centre Local Court today.
crimeBruce Lehrmann handed reprieve as he tries to overturn major defamation loss
Federal Court Justice Wendy Abraham found there was a public interest in allowing Lehrmann to pursue what she described as arguable grounds of appeal.
Bruce LehrmannTeen to fight charge of displaying Hezbollah flag at a pro-Palestine protest
A woman accused of displaying the Hezbollah flag at a pro-Palestine protest in Sydney will contest the allegations in court.
courtsSydney woman hit with $960 in ticketless parking fines in four days
Kate says she didn't know she was in the wrong and would have stopped parking in the spot if she had been given a physical ticket.
nationalFrom pride to protests, royal visit proves King and Queen will always be a big draw
Sydney's Opera House was packed with thousands for what many regarded as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
King Charles IIIHighly venomous snake captured in the middle of lunch
Snake catchers are urging people to be alert for snakes seeking refuge from the heat after an early start to the season.
snakesMickey the cockatoo rescued after month trapped in Sydney supermarket
A cockatoo affectionately named Mickey has been freed after a month trapped inside a Sydney shopping centre.
supermarketsSalim Mehajer appears in court from prison over crash fraud
Former deputy mayor Salim Mehajer has expressed gratitude for a second chance after being given a short jail sentence for setting up a fake car crash and providing false details to manipulate traffic fines.
courtsDisqualified driver arrested after man killed in car crash on way to work
The 43-year-old allegedly fled the crash scene on foot before being arrested.
policeSydney's royal show for King and Queen
Huge crowds turned out for King Charles III and Queen Camilla in what was the perfect way to send the Royals off in style on their final day of the tour.
LiveKing and Queen meet delighted crowds at Sydney Opera House
The King and Queen met some of the thousands who waited hours to see them at Sydney Opera House, after a day of engagements.
RoyalsPolice operation in Sydney's eastern suburbs with man holed up in apartment
NSW Police officers are talking to a man in an apartment on Dudley Street in Randwick, following a concern for welfare report.
nationalTwo charged after alleged $200,000 fraud over false sexual assault reports
The men allegedly used falsified sexual assault reports to claim victim compensation.
nationalRoyal fans to farewell King and Queen on final day of Australia tour
The finale of the royal tour includes a visit to the Sydney Opera House, where thousands of people are expected to gather.
King Charles III'It's a mistake, it's not him, it can't be'
A man has relived his horror at having to identify his friend who had been killed in a crash on Sydney Harbour Bridge.
crashesTender open to overhaul Sydney's Entertainment Quarter
Sydney's tired Entertainment Quarter at Moore Park could be turned into a bustling late night hub under new state government plans.
New South WalesKing praises resilience of Aussies, as hundreds greet royal couple
Welcome to our live coverage as King Charles III and Queen Camilla visit Canberra as they continue their first tour of Australia since taking the throne.
LivePolice call for help to find missing Sydney teenager
New South Wales police officers are searching for a 13-year-old Sydney boy who went missing in the early hours of Sunday morning.
missing personsSydney beach shelters sprayed with Hamas graffiti
Police are investigating how buildings in Sydney's eastern suburbs were targeted by vandals overnight.
beachTeal independents set to snare first seat in NSW parliament
The teal independents look set to snare their first seat in NSW parliament, with the former Liberal seat of Pittwater on Sydney's Northern Beaches within reach.
By electionPolice appeal as cafe gutted by suspicious fire in Bondi
Police are appealing for help after a suspicious fire wrecked a cafe in Sydney's Bondi.
Australia'Unimaginable sorrow': Mother and children drown on family outing in Sydney
A baby boy has lost his mother and two siblings after the trio drowned in a waterway in Sydney's south-west yesterday.
NSW policeWarm welcome for King and Queen as royal couple attend church service
Protesters were outnumbered by large crowds waving flags and cheering the monarch.
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