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.

New South Wales coach Laurie Daley is scheduled to name his squad for the third State of Origin match, as the Blues aim for a victory in the decider.

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.

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.

The Sydney Morning Herald published an obituary for Helen Fletcher, noting her passing in 2026 in Sydney, New South Wales.

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.

Microsoft Flight Simulator has announced a new collaboration with the New South Wales Rural Fire Service, as reported by SMH.com.au.

Obituaries have been published for Wendy Fuller and Dorothy Flannery, both from Sydney, New South Wales.

An obituary for Robyn O'BRYAN has been published in Sydney, New South Wales, commemorating her life.

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'.

An obituary was published for Jean-Pierre Guerbois, who passed away in Randwick, New South Wales.

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.

Mining company Larvotto has announced an extension of its high-grade gold, antimony, and tungsten discovery in New South Wales, Australia.

Lynda Steingrimsson, from Sydney, New South Wales, passed away in 2026.

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.

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

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.

An obituary was published for Patricia Weekley, who passed away in Springwood, New South Wales.

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.

An obituary for Robert Kelly, published by The Sydney Morning Herald.

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.

Larvotto Resources is close to producing its first antimony ingots at its mine in New South Wales, Australia.

An obituary was published for Mary Garnett, a resident of Sydney, New South Wales.

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.

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

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

This article is an obituary for Robert BEE, published in 2026, from Potts Point, New South Wales.

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.

An obituary has been published for WATT, who passed away in Nowra, New South Wales.

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.

An obituary has been published for Elizabeth Gyory, who passed away in Sydney, New South Wales in 2026.

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.

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

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

The competition surrounding New South Wales' bowling clubs and surf clubs has reportedly escalated, indicating a growing struggle for control or influence over these community institutions.

Sir MASON Obituary (2026) - Sydney, New South Wales SMH.com.au

Jerry STIEL Obituary (2026) - Sydney, New South Wales  SMH.com.au

Australia's New South Wales state has announced a prohibition on the development of new coal mines, marking a significant policy shift in the region's energy and environmental landscape.

New South Wales police have released CCTV footage showing three additional men they wish to question in connection with the kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian, who was allegedly taken in a case of mistaken identity. Two men have already been charged.

Police in New South Wales, Australia, allege a nine-year-old boy was caught driving a car at 1:30 AM on a major highway, reportedly sitting on the lap of a fatigued 45-year-old man who was operating the pedals.

The Minns government in New South Wales, Australia, is introducing new legislation to significantly increase penalties for property underquoting, aiming to crack down on misleading practices in the real estate market.

The New South Wales premier has voiced strong opposition to the latest Goods and Services Tax (GST) distribution, arguing that the state's reduced share of revenue relative to its population is unfair and outdated, while Western Australia receives an additional $5.5 billion.

Emergency services were called out to Shellharbour Beach in New South Wales to reports of two people struggling the water

The One Nation party has announced David Farley as its candidate to contest the New South Wales seat of Farrer in the upcoming May by-election.

New South Wales premier faces questions over what he told MPs who attended demonstration opposing Israeli president Isaac Herzog’s visit Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The New South Wales premier, Chris Minns, has labelled pro-Palestine protest organisers “a pack of communists” as he continues to blame them for violent clashes with police last month, amid ongoing dissent among Labor MPs about the government...

Ramon COSTER Obituary (2026) - The Gurdies, New South Wales  SMH.com.au

Release of review delayed after former leader Peter Dutton raised concerns about some findings against him and his chief-of-staff Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The former New South Wales premier Nick Greiner warned the Liberal federal executive that burying a review of the 2025 election defeat risked backlash from party members and in the media, exposing further internal splits over the move. As details of the report start to leak – despite the decision to keep...

During court proceedings, it was heard that the complainant in a rape case involving a former New South Wales MP 'obviously' looked 'like a child,' raising serious concerns.

Patricia DOYLE Obituary (2026) - Sydney, New South Wales SMH.com.au

A constitutional challenge is being heard against the Minns government's sweeping protest restrictions in New South Wales, with lawyers arguing the state must prove the rationality of preventing all protests.

An obituary has been published for Maureen Crosland, noting her passing in Sydney, New South Wales.

Police in New South Wales have discovered what are believed to be human remains near a golf club in Pitt Town, 11 days after 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian was abducted from his North Ryde home.

New South Wales authorities are preparing for the potential return of 11 women and 23 children linked to Islamic State from a refugee camp in Syria.

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.

The New South Wales state government is opening up legal access to the roads for patients who have taken cannabis medication.

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.

An obituary was published for Sterio Raskopoulos, who passed away in Sydney, New South Wales.

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.

An obituary announces the passing of Bruce Dickson in Sydney, New South Wales, in 2026.

An obituary announces the passing of Colin Johns in Sydney, New South Wales, in 2026.

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.

Mary Laurie, a resident of Sydney, New South Wales, has passed away, with her obituary published in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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 New South Wales are investigating reports of alleged antisemitic abuse that occurred during an under-12s netball game in Maroubra, Sydney.

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.

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

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.

An obituary has been published for Marjorie Reece, who passed away in Springwood, New South Wales.

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

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

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

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.

An obituary has been published for John Clark, who passed away in 2026, formerly residing in Paddington, New South Wales.

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.

An obituary has been published for David Hudson, who passed away in Sydney, New South Wales in 2026.

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.

An obituary for Robin Paradice has been published in Sydney, New South Wales.

John NELSON Obituary (2026) - Sydney, New South Wales  SMH.com.au

Peter ARMSTRONG Obituary (2026) - Wagga Wagga, New South Wales  SMH.com.au

Eighty petrol stations in New South Wales, Australia, are reportedly without diesel as prices surpass $3 a litre, indicating a significant fuel supply and cost issue in the region.

Kenneth McLEAN Obituary (2026) - Sydney, New South Wales - SMH.com.au

An obituary has been published for Pauline LAST in Sydney, New South Wales.

The government has assured Australians that there is no fuel supply shortage, as the New South Wales government convenes a fuel security roundtable.

Child welfare advocates are demanding an independent inquiry after revelations that two children in state care were living with triple killer Regina Arthurell in New South Wales, Australia.

Convicted murderer Regina Arthurell was removed from a home with two children on Monday despite a December report warning of the situation Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The New South Wales government has apologised after admitting it left two foster children in a home with a convicted triple killer until this week, despite a report warning them of the situation in December. The NSW minister for families an...

New South Wales police have admitted to making a 'very unfortunate' wrong claim during an inquest, stating that a man shot dead by an officer was 'known to police,' which was incorrect.

A tiny, lost, and constipated baby loggerhead turtle found in New South Wales is providing Australian scientists with crucial information about the effects of warming seas on marine life.

Victim was driven to Thora near Bellingen after attack at Little Styx River campground at Ebor but was dead by the time authorities arrived Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast A man has been charged with murder after an alleged axe attack at a New South Wales campground. Emergency services were called to Thora, 25km north-west of Bellingen, just after midnight on Monday. They found a 33-year-old man who had died...

Australia is experiencing significant floods and inundations across states like New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia, following a wave of torrential rain. Local emergency services have responded to hundreds of incidents.

A snap review into New South Wales hospitals has revealed serious maintenance issues, including possums, asbestos, and pigeons, following a mould outbreak at Sydney’s Royal Prince Alfred hospital that led to two patient deaths. The health minister has pledged swift action to improve hygiene.

Joyce ROTHWELL Obituary (2026) - Woollahra, New South Wales  SMH.com.au

Coroner finds Jeremy Webb death in 2022 was caused by mammalian meat allergy – one of only two known cases worldwide Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast On a June night in 2022, 16-year-old Jeremy Webb was camping with friends on the New South Wales Central Coast, north of Sydney, when he vomited after eating beef sausages. Struggling to breathe, the teenager ran from the campground to knock on the window of a n...

Researchers from the University of New South Wales and the Australian National University have discovered that 'super-recognizers' — individuals with an exceptional ability to remember faces — are capable of identifying human faces generated by artificial intelligence.

A monsoon low is forecast to bring a year's worth of rain in a week to parts of New South Wales, Queensland, and South Australia, with further thunderstorms and flash flooding expected in Melbourne.

New South Wales Police have charged four teenagers in connection with the drive-by shooting of former NRL player Matt Utai and alleged arson attacks targeting his family.

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.

A video of two kangaroos appearing to fight like UFC fighters in a man's backyard in Dungog, New South Wales, Australia, has gone viral.

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.

Aurelia Metals has announced the completion of its Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) for the New Occidental Tailings project in New South Wales.

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.

A feature article explores the varied attractions of Sydney and New South Wales, showcasing everything from snow and sea to springtime blooms.

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.

An obituary has been published for Christine Dryden, who passed away in Sydney, New South Wales, with details available on SMH.com.au.

Obituaries for Daryl AO and Jennifer Hauff, both from Sydney, New South Wales, were published in the Sydney Morning Herald in 2026.

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

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.

An obituary announces the passing of Ian Fraser in Sydney, New South Wales, in 2026.

New South Wales Premier Chris Minns is being urged to carefully consider the issue of bracket creep.

An obituary has been published for Joseph CSOMA, who passed away in Sydney, New South Wales, in 2026.

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.

Jim Littleton, a resident of Sydney, New South Wales, has passed away, with his obituary published in the Sydney Morning Herald.

Locksley Resources has secured a high-grade copper-gold exploration project in New South Wales, Australia.

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.

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

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.

An obituary for Veronica Coyne, published by The Sydney Morning Herald.

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.

This article highlights various cool-season travel experiences available for visitors in Sydney and the broader New South Wales region.

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

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

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.

An obituary has been published for an individual named WATT, from Nowra, New South Wales.

An obituary has been published for Daniel Moalem, who passed away in 2026, formerly residing in Sydney, New South Wales.

Larvotto Resources has announced a significant discovery of thick gold-antimony mineralization, along with tungsten credits, in New South Wales.

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.

A guide highlights ten excellent activities for families with children to enjoy in New South Wales during the Easter holidays.

A fuel crisis in New South Wales has led to panic among Easter holidaymakers, causing many to abandon their planned road trips due to shortages.

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

New South Wales is set to introduce legislation granting authorities powers to seize high-powered e-motorbikes, while MP Kate Chaney is pushing for action on a gambling ad ban report 1,000 days after its release.

David OAM Obituary (2026) - Sydney, New South Wales  SMH.com.au

Anne BURTON Obituary (2026) - Sydney, New South Wales  SMH.com.au

Bruce TOWNSEND Obituary (2026) - Sydney, New South Wales  SMH.com.au

A national watchdog has found that the New South Wales police force is overusing 'highly intrusive' legal powers to monitor phones and computers, with Victoria and Queensland police also failing to keep adequate records.

US-based Zubeyda Muzeyyen, AKA DJ Haram, claimed a ‘Zio-Australian-Epstein empire’ was responsible for silencing dissenters Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The premier of New South Wales has ruled out cutting funding for Sydney’s Biennale arts festival after Jewish groups condemned language used by US artist DJ Haram at an opening night event at the White Bay Power Station in Sydney. At the centre of the con...

New South Wales will enforce stricter rules against property underquoting, requiring sellers to publish price guides and imposing fines of $110,000 for underquoting and 'dummy bidding' to create a fairer property market.

Joseph MILLEN Obituary (2026) - Sydney, New South Wales SMH.com.au

A British couple drowned at a popular beach in New South Wales, Australia.

Telstra's mobile network coverage is projected to shrink by an area equivalent to the size of New South Wales, raising concerns about connectivity in regional areas. This potential reduction could impact a significant portion of Australia's landmass.

New South Wales' top prosecutor has secured a legal victory in a bias claim against a senior district court judge, though a recusal application is still pending.

New South Wales police allege man entered inner Sydney apartment complex on Tuesday morning Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast An internal police investigation is underway after a man was shot dead by police in an inner Sydney apartment complex on Tuesday morning. In a statement on Tuesday, New South Wales police said officers from Kings Cross command were called to a unit block on St Neot Avenue in Potts Point...

Poland Plans Social Media Ban For Under-15s Three months after Australia banned minors under the age of 16 from accessing social media, Poland is preparing to do the same thing. A 14-year-old boy poses at his home near Gosford as he looks at social media on his mobile phone in New South Wales, Australia, on Oct. 24, 2025. David Gray/AFP via Getty Images A bill is currently being prepared by the largest party in Poland's ruling Civic Coalition Party that would prohibit children...

The Premier of New South Wales has revealed his leadership timeline, making a statement that suggests he will not be in his current position at a future point.

Mary MELVILLE Obituary (2026) - Sydney, New South Wales SMH.com.au

The New South Wales health minister has denied allegations of covering up a deadly fungal outbreak at Sydney’s Royal Prince Alfred hospital, stating the information was withheld to avoid unnecessarily scaring the public.

The Australian state of New South Wales is establishing a permanent heavily armed police unit to patrol locations including synagogues and mosques, following an attack at a Hanukkah celebration on Bondi Beach.

A prosecutor in New South Wales, Australia, is reviewing the decision to drop charges against a man suspected in the 1970 disappearance of a three-year-old girl in Wollongong.

A report from SMH.com.au highlights the New South Wales electorates with the highest number of solar panel installations, noting that the results are unexpected.