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Madeleine BowerState Political Reporter

Madeleine Bower is a state political reporter for The Daily Telegraph, working out of the Macquarie Street press gallery. Over her career she has covered politics, local government, crime and breaking news throughout Australia.

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The Daily Telegraph Sunday 24 November 2024Sydney Trains.Sydney Train approaching Erskineville train station. Picture Thomas Lisson

Major twist in train pay dispute

The Rail Tram and Bus Union has dropped the threat of weekend strikes but weekday commuters could be disrupted.

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NSW Premier Xhris Minns has moved to stop a plan banning alcoholic drinks based on taste. Pictures: News Corp/Supplied

‘Let people live their lives’: Minns pours cold water on booze ban plan

There’s “too much regulation” in NSW, says Premier as he moves to junk a plan by booze bureaucrats to ban pre-mixed alcoholic drinks they deem too sweet, fruity or tasty.

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DAILY TELEGRAPH NOVEMBER 26, 2024. An empty and closed Penrith Beach Ã¢â¬ÅPondi" in Castlereagh" as itÃ¢â¬â¢s expected to reach 39 degrees in Penrith today. Picture: Jonathan Ng

When ‘Pondi’ will finally be open for swimming

The opening date for Penrith Beach or ‘Pondi’ for the 2024-25 summer season can finally be revealed.

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DAILY TELEGRAPH 15TH NOVEMBER 2024Pictured at Pier One at Walsh Bay in Sydney is Treasurer of New South Wales Daniel Mookhey at the 2024 Daily Telegraph Future Sydney Bradfield Oration.Picture: Richard Dobson

Private health insurers lose health tax battle

Private health insurers have warned of a 2.5 per cent premium rise after losing a battle with the Minns government over hospital fees.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos - DECEMBER 1, 2024:Transport Minister Jo Haylen and Chief Executive of Sydney Trains Matt Longland with with Deputy Secretary Transport For NSW, Camilla Drover launch the new Intercity Ã¢â¬ËMariyungÃ¢â¬â¢ train at Central Station.Picture: NewsWire / Simon Bullard.

New intercity train rollout overshadowed by looming rail strikes

The long-awaited new intercity fleet will hit the tracks this Tuesday after a four-year delay. Yet they could be put straight back in the shed as time runs out for the NSW government to prevent rail workers striking this weekend.

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CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos - November 28, 2024: Minister for Climate Change and Energy of Australia, Chris Bowen during Question Time at Parliament House in Canberra. Picture: NewsWire / Martin Ollman

Bowen slammed over ‘least reliable energy’ claims

Energy experts have criticised comments made by federal Energy Minister Chris Bowen on Thursday that NSW’s blackout scare this week was caused by unreliable coal generation.

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16-year-old Niamh Cush was among those arrested, calling the experience "scary" but saying she would do it again.Prior to Sunday’s protest, the high school student from Newcastle called out Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. “I’m here to voice the anger of my generation,” she said.“The Albanese Government claims they’re taking climate change seriously but they are completely and utterly failing us by approving polluting new coal and gas mines.”

‘Failing my generation’: Teen arrested for port protest speaks

A girl, 16, who was one of almost 170 climate activists arrested for blockading the state’s busiest coal port on Sunday has spoken out after the charges.

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Artist impression of the Macquarie Park TOD giving an idea of planned development.,

Where 60,000 new homes will be built as part of major rezone

Land around seven major transport hubs will make way for thousands more homes than originally expected as the Minns government’s plans around metro rail take shape. Read where they are.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos , JUNE 25, 2022: Members of public are seen at Central Station.Sydney transport trains. As train drivers are expected to strike next week Picture: NCA NewsWire / Flavio Brancaleone

How much a Sydney Trains driver earns

As the NSW Government prepares to enter intense negotiations with the rail union, it can be revealed how much a train driver earns compared to a nurse.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA : NewsWire Photos - NOVEMBER 13 2024; NSW Premier Chris Minns speaks during Question Time in the Legislative Assembly at New South Wales Parliament House in Sydney. Picture: NewsWire / Gaye Gerard

‘We couldn’t leave Sydney stranded’: Minns on train deal

Premier Chris Minns says he wanted a lasting agreement with Sydney’s rail union but time ran out after averting a major train shutdown. The opposition has accused the government of a ‘weak and shambolic response’ to the crisis.

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