Spelling Bee breaks records after NAPLAN truth bomb
As experts call for a return to more explicit teaching in the wake of the nation’s NAPLAN results, teachers lead the charge with record students numbers in the PM’s Spelling Bee.
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Dodgy drug dealer unravelled by his own dishonesty
A Sunshine Coast tiler has been outed as a dishonest drug dealer after police found a customer complaint about a meth deal on his lost phone.
Albanese launches fourth PM’s Spelling Bee
The fourth annual Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee opens Monday as the PM rallies Australian kids to take part, as technology changes the world.
Man in court over alleged break in during homeowner’s funeral
A man who was allegedly part of a duo that stole jewellery and cash from the property of a dead grandmother during her funeral has fronted court.
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Beautician allegedly involved in Sydney kidnapping
A court has heard details of an alleged horror kidnapping of a couple selling a bougie handbag in southwest Sydney.
Special gold as Aussie canoe sprint paddlers qualify spots at Paris Olympics
Paddler Aly Bull has emerged from a bleak 12 months of injury and mourning to claim a special world title and a crucial Olympic qualifying spot for an Aussie crew at the Paris Olympics. Wrap
Macarthur RL finals: Rookies, try machines, X-factors and veterans
After five months the Macarthur Rugby League finals are finally here and only five sides remain. Check out each clubs top rookie, try machine, X-factor and veteran.
Murderer ‘bursts through’ chemical spray, attacks prison guard
A crook who infamously exclaimed “whatever” when he was charged with murdering a man on the Central Coast has attacked a Clarence prison officer.
One-club legend! Campbelltown City rugby league gun signs off
He’s a Campbelltown City and Macarthur Rugby League legend and now Chris Williamson is signing off with a testimonial game after a record 15 seasons in the top grade. Here’s his story.
Macarthur RL: Officials on front foot, NRL journeyman returns
Nasty words and 10 raised fingers are an unhealthy mix heading into the Macarthur Rugby League finals, while a couple of big names made a timely return. Round 16 talking points.
‘It’s theft of our van’: Footy club points finger at ‘overzealous’ council
The club president of the East Campbelltown Eagles Rugby League Club has been left fuming after council impounded two critical pieces of equipment used for its home matches. Here’s why.
Oakdale Workers 2011 premiership side: Where are they now?
As the Oakdale Workers head towards another finals campaign in the Macarthur Rugby League, we celebrate the club’s 60th anniversary by revisiting the heroes from their 2011 premiership side.
‘A lot of people left Narellan’: Jets rebuild fires up with tribute day
While the Narellan Jets might be out of finals contention, the club continues to plant seeds for a long and prosperous future. See how the club’s inaugural Indigenous and Women in League Round helps their cause.
Free parking revealed for regional NSW hospitals
The state government has revealed patients and visitors can soon park for free at regional health facilities, including the new $723 million Tweed hospital.
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