‘Make the club great’: New Jets coach reveals plans for success
The new Jets coach has outlined his plans on how to turn around the club’s fortunes, citing a couple of areas as being key to success.
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Nathan Tinkler: Wild true story of an Aussie ‘Boganaire’
Nathan Tinkler was dubbed the “boganaire”, Australia’s self-described “average” bloke whose life has been anything but that. SPECIAL REPORT
‘Class War’: Shocking data reveals NSW’s most violent schools
‘Violence, weapons in schools’: The Class War series can reveal the school communities with the highest number of assaults and weapons reported to police. See where your school ranks.
Watch shock footage of violent new trend in NSW schools
‘Class War’: A terrifying trend of Instagram profiles promoting schoolyard violence has exploded online, as parents uncover shocking attacks against their children. SEE THE VIDEO.
‘Lot of money’: Covid cleaning contracts a breach of protocol
An expert has accused bureaucrats of breaching caretaker conventions when $30m in “overkill” school Covid cleaning contracts were signed off without the government’s consent.
More details emerge about man killed in horror house fire
Investigators including an “ignitable liquid detection dog” have been at the scene of a Mid-North Coast blaze that claimed the life of a 78-year-old who lived on a semirural property with his son.
Blame game over $30m-a-term Covid cleaning contracts
The state government has accused the Perrottet administration of “forgetting” about Covid school cleaning contracts worth $30m a term, but the previous education minister disagrees.
Revealed: Serious NSW aged care home failures
A number of aged care homes in NSW have been sanctioned for their failure to comply with standards of care. See the full list.
‘Took her opportunity’: The young guns pushing for Origin, NRLW selection
There were damaging forwards, blistering backs and even some surprise packets. Find out who laid claims to an Origin jumper or NRLW contract at the Women’s National Championships.
National Champs: the players in line for Origin jerseys, NRLW contracts
State of Origin jumpers and potential NRLW contracts will be on the line when NSW’s emerging rugby league stars travel to the Gold Coast for the Women’s National Championships.
Named and shamed: Where pub patrons are behaving badly
Suburbs with the highest number of pub brawls have been revealed – while the latest list of pubs and clubs where patrons are behaving badly have been named and shamed.
Movie stars, wild events which shaped Northern NSW
From swamp beer to an unsolved bank heist, northern NSW has seen its fair share of the weird and wonderful. Throw in Chris Hemsworth’s new Byron pad and Russell Crowe’s Hollywood plans for Coffs and it’s been quite the ride.
City v Country: full field tries, thrillers, breakout performances
The final day of City v Country rugby league action was nothing short of spectacular with full field tries, close encounters and future stars turning heads. Catch up on all the action.
Is this Australia’s biggest royal fan?
Carleen Quirk, 80, is possibly Australia’s biggest royals fan having already been to eight royal weddings and two funerals. See how she’s marking the day on the Mall.
Surfing: meet the 22 Aussies fighting it out for a spot on the WSL world tour
They’re a mix of experienced campaigners and up-and-coming stars. As the WSL Challenger Series kicks off this weekend, meet the Aussies fighting it out for a spot on surfing’s coveted world tour.
Crucial NSW projects in the firing line as Albo sharpens his axe
As many as 95 major infrastructure projects across NSW, including highway upgrades, Sydney Metro and major tunnels, could face the chop after a snap audit was announced to reduce government spending. SEE THE LIST.
City v Country: your ultimate guide to the NSW rep weekend
The NRL might be in Brisbane for Magic Round, but there’ll be no shortage of quality rugby league on offer in NSW this weekend, with eight City-Country clashes taking place.
The State of Bush Footy part 1: a post-Covid revival?
After three years of Covid-19 and floods, rugby league in regional NSW, like sport everywhere, has had tough few years. But with numbers up and iconic clubs returning, are we seeing a revival?
How five of NSW’s most wanted criminals evaded police
Alleged murderers and drug lords are among those who have fled the country or gone into hiding and are on NSW police’s radar. Here’s how they’ve eluded police.
‘Bit of a joke’: Councils slammed over shock dog attack numbers
A horrifying number of dog attacks have been reported across NSW, with victims criticising council’s handling of dangerous animals. Warning: Graphic images.
‘Disgusting, disturbing’: Data reveals sexual violence hot spots
A Sydney women’s advocate has lashed NSW Police over its handling of sexual violence investigations, as the communities with the highest number of assaults can be revealed.
No.1 location fed up Sydneysiders are flocking to
Sydneysiders keen to escape the city life have a new ‘desired’ location in regional NSW, with natural beauty, more affordable homes and a laid back lifestyle.
Surfest: surprise results clinch last-gasp qualification
It was all on the line during the City of Newcastle Pro at Merewether Beach over the weekend, with some surprise results making some dreams come true in what was the final event of the QS tour.
Future stars shine in Andrew Johns/Laurie Daley Cup grand final thrillers
Star players really stepped up as champions were crowned across two dramatic grand finals in the Andrew Johns and Laurie Daley Cups. Check out which sides emerged victorious on the big stage.
‘Speed chess while dodging bricks’: Newcastle prepares for roller derby season
With the winter sporting season set to kick off in the Hunter, one very unique, all-action sport is preparing for a massive season opener this weekend.
Australian Boardriders Battle: champions crowned in epic final wave shootout
The final of Australia’s premier team surfing event went down to the wire with one of the most dramatic finishes in history. Catch up on all the action and see who took out the title.
Recovery for Sydney home prices after record falls
Sydney home prices have fallen by the fastest rate in a decade but new figures indicate the worst of the slump has passed and market conditions could soon change.
Chili Peppers’ secret Aussie home for sale
The multi-million dollar Aussie beachside retreat where the Red Hot Chili Peppers penned some best-selling music has hit the market, to coincide with their national tour.
‘No longer a celebrity drug’: 40+ NSW coke dealers named
Police have exposed a former NRL star, an aspiring teacher and tradies as cocaine dealers as the seemingly harmless drug takes its tragic toll on lives around NSW. See the full list of dealers nabbed.
Homeowners to take ‘extra $1386 per month hit’ on loans
The average mortgage holder could soon be paying close to 7.5 per cent interest on their home loan, with no rate hike respite in sight.
NSW’s rich list shake-up: Top 44 wealthiest billionaires revealed
There are 44 billionaires who call NSW home, and while a few names are no surprise there are some who like to stay under the radar. See our power rankings.
Aged care food fails: Every NSW home rated
A Sydney aged care home has been rated as the lowest in the country for its food. See how it compares to other homes in the state.
Historic $30m+ estate’s once in a 150 year sale
A 155-year-old Northern Tablelands homestead and livestock operation, owned by the same family for six generations has been listed for sale with $30m+ price expectations.
‘Flashy’ first-homebuyer boom causing election headache
First-homebuyers are flooding the housing market early in 2023, and the tactics they are relying on is set to become a major issue ahead of the NSW election.
Athletics Wollongong takes top prize at NSW Country Athletics Championships
The NSW Country Athletics Championships wrapped up in Dubbo. Find out who won, who broke records and who made waves during the meet.
Regional bikie busters land to take on organised crime
From Budgewoi to Byron: Senior police warn crime networks they are in the sights of new regional gangbusting squad.
‘Holiday every day’: Our best beach houses revealed
From a ‘floating house’, to a castle-inspired mansion and a home that bends the laws of physics, these are NSW’s top 20 beach houses.
Beach suburbs where you can buy for under $800k
A changing property market has opened a window of opportunity for home buyers to get bargain beach houses, with the cheapest deals as low as $350k. See where to find them.
Cost, grassroots, promotion: NNSW Football lays out plans
After a months-long power struggle for control of Northern NSW Football, the new board has outlined its plans for the future of the game in the region.
‘Gay bogan’ promotes bush life amid $1m price drops
Meet Kurt Aaron, the self-described ‘gay bogan’ blogger promoting country life — and agents say there’s never been a better time to dip your toe in with million-dollar price drops.
Regional students to trial state-first $250 travel card
Dubbo-based TAFE and uni students will be the first to test out a NSW-first $250 travel card to ease the cost of travel. Find out when it will be rolled out statewide.
Bradman Cup: NewsLocal’s team of the tournament
With the NSW under 16 Country Championships done and dusted for another year, NewsLocal has pored over the stats and crunched the numbers to come up with the Bradman Cup team of the tournament.
Sydney’s most expensive streets revealed
More than half the country’s most expensive streets to buy a house are in one popular city location – but there were also some more surprising locations to make the list.
Key problem with both parties’ housing plans
Experts warn first homebuyer measures introduced by the state government and the opposition could have unwanted consequences – and one side’s policy has been deemed a greater risk.
Bradman Cup: Newcastle breaks decade-long championship drought
Newcastle has claimed its first Bradman Cup in a decade after defeating Riverina in a winner-takes-all final round clash at Lake Macquarie. Find out how it all happened.
Picture gallery: Parkes Elvis Festival in full swing
The Parkes Elvis Festival is in full swing with thousands travelling to the Central West including a Sydney couple planning to renew their vows at the event. See our mega picture gallery here.
Air turns blue! Mayhem in dramatic Sydney to Hobart start
The air turned blue as frantic skippers yelled at crew and engaged in heated debate after terrifyingly close calls, near misses and major drama at the start of the Sydney to Hobart yacht race.
Sick to the stomach! Sydney to Hobart gun’s ultimate sacrifice
This famous sailors job literally makes him sick. So why is he about to head out to sea in one of the toughest ocean races in the world?
Calculate the impact: 110 suburbs to see property price hike
More than 100 suburbs across Australia are expected to see a boom. See the list and calculate what that means for your home.`
Revealed: best home in your suburb in 2022
A shortage of well located homes not requiring renovations resulted in some standout property sales this year. See the homes that achieved new suburb records over 2022
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