Hair today, stars tomorrow! City v Country passion, power, top shots
There were big hits and some hair-raising action – literally – at the 2025 City v Country junior rugby tournament. Check out some of the top shots.
Rouse Hill Times
$355m loss: NSW worst pokie hotspots
This is where NSW pokie players have lost more than $355 million in four months. Search and check our interactive table to see if it’s where you live and how your suburb compares.
Greyhound trainer’s doping mistake
A veteran Sydney greyhound trainer – who has had a squeaky clean record for three decades – and her dog have been disqualified from racing after the animal tested positive for banned substances.
From City v County to Aussie rugby jersey! Teen’s story inspiring
Last year a teenager made his first NSW country team, played his heart out and is now inspiring other young guns from the bush as a rising star of rugby.
Kyle Sandilands’ love nest sells
Kyle Sandilands’ former love nest with his ex, model and socialite Imogen Anthony, has just sold for more than $7.6m after a couple of years on and off the market.
RBA rates twist gives homeowners surprise lifeline
A key detail in the Reserve Bank’s decision to keep interest rates on hold could actually save homeowners money in the long run.
$330 more: ‘Ludicrous’ power bill hikes for 500,000 in NSW
An electricity retailer owned by the federal government has raised its NSW prices by a whopping 15 per cent. See if you’re affected and watch the video on how to get a better deal.
‘Overheating’: price falls imminent in once trendy suburbs
Home prices are on the brink of falling in a range of areas that had soared in popularity when interest rates were higher.
Named: Accused elite uni hacker arrested hiding in dirty apartment
From an unkempt unit in Sydney’s west, police allege a woman masterminded a sophisticated cyber hacking scheme to access university’s databases and sell staff and students’ personal information on the dark web.
Need to Know
Check out the latest on Rouse Hill roads
The daily commute is better with a little planning. Here’s some roads it might be best to avoid today
Check out the latest on Rouse Hill roads
The daily commute is better with a little planning. Here’s some roads it might be best to avoid today
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Rouse Hill weather
As winter sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Everybody appearing at Blacktown Local Court, Tuesday, July 29
Here is a list of matters listed at Blacktown Local Court on Tuesday.
Revealed: How much childcare costs in your suburb
Households in nearly 20 suburbs across NSW are forking out thousands on childcare every week. See the full list and who’s paying the most.
AI steps in amid housing shake-up in NSW Budget
The NSW Budget will include a focus on housing innovation amid a push to use AI to clean up housing construction issues.
Busted: NSW street level drug dealers exposed
From tradies and university students trying to make extra money on the side to a mum of three and hotel owner, these are the NSW street level drug dealers that have been punished.
‘Do you like the food?’: NSW aged care home food rating revealed
A western Sydney aged care home has been named the worst in NSW – and the nation – for its food. See who is serving up culinary delights and who falls short.
‘Unacceptable’: Probe launched into how rail fail happened
An urgent investigation is underway after high-voltage power lines landed on a train near Homebush, sparking citywide rail chaos. Here’s how the morning commute played out.
Wet weather footy: 30+ photos from the NRRRL
It was wet and wild as Evans Head took on Cudgen in a top-six clash in the NRRRL. Check out some of the best shots.
‘Hugely impressed’: Stunning comeback sets up finals shootout
After giving up a big lead, Avoca looked done for. But the Sharks pulled off a remarkable comeback to set up a huge final round of the season in the Central Coast Rugby Union.
Ouch! Passion and pain at City v Country junior rugby
City teams dominated a dramatic junior rugby showdown in Newcastle, with one Country captain playing through a suspected broken nose in a day of thrilling contests.
‘Wake-up call’: Premiers hit mercy rule limit
The defending premiers have bounced back from their last-start loss in brutal fashion by piling on the biggest margin possible in the RLCC.
NAPLAN results: NSW schoolkids ‘stuck in neutral’
Despite billions of additional dollars flowing into the education system, the gap between the top performers and the strugglers has grown. See how our kids fared in the 2025 NAPLAN exams.
Aussie kids under 16yo banned from having YouTube account
Following advice from Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, the Albanese Government has opted to add the video platform to its social media age ban after it was deemed harmful to children.
Young actor denies attacking girlfriend after opening night
An ensemble cast member of the Sydney musical Jesus Christ Superstar is fighting allegations he attacked his partner after opening night.
Queen Mary’s shock moment during public event
While greeting locals alongside her husband King Frederik and two of their children, Tasmanian-born Queen Mary suffered a painful injury.
Labor MPs break rank on bridge protest
Two Labor MPs have criticised Premier Chris Minns after NSW Police announced they would seek to block a planned pro-Palestine march across Sydney Harbour Bridge on Sunday.
‘Beyond comprehension’: PM blasts Israel over Gaza starvation denial
Anthony Albanese has slammed Israel’s claim that there is “no starvation” in Gaza, echoing similar remarks made by US President Donald Trump.
Aussie medicinal cannabis laws to face more changes
To ensure patient safety, Australia is set to undergo a review of medicinal cannabis laws. This is what patients are allowed and why changes are being flagged.
Brisbane couple’s business folds after Meta AI ban
Meta’s AI destroyed a Brisbane family’s $100,000 business over their child’s innocent pyjama photo, sparking their decision to join an international legal battle.
‘Fruit will be a treat’: UN chief’s dire warning to Australia
The UN’s climate chief has warned of plummeting living standards and soaring grocery prices if the Albanese government does not lift its clean-energy ambitions.
World
China faces 800m population wipeout
The world’s second most populous nation has announced a “major” initiative as it stares down the barrel of a demographic crisis.
‘No room left’: Netanyahu’s 90-day deadline
The leader has 90 days to “finish the war in Gaza”, experts say, as global fury grows over the worsening starvation crisis in the territory.
‘Once a year’: Warning on fruit and veg
As the Coalition tears itself apart over net zero, Australia has been warned it is not going hard enough on climate change.
Trump navy chief’s dire Australia warning
Donald Trump’s pick for a top navy role has sounded a dire warning about America’s ability to meet its AUKUS commitments to Australia.
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