Nowra
Deadly algae detected in popular NSW river
A rare toxic algae that can prove fatal to humans has been detected just weeks after a catastrophic industrial accident.
- by Catherine Naylor
Latest
The most disaster-prone council in NSW says it has run out of cash
Residents face soaring rates to pay for the damage. Use our interactive map to see how your council compares.
- by Catherine Naylor and Nigel Gladstone
Updated
Emergency services
‘I like dry land now’: Sailors return to shore after almost 24 hours stranded at sea
The rescued pair said they were tired and seasick when they decided to lodge a distress call that resulted in a multi-agency rescue mission.
- by Riley Walter and Angus Dalton
Updated
Police
Major rescue operation for stricken yacht off NSW coast
The Spirit of Mateship with two crew on board is believed to have suffered a mechanical issue and was taking on water.
- by Nick Newling
‘We did our best’: Slain man’s family reveal their complicated grief
From a child full of potential, Alexander Pinnock battled demons as he learnt to manipulate the system.
- by Jessica McSweeney
Man shot dead by police outside NSW medical centre identified
Alexander Stuart Pinnock, 34, died during a confrontation with police at a medical centre in Nowra. He was previously sentenced for posing as a lawyer.
- by Sarah McPhee, Catherine Naylor and Perry Duffin
Two teens and man charged over fatal stabbing of man in Nowra
Michael Kerr was found with critical stab wounds on a Nowra street just before 4.20am on January 4, 2022, and died in hospital a short time later.
- by Maureen Dettre
Exclusive
Rail
Revealed: Secret high-speed rail plan backs Newcastle, Sydney, Wollongong link
The NSW government has kept the paper secret for years, but the author told the Herald a high-speed Newcastle to Sydney route must be the first priority.
- by Michael Koziol
Capital gains set to be made in Nowra track’s haven
Days after heralding a new-look board and direction, Canberra Racing’s leading stables can celebrate a multi strike at Sunday’s feature Nowra meeting.
- by Neil Evans
Updated
Weather
Beaches battered by strong winds and surf along the NSW coast
Powerful waves up to five metres high are predicted to crash into beaches along the NSW coast on Sunday.
- by Megan Gorrey
Opinion
Australia votes
Route to power passes along Gilmore’s rutted roads
Gilmore has proven to be the tightest electoral contest in the country, and it means Labor’s ability to govern with a majority may well come down to one hot topic: potholes.
- by Catherine Naylor
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