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Former NSW minister Gareth Ward to contest election with sexual abuse charges still outstanding

The former Liberal minister turned independent says his case will ‘serve as a reminder of why a person is innocent until proven otherwise’

The Guardian - AU

Call to end outdated logging of NSW native forests

Putting an end to logging native forests in NSW, Victoria and Tasmania could result in Australia saving 212 million tonnes of carbon emissions by 2050.

AAP

Hunter pair to lead title defence

"It will be my first proper time representing NSW. That will be cool to put on the gear and hopefully get the job done."

Newcastle Herald

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Tigers halted by NSW in Shield despite Webster defiance

NSW have claimed a 181-run first-innings lead despite being held up by some gritty batting among Tasmania's lower-order in the Sheffield Shield match in Sydney.

AAP

Scrapping wage cap could create NSW budget 'black hole'

The NSW government says Labor's plan to remove a cap on public sector wages will punch a black hole in the budget but the opposition says it's a scare campaign.

AAP

NSW hazardous surf warnings from ex-Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle in place as man dies at Mid North Coast beach

A 75-year-old man dies in rough surf on the NSW Mid North Coast as hazardous conditions persist in the wake of ex-Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle.

ABC News

How cricket hopes to inspire the next generation of Indigenous stars

Only eight Indigenous people have represented Australia in international cricket. An Aboriginal pathways program launched in central New South Wales is hoping to change that.

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Has the NSW government privatised the fire service?

Topics: Fuel to the fire over a private property sign, a radioactive joke and email sign-offs.

Newcastle Herald

Fishermen winched, motorcycle fall: busy weekend for Westpac chopper

The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service had a busy weekend, with eight patients needing help across northern NSW on Sunday.

Newcastle Herald

Emergency levy axing would save Hunter households 15 per cent on insurance

THE Insurance Council of Australia says Hunter households would save 15 per cent on their home insurance if the NSW government axed the Emergency Services Levy and found "a fairer way" to fund police, fire and related services.

Newcastle Herald

Overworked, underpaid and fed up: How these Aussies have been pushed to the brink

These people say they're overworked, underpaid and fed up. The reason behind their frustrations is on the rise in Australia, and rated the number-one issue for voters in the country's most-populous — and expensive — state.

ABC News

NSW paying more for insurance on fire, flood tax

After years of fires and floods, insurers are calling for an end to the Emergency Services Levy which sees residents in NSW paying more for their premiums.

AAP

NSW forests face uncertain future as ‘desperation’ builds over major parties’ inaction over logging

With no clear commitments, the gap between community expectations and actions of state MPs will be a major election flashpoint

The Guardian - AU

New South Wales union calls for royal commission into health spending 'mismanagement'

Tess Oxley works in western Sydney, where she says patients are calling for an ambulance to get health care because they can't get into a GP — an issue highlighted by new union research into NSW Health funding.

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NSW Labor promises to cap weekly toll bill at $60 if elected in March

The opposition says tolls are out of control, and they represent a secret tax for hundreds of thousands of people that live west of Parramatta.

AAP

Tigers on back foot with NSW on the hunt in Shield

A promising start with the ball has NSW still hopeful of a breakthrough first win of the Sheffield Shield season against the visiting Tasmania at the SCG.

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Union says NSW health system ‘at breaking point’ and calls for royal commission into funding

Report commissioned by Health Services Union is scathing of failure to invest in community and preventative healthcare

AAP

NSW government promises thousands more EV chargers

A re-elected NSW coalition government would help deliver 30,000 EV chargers across the state by 2026 through cutting red tape on planning and strata laws.

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Royal commission into NSW health funding a must: HSU

The Health Services Union says a royal commission into the NSW health system's $33 billion budget is needed because funds are not reaching patients.

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NSW Labor to cap tolls at $60 a week

Drivers will pay a maximum of $60 a week on tolls if NSW Labor win the next election, under a new election plan to majorly overhaul the state's toll system.

ABC News

Proposals by NSW major parties to fix Mascot Towers saga do not go far enough, owners say

NSW Liberals and the opposition pledge to help residents of the defect-plagued building, but for owner Rachael Williams it has taken too long and she is calling on the government to "fix what you've created".

The Guardian - AU

‘Promise-a-thon’: NSW parties warned tough election talk on domestic violence not enough

Advocates welcome attention on the issue during the campaign but say long-term commitments are what’s needed

AAP

Sons of guns shine, suspect try seals NSW win over Reds

Nemani Nadolo dropped the ball cold over the line but the try was awarded as the NSW Waratahs beat the Queensland Reds 33-32 in their final Super Rugby trial.

The New Daily

Australia cashing in on a gold rush as Hollywood makes big-budget films in three states

Industry bosses share their excitement of the future of Made-in-Australia film and television productions as country enters a gold-rush era

Daily Mirror

Health warning as deadly mosquito virus which can cause meningitis detected

Australia's health chief issued a public warning after encephalitis virus was detected at sites in flood-ravaged areas of New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia

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